Civil Engineering and Architecture Vol. 12(2), pp. 1069 - 1090
DOI: 10.13189/cea.2024.120230
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Ottoman Architecture in Algeria: Current State and Prospects for Contemporary Functional Adaptation

Attar Abdelghani ¹, Saraoui Selma ^1,*, Mohdeb Rachid ¹, Sara Zineddine ², Khadraoui Mohamed Amine ^1
1 Laboratory of Construction Engineering and Architecture (LGCA), Department of Architecture, Faculty of Technology, Abderrahmane Mira University, Bejaia, Algeria
² Department of Architecture, Faculty of Technology, Mohamed Kheider University, Bejaia, Algeria

ABSTRACT

Architectural space is a concept that draws various interpretations from researchers worldwide, each interpretation framing the researcher's epistemological stance from the inception of their investigation. This study identifies three distinct categories of space: cognitive space, experiential space, and perceptual space - occasionally converging into a singular configuration. Algeria's Ottoman architecture boasts a rich tapestry of heritage structures, encompassing residences, administrative edifices, places of worship, and cultural landmarks. Within this diverse landscape, endeavors are underway to rejuvenate select buildings deemed emblematic of local Ottoman heritage, yielding mixed outcomes. The objective of our research is to furnish a comprehensive analysis of this architectural typology, scrutinizing the efficacy of repurposing in infusing vitality into the architecture versus inadvertently expediting its decline. To accomplish this, we delineate clear research goals and inquiries, elucidate the methodologies employed, including data collection modalities and analytical tools, and unveil specific findings that offer readers a lucid comprehension of the study's conclusions.

KEYWORDS
Architectural Configuration, Space Syntax, Ottoman Architecture, Perception, Ambiences

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(a). IEEE Format:
[1] Attar Abdelghani , Saraoui Selma , Mohdeb Rachid , Sara Zineddine , Khadraoui Mohamed Amine , "Ottoman Architecture in Algeria: Current State and Prospects for Contemporary Functional Adaptation," Civil Engineering and Architecture, Vol. 12, No. 2, pp. 1069 - 1090, 2024. DOI: 10.13189/cea.2024.120230.

(b). APA Format:
Attar Abdelghani , Saraoui Selma , Mohdeb Rachid , Sara Zineddine , Khadraoui Mohamed Amine (2024). Ottoman Architecture in Algeria: Current State and Prospects for Contemporary Functional Adaptation. Civil Engineering and Architecture, 12(2), 1069 - 1090. DOI: 10.13189/cea.2024.120230.