Desert architecture by Rasem Kamal shows a contextual resemblance, transforming the phrase "form follows function" into "subtraction follows function," posing a strong relationship with nature.

Hosted by the RIBA Gulf Chapter, this talk aimed at exploring design concepts for the desert, inspired by the desert and its people. Rasem Kamal walked the audience through the journey of designing Wadi Rum Sanctuary Resort, Ayla Golf Club, Canyon Walls and Nomad Pavilion.

This is a recording of a livestream event that took place on 27 October 2021.

Speaker
Rasem Kamal is a Jordanian architect, designer and Fulbright Fellow. With over 10 years of experience practising architecture internationally in the Middle East, USA and Europe, Rasem is a senior design architect at the European studio of Oppenheim Architecture in Basel, Switzerland. He holds a Masters in Architecture from Rice University in Houston, and a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Jordan.

In 2015, Rasem was awarded the AIA Henry Adams Certificate, as an honour for his design proposal in the desert of Wadi Rum, Wadi Rum Sanctuary Resort. Prior to joining Oppenheim Architecture in 2016, starting from the Miami studio, Rasem worked at the studio of Sarah Whiting in Houston, SOM in San Francisco, Symbiosis Designs in Amman and Architecture-Studio in Paris. Throughout his experience, he has had the opportunity to work on a wide spectrum of typologies, ranging from urban design, hospitality and interior, to public installations.

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