Bluedot Living publishes an article on Dr. Yasmeen Lari, titled “Building Houses and Independence.” The article talks about how Pakistan’s first female architect constructs disaster-resilient, eco-friendly homes- and a network of locals to teach others.
Artribune publishes an article titled “Architecture and dignity: interview with Pakistani designer Yasmeen Lari.” The article talks about Dr. Yasmeen Lari’s work as a humanitarian architect, her interest in vernacular techniques and the initiatives promoted with her non-profit organization Heritage Foundation of Pakistan.
Anchorperson Masood Alam Rizvi conducts an exclusive interview with Dr. Yasmeen Lari for his program ‘Maroof Pakistani’ on Media Focus, where she talks about her journey as an architect, her efforts on conservation of cultural heritage, and about her ground breaking work in the field of sustainable design.
Exploring Resilience: Austrian journalist Rosa Lyon delves into Dr. Yasmeen Lari’s transformative flood rehabilitation efforts and her inspiring initiatives for sustainable change.
New beginnings in Kharadar! The old Police Chowki now serves as a community library, thanks to Heritage Foundation’s restoration efforts. Social worker Sabeen Memon inaugurates this space for locals to learn and connect.
The Heritage Foundation raises the flag for Karachi’s endangered heritage: Registered historic buildings in decay, facing demolition for profit.
The Heritage Foundation, with the support of DC South Karachi Altaf Sario and his team, has taken up the transformation of Kharadar Chowk into an eco-street as part of its Meri Gali Mera Shehr initiative. The transformation includes reclaiming land encroached by the local mosque, restoration of an old police chowki, plantation of trees, putting terra cotta pavers to absorb rain water and avoid flooding, among other things. The local community members and shopkeepers are fully supporting the Heritage Foundation in its efforts.
Transfer of Barefoot Social Architecture model to Malawi, Southeast Africa is being undertaken by the Heritage Foundation with on ground support of Ms. Safeeyah Moosa, CEO Spiritual Chords. Funding for this project is being done by the Re: arc Institute.
The Heritage Foundation takes up the rehabilitation of katchi abaadi behind PSO House into a sustainable, eco-friendly community hub. Existing living conditions are appalling, there are piles of garbage everywhere and electric wires running all over are a serious hazard.
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Empowering communities in Malawi, South Africa with the skills to construct resilient log shelters, the Heritage Foundation team leads the way in sustainable building techniques. Together, we forge a path towards a brighter, eco-friendly future for villagers fostering self-reliance and community strength.
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