Book
15/08/2022
Author:
Ahmed al Rhodesly
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Publisher:
BA
The Center has published the book The Biophilic Design of Alhambra by the researcher and architect Ahmed al-Rhodesly. The book deals with the Alhambra Palace's architecture in Granada from a new perspective concerned with biophilic design, as the author seeks to prove that the Alhambra architecture epitomizes a successful biophilic design that can positively impact human health and well-being. The book also attempts to link architectural heritage and health sciences by exploring the concept of biophilia and biophilic design, interpreting the dialogue between nature and the cultural and structural features of Alhambra, recognizing the potential impacts of the “Fourteen Biophilic Design Styles” proposed by the Terrapin Bright Green Foundation on human health and well-being, and investigating the presence of these patterns in the architecture of Alhambra in Granada, as well as presenting five examples of similar designs to Alhambra from around the world.