“Architectural Transformation and Nostalgic Appeal: A Comparison of Social Spaces in Erbil’s Traditional Bazaar and Modern Malls.”

Seminar (Architectural Transformation and Nostalgic Appeal) The Interior Design Department, Faculty of Engineering at Tishk International University (TIU) conducted an internal seminar titled "Architectural Transformation and Nostalgic Appeal: A Comparison of Social Spaces in Erbil's Traditional Bazaar and Modern Malls." Assist. Lec. Faeza Bakr M. conducted the workshop. The aim of the seminar was to elucidate the fascinating juxtaposition between historical continuity and contemporary adaptation in Erbil, as the architectural transformation from traditional bazaars to modern malls is revealed. The traditional bazaars, with their vibrant atmospheres, narrow alleys, and intricate designs, evoke a sense of cultural identity and nostalgia. They function as social centres [...]