TED: How Syria's architecture laid the foundation for brutal war | Marwa Al-Sabouni

The speaker, an architect from Homs, Syria, discusses the impact of war on her city and the role of architecture in social cohesion. She highlights how modernization and urban planning have contributed to sectarian divisions and proposes a vision for rebuilding that fosters community belonging. The talk emphasizes the importance of architecture in shaping social identity and the need for inclusive urban design to prevent future conflicts.

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