What does it mean to be a contemporary Egyptian woman?
“She is free to do what she wants, and she is free not to do it.” (Nawal El Saawadi).

Despite the changing dynamics of gender equality in modern day Cairo, many women face difficulties in overcoming sociocultural barriers to personal and financial independence. Inspired by the concept of libertarian paternalism, the project presents a traditional ceramic craft school for local women and international students.
The programme is aimed at Egyptian women looking to expand their education and career paths, supporting them on their journey to achieve financial independence through the making and selling of El Sebou pots used for Egyptian birth rituals. At the same time, the school serves as a key social hub between its students, craftsmen, local neighbourhood, and craft enthusiasts, featuring social dining areas that experiments with notions of privacy and exposure through sculptural brickwork.