He first trained as a figurative artist in the neoclassical European style.
He drew inspiration from Renaissance masters who shaped the foundations of Western art.
As his
Art Center
The Art Center is a design and build project by Dar Arafa Architecture.
An artistic journey draws on both European and Islamic traditions.
Year
2023
Location
Giza, Egypt
Scope
Design and Constrcution
Status
In Progress
Team
Lead Architect : Waleed Arafa
Architect : Aya Mousa [Design, Visualisation and Modeling, Working Drawings]
Architect : Aya Mousa [Design, Visualisation and Modeling, Working Drawings]
Project Description
The Art Center aims to honour the legacy of Egyptian born artist and scholar, who is a leading authority on Arabic art and design.
Nestled in Mansoureya, Egypt, the gallery will house his abstract 2D and 3D islamic compositions that take inspiration from the Holy Quran. Other uses of the space include a designated studio workspace for the artist, outdoor urban seating as well as potential space for other artists to exhibit their works.
To minimise the use of concrete, the gallery will be constructed using a jack arch system made of metropolymer, a locally upcycled brick made from surplus materials from construction sites and factories. All supporting columns will also be built entirely from the metropolymer brick, ensuring structural cohesion and sustainability throughout the design.
