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Diwan Al-Amir
Location
Dubai
Country
U. A. Emirates

Architect/Engineer/Team
(Team) John R. Harris & Partners

Construction
1987/1990

Address
Close to Al-Bastakiyya old housing quarter

Project Status
Built
Building Type
House

Notes
Situated right before Dubai creek, the diwan is a two-floor complex arranged around two courtyards to reduce the effect of the hot climate. The buildings are punctured at some points by structures inspired by the traditional wind towers of the area. 



 
Sources

Aga Khan Trust for Culture
The Architecture of The United Arab Emirates, Salma Samar Damluji, p 27, 59

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Source: Aga Khan Trust for Culture
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