Takween Integrated Community Development, founded in 2009, is an award-winning Egyptian urban development firm led by a team with thirty years of experience. Its mission is to empower communities through innovative, research-driven, and practical solutions. It focuses on creating inclusive urban spaces that are sustainable and responsive to the specific needs of each built environment, aiming to improve quality of life for residents across Egypt.

Beyond traditional consulting, Takween specialises in crafting integrated urban development services, including in-depth research and documentation, tailored programme development, project implementation, and capacity development. All of these services are focused on both built environment upgrades and socio-economic development. This holistic approach empowers communities while enhancing physical spaces. Supported by specialised units in design and planning, project implementation, and urban research, Takween’s diverse team of over forty professionals ensures integrated, high-impact interventions. To date, Takween has collaborated with numerous local and international institutions, successfully delivering over a hundred projects across Egypt.

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https://www.takween-eg.com

Source: Aga Khan Award for Architecture