Open Book: Saudi Modern: Jeddah in Transition 1938-1964

Abdulrahman and Turki Gazzaz, the brothers behind Bricklab, a Jeddah-based multidisciplinary architectural and design studio, present their second publication: Saudi Modern: Jeddah in Transition 1938-1964, in this book talk.

The book explores the urban and architectural transformation of Jeddah since the discovery of oil. This collection of essays and case studies bears witness to the dramatic evolution in Jeddah from traditional to contemporary structures, and to the profound impact this shift has had on communities and shared values.

Language: English

What will you learn?
Participants will gain insight into Jeddah’s architectural evolution and its influence on regional modernist movements, while also exploring how design reflects broader cultural shifts across different historical periods.

Who is it for?
This talk is for architects, designers, historians, and anyone interested in the intersections of urban development, cultural identity, and modernity in Saudi Arabia.