The structure at Zawiya 97 features a distinctive facade of weathered coral stone and heavy, carved wooden shutters that shade the narrow windows. This building represents a traditional merchant house of Jeddah, constructed during a time when coral limestone quarried from the Red Sea floor served as the primary material for the city. Local builders crafted these dwellings to endure the intense coastal heat. Today, the space functions as a venue for contemporary art exhibitions and community gatherings, bridging historical architecture with modern expression.
Zawiya 97
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