Sahar M. Kharrufa has surveyed Mosul’s historical structures to record their architectural expressions. Here, she shares some of her illustrations...
This article outlines the religious and archaeological importance of Samarra, a city north of Baghdad that currently faces the loss...
Iraqi academic, architect and author Dr Khaled al-Sultany speaks with Round City about his work, his interest in the formative...
Round City provides a historical reference of one of Baghdad’s most recognisable monuments When the idea of Baghdad’s Al-Shaheed Monument,...
In article Round City explores the social, cultural and creative meanings to better understand the overall success of the monument and its journey to becoming one of the most recognisable and relatable icons in Iraq.
In this new series by Round City, Paris-based Iraqi architect Turath Jamil explores the architecture and history of one of...
In part three of the ARound: Najaf series, Paris-based Iraqi architect Turath Jamil discusses the traditional house architecture of Najaf....
In part four of the ARound: Najaf series, architect and Round City contributor Turath Jamil explores the history and architect...
From the world’s earliest scientific and cultural institution to a neglected building concealed by dust and surrounded by commercial chaos,...
Ahmadreza Hakiminejad explores Scottish architect James Mollison Wilson’s work in Iran at the advent of the 20th century. On a...