Architecture

Nubian mud architecture is ancient wisdom from Egyptian ancients alive today

A hallmark of Nubian construction is the Nubian vault, a technique for creating arched roofs without the need for timber or modern scaffolding. This gravity-based, pressure-stabilized structure was not only resource-efficient but also incredibly durable.

Build a green-roofed Hobbit home in 3 days

Maybe you were raised on Teletubbies or fell in love with Hobbits? You too can have a curved, green-roof home as a backyard home...

Binishell dome homes from sprayed concrete could cost $3500 a home

Binishells are a fast-made construction made by inflating a gigantic neoprene bladder then covering this balloon in a thin coat of reinforced spray-on concrete. The technique developed in the 60s by an Italian architect could be a great solution to urban and rural housing in southern United States and Mediterranean regions.

Villa construction in Dubai: 10 key steps

Building a villa in Dubai? Here is the process. And make it sustainable!

Meet the Marsh Arabs of Iraq at Dubai Design Week

A Mudhif is built for Dubai Design Week to emulate the lives of marsh Arabs in Mesopotamia and Iraq.

Dubai’s first carbon free mosque

The greenest mosque in the Middle East is in Dubai.

Leveraging Social Media to Showcase Your Building’s Sustainability

In today’s digital world you need essential online tools for sharing your building’s sustainability journey. With strategic content planning, you can showcase your commitment to the environment, involve your tenants, and inspire others to join the movement.

Tom Brady, Will Smith yacht into Sindalah luxury resort in Saudi Arabia

Sindalah is the first of the Saudi Arabia luxury locations to open its doors

Celebrating Islamic Architectural Heritage in Azerbaijan, while destroying Armenian churches

The symposium titled “Islamic Architectural Heritage of Shusha City,” organized by the Shusha City State Reserve Department and supported by ICESCO (Islamic World Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization), has concluded in Shusha.

The ghost town Kayakoy in Turkey rooted in Christian history and tragedy

Today, Kayaköy stands as an open-air museum and a memorial to the forced migrations that have shaped this region’s history. The ghostly silence of the town’s empty streets and hollowed-out homes evokes a deep sense of loss. Tourists can wander among the stone houses and visit the two large churches, which have been partially restored, but the eerie quiet remains. If you love ghost towns - this one is worth a visit. 

Life at Neom, a 15-minute city in Saudi Arabia: looks like a penal colony says X user

American influencer moves to Neom with her family, showing us what life is like the new Red Sea city called The Line. X users say it looks like a prison.

Saudi Arabia’s 15 venues for FIFA World Cup 2034

An overview of the 15 stadiums that will be used in the Saudi Arabia FIFA World Cup 2034.

Nick Millican and Greycoat: Addressing Real Estate’s Global Carbon Impact

Modern society owes much of its progress and functionality to the way we have approached building and construction. From ancient times when the first settlements began to take shape, to today’s skyscraper-laden skylines, buildings have not only mirrored our progress but have been fundamental catalysts in shaping human civilization.

Foster + Partners plan to rebuild Turkey earthquake devastation

Antakya was destroyed in an earthquake. Foster + Partners offers a sustainable future for the ancient Turkish city built originally by the Greeks.

Cairo gets a new $200 million neighborhood that looks like the American dream

New Cairo is seeing the American dream being built as new luxury housing.

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Meet Seramic Materials from Abu Dhabi

Based in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, Seramic Materials was founded in 2019 by Dr. Nicolas Calvet and Dr. Jean-François Hoffmann, researchers working at the intersection of renewable energy and materials science. The company grew out of the Masdar Institute ecosystem and is supported by clean tech programs like The Catalyst, with early backing of around $150,000 and more than $2 million invested in research and development over time.

24 7 renewable energy: how solar, wind, batteries and AI SaaS replace fossil fuels

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A summer of sugar wax or time for laser treatments? The environmental answer

Green Prophet readers know we write a lot about hair. We have covered the halal and the haram sides of hair removal for Muslims. We have written about sugar waxing, Persian sugaring, threading, and the beauty secrets that came out of the Middle East long before salons started calling them trends. Our articles on sugar wax broke the internet a few times. 

Make paper mache with flowers to create stunning vase

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Muslim potter shapes the 99 names of God into clay

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Meet Seramic Materials from Abu Dhabi

Based in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, Seramic Materials was founded in 2019 by Dr. Nicolas Calvet and Dr. Jean-François Hoffmann, researchers working at the intersection of renewable energy and materials science. The company grew out of the Masdar Institute ecosystem and is supported by clean tech programs like The Catalyst, with early backing of around $150,000 and more than $2 million invested in research and development over time.

24 7 renewable energy: how solar, wind, batteries and AI SaaS replace fossil fuels

A new report from the International Renewable Energy Agency based in Abu Dhabi makes something clear that many in the industry already suspected. When solar and wind are paired with battery storage, they can deliver reliable, round the clock electricity at costs that compete with, and often beat, fossil fuels.

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Green Prophet readers know we write a lot about hair. We have covered the halal and the haram sides of hair removal for Muslims. We have written about sugar waxing, Persian sugaring, threading, and the beauty secrets that came out of the Middle East long before salons started calling them trends. Our articles on sugar wax broke the internet a few times. 

Make paper mache with flowers to create stunning vase

There’s something quietly beautiful about what Rebloom Studio is doing, and it starts with waste. At wholesale flower markets, mountains of unsold blooms are tossed out at the end of each cycle. Perfect flowers, just not sold in time. Most of them are burned or dumped. Rebloom takes that moment and turns it into something else.

Muslim potter shapes the 99 names of God into clay

In a studio in the DC Maryland Virginia area, ceramic artist Alison Kysia is working with clay in a way that feels both grounded and personal. She makes pottery and abstract Islamic sculptures, and one of her recent works focuses on the 99 Names of God in Islam.

Abortion Pills, Plan B and Mifepristone and what the new US mail ban means

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Recommended Precious Metals Companies: A Due Diligence Checklist for Retirees

The CFTC, FINRA, and NASAA have jointly warned retirees about precious metals fraud targeting retirement accounts. This checklist provides a structured framework for evaluating any company before transferring savings — and illustrates what credible providers look like across 7 measurable criteria.
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