How can the reconstruction of Gaza become an opportunity to develop neighbourhoods that are more resilient and life-affirming?

This six-week online Summer Laboratory invites architecture and engineering students from the University of Palestine to explore how regenerative design, systems thinking and the spatial knowledge of women and girls can inform the post-war reconstruction of Gaza.

Through walking observations, spatial diaries, participatory mapping and collaborative design, participants will develop proposals for the regeneration of Gaza neighbourhoods that integrate ecological restoration, active travel, public space, natural surveillance and collective wellbeing.

Rebuilding begins by listening – to people, place and possibility. Picture by Asmaa Alwhidy

Become part of a new generation of regenerative architects and engineers shaping the future of Gaza – one neighbourhood at a time.

The programme is jointly led by international urbanist Dr May East, Director of the Cities Programme at UN House Scotland, and Dr Nadine. Abu-Shaaban, Associate Professor of Construction Management.

📅 24 August – 28 September 2026

Applications opening soon.

A collaborative initiative by UN House Scotland, Gaia Education and the University of Palestine. Supported by the Ove Arup Foundation.
  

The future of Gaza will be shaped not only by what is rebuilt, but by how it is rebuilt. Picture by Asmaa Alwhidy