Architecture in Kuwait: A visual account
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The Making of Kuwait: From 1950 to 1990
The planning of Kuwait city
Kuwait went through a rapid process of modernization and cultural change
started by its first planning in 1950 by the British office MINOPRIO, SPENCELY
AND P.W. MACFARLANE (1951).
The first planning scheme for Kuwait
They regarded the following matters as being of primary importance in
the “replanning” of the town:
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Modern road system.
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Zones for public buildings, industry, commerce, schools, etc.
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Zones for new houses.
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Sites for parks, sports ground, and other open spaces.
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The creation of beautiful and dignified town center, particular attention
being given to the Safat and the siting of public buildings.
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The planting of trees and shrubs among the principal roads and at other
important points in the town.
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The provision of improved main roads linking Kuwait with the adjoining
towns and villages.
Kuwait Master Plan 1952
Growth maps
a. 1950, b. 1967, c. 1970, d. 1977
Kuwait in 1992
