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Marwa al-Sabouni is an architect based in Syria. Her practice centers on how architecture can influence social cohesion, particularly in her war-torn homeland. Al-Sabouni proposes that architectural design plays a pivotal role in either healing communities or exacerbating divisions, a theme she explores deeply in her critically acclaimed book, "The Battle for Home: The Vision of a Young Architect in Syria." Her work, which includes significant urban and cultural restoration projects within Homs, suggests rebuilding strategies that preserve identity and promote recovery.Her insights are shared globally through lectures and writings, including her follow-up book, "Building for Hope: Towards an Architecture of Belonging," which furthers her exploration of architecture’s role in societal healing and restoration. Al-Sabouni's thought-provoking perspectives have been exhibited in forums such as the Venice Biennale of Architecture, highlighting her contributions to both architectural theory and community resilience.
