Volume 12 Al Manakh 1st Edition by Ole Bouman, Mitra Khoubrou, Rem Koolhaas ISBN 9789077966129 9077966124

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Author: Ole Bouman, Mitra Khoubrou, Rem Koolhaas

After Singapore in the 1980s and China in the 1990s, the next large-scale urbanisation is going ahead at full steam. Al Manakh, a special publication by the periodical Volume, offers a detailed analysis of the history, culture and architecture of the following breeding-ground of modernisation: the coast of the Persian Gulf, and in particular of Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Ras al Khaimah.

Al Manakh is the first book to go in depth into the unprecedented urbanisation of this region from various perspectives and to be published outside the region. Voices of architects, intellectuals and developers making The Gulf happen are represented in the numerous essays and interviews that accompany this richly illustrated study. Key figures such as, Rem Koolhaas, Ole Bouman, and Thomas Krens give their take on the current situation in The Gulf, along with their predictions for the future of this ultimate tabula rasa.

Volume 12 Al Manakh 1st Edition Table of contents:

Chapter 1: Introduction to Gulf Urbanism

• Overview of the Gulf region’s rapid urbanization.
• Economic, social, and political factors influencing urban development.
• A history of urban growth in cities like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, and Riyadh.
• The role of architecture and design in shaping the modern Gulf landscape.

Chapter 2: The Architecture of Excess

• Examining the phenomena of extravagant architecture in the Gulf.
• Iconic skyscrapers, mega-projects, and the “architecture of the future.”
• Architectural responses to economic booms and oil wealth.
• The intersection of culture, power, and architectural form in the region.

Chapter 3: Globalization and Local Identity

• How globalization influences architectural styles and urban planning.
• Tensions between global influences and local traditions in architecture.
• The role of cultural preservation in rapidly modernizing cities.
• Case studies of how local identity is maintained amid rapid urban expansion.

Chapter 4: Urban Planning in the Gulf

• The role of planning in shaping the future of Gulf cities.
• The influence of international urban planning models and theories.
• Sustainability and the challenges of creating liveable urban spaces in harsh climates.
• Smart cities and the technological innovations driving urban development.

Chapter 5: Mega-Projects and Their Impact

• The rise of mega-projects like the Burj Khalifa, Lusail, and the King Abdullah Economic City.
• How these massive developments shape the economy, environment, and society.
• Critical perspectives on the long-term sustainability of such large-scale projects.
• The environmental impact of rapid construction and population growth.

Chapter 6: The Gulf as a New Global Hub

• The Gulf as a center for business, culture, and tourism.
• The role of global cities like Dubai and Doha in international geopolitics and economics.
• The cultural and architectural exchange between the Gulf and the rest of the world.
• The impact of globalization on the region’s social fabric.

Chapter 7: Architecture for the 21st Century: Visionaries and Innovations

• Innovative architects and designers working in the Gulf region.
• Profiles of architects and their projects, including Rem Koolhaas’ own work.
• The role of architects in designing the future of the region’s cities.
• The intersection of cutting-edge technology and traditional architecture.

Chapter 8: Sustainability in Gulf Cities

• Strategies for addressing environmental challenges in the Gulf.
• Sustainability in architecture: from green buildings to energy-efficient city planning.
• Renewable energy initiatives and their role in the region’s development.
• The challenges of balancing rapid development with ecological responsibility.

Chapter 9: Society, Culture, and Public Spaces

• The relationship between architecture and the social life of cities.
• The role of public spaces in Gulf cities: parks, plazas, and waterfronts.
• The challenges of creating spaces for public engagement in increasingly privatized cities.
• Cultural expressions through architecture in public spaces.

Chapter 10: The Future of the Gulf Cities

• Speculative visions for the future of the Gulf cities.
• Potential challenges and opportunities in the next 50 years.
• New trends in architecture and urban planning for the region.
• The role of technology, innovation, and sustainability in future urban development.

Conclusion

• Reflections on the themes discussed in the book.
• The legacy of urbanism and architecture in the Gulf region.
• Final thoughts on the ongoing transformation of the Gulf cities and their global influence.

Contributors

• List of contributors and their professional backgrounds.
• Recognition of the editors, authors, and architects who contributed to the volume.

Acknowledgments

• Thanking individuals and organizations involved in the book’s creation.

References

• A comprehensive list of all sources cited throughout the volume.

Index

• An alphabetical listing of key topics, architects, and cities.

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