Sohar Remodelling - Written to: Mr. John Townsend (Economic Development Consultant)<br><br>Date: May 15, 1973<br><br>In this correspondence Hassan Fathy writes to John Townsend giving him the names of young architects who might be able to carry out research on climate and architecture in Oman. He also discusses design proposals for the Sohar remodeling project that include rebuilding the mounds surrounding the city with a raised podium for protection against annual torrent winds and the incorporation of vegetable gardens in the residential scheme.
Correspondence With Mr. John Townsend Regarding the Suhar Renovation Project
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correspondence
Year
1973
Written to: Mr. John Townsend (Economic Development Consultant)

Date: May 15, 1973

In this correspondence Hassan Fathy writes to John Townsend giving him the names of young architects who might be able to carry out research on climate and architecture in Oman. He also discusses design proposals for the Sohar remodeling project that include rebuilding the mounds surrounding the city with a raised podium for protection against annual torrent winds and the incorporation of vegetable gardens in the residential scheme.
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Fathy, Hassan. Correspondence With Mr. John Townsend Regarding the Suhar Renovation Project. 15 May 1973. Hassan Fathy Archives. Aga Khan Trust for Culture. Geneva, Switzerland.
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Aga Khan Trust for Culture
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Oman
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English
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urban design and development
urban design and development
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