Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House

Located in Dubai, Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoom’s house illustrates different historical and cultural UAE architecture elements, later on influencing the vernacular of the city’s architecture. This structure of the building symbolizes the clarity and openness between the ruler and the rest of the people, hence the no barrier or fences that surround the palace making it more inviting. Although the palace does not look spacious, it has a large open space where the palace is directed towards Mecca, showing religious factors of how the rooms sit in the palace. In addition to the earthy materials, the ‘barjeel’ is a traditional architectural element, with Persian influences, was used in the Sheikh’s house that was later implemented in many other houses in the country. 

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Located in Dubai, Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoom’s house illustrates different historical and cultural UAE architecture elements, later on influencing the vernacular of the city’s architecture. This structure of the building symbolizes the clarity and openness between the ruler and the rest of the people, hence the no barrier or fences that surround the palace making it more inviting. Although the palace does not look spacious, it has a large open space where the palace is directed towards Mecca, showing religious factors of how the rooms sit in the palace. In addition to the earthy materials, the ‘barjeel’ is a traditional architectural element, with Persian influences, was used in the Sheikh’s house that was later implemented in many other houses in the country. 

Subject ID: 193317

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