Architect and Builder Magazine South Africa September/October 2013 | Page 80

Revitalisation of Birzeit Historic Centre, Birzeit, Palestine
Architects: Riwaq – Centre for Architectural Conservation, Ramallah, Palestine
Client: Birzeit Municipality, Palestine
Birzeit University guest house (before and after restoration)

The five-year project, which will eventually
encompass 50 villages, is part of a rehabilitation
master plan initiated by the Riwaq Centre for
Architectural Conservation.
The project has transformed the decaying
town of Birzeit, creating employment and reviving
traditional crafts.
The Mas