Msheireb Museums: Transforming Doha's Heritage Houses

This publication chronicles the meticulous restoration of four historic houses at the heart of Doha, now home to the Msheireb Museums. As an integral component of Msheireb Downtown Doha, these buildings represent a rare surviving example of traditional Qatari domestic architecture, offering invaluable insights into Qatar's architectural and cultural heritage.The book examines the unique conservation approach undertaken for Radwani House, Mohammed Bin Jassim House, Company House, and Bin Jelmood House, detailing how their individual histories precisely inform their contemporary museological narratives. Through documentation of archaeological investigations, traditional building techniques, and innovative design solutions achieving LEED Gold standards, this publication demonstrates how heritage conservation can create 'living history' that remains profoundly relevant to contemporary audiences.