The Architecture Of Mud

Overview

The Hadhramaut region in the south east of Yemen is well known for its mud brick architecture. Throughout the centuries, the population has developed very sophisticated building techniques and created a unique architectural environment. Spectacular structures such as ten-story mud brick tower houses rise up from the valley's floor. In interviews throughout the documentary, the masons describe their working techniques and the challenges they face with the introduction of new, imported building materials. The Architecture of Mud documents the vernacular architecture, the building craft and the society they belong to.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

January 1, 1999

Original language

Arabic

Spoken languages

Arabic, English

Countries

United States of America

Production

Anonymous Productions

Director

Caterina Borelli

Writer

Caterina Borelli

Producer

Caterina Borelli

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

Homepage

Official site

IMDb

tt0321279