Traditional Mashrabia and their Re-inventions for Cooling the Air and Constructing Identity in the Contemporary Architecture of the East

Aukhadiyeva L.M.
2023 Center for Cities, University of Moratuwa

ISVS e-journal
2023 #10 Issue 2

This research identifies the features of the regional element ‘mashrabiya’ prevalent in the arid zones. It will help the preservation and development of the diversity of traditions in synthesis with scientific and technological advances necessary to improve the living conditions of people facing global environmental challenges-global warming, resulting from CO2 emissions. Aim of the study is evidence that the mashrabiya is a part of a self-regulating air exchange system designed to create a favourable microclimate. An intricate air exchange system, visible from the outside and concealed in the building interior and underground. Mashrabiyas made it possible to achieve a comfortable environment without emitting any CO2. The mashrabiyas in this system are the conductors of air. Methods: applies the method of comparative analysis and based on the analysis of the study of theoretical scientific works on the research topic and from the standpoint of an interdisciplinary discourse regional prerequisites for the demand for such houses are determined. Particular attention is paid to the mashrabiya in buildings was not only a decorative element, but also part of the system of passive microclimate regulation. Conclusions: The content of the study is devoted analysis of comparing the traditional and innovative use of mashrabiya in architecture, it will be shown that the use of the traditional forms without considering the circulation process in a building system does not contribute to a favourable living environment.

architecture , arid zones , eco-self-regulating air system , globalism , mashrabiya , regional identity

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