Oman (Sultanate of)

In a world where communities face growing challenges of connection and resilience, Traces offers a path forward. Grounded in the spirit of the Sablah—Oman's traditional communal space—it explores how cultural memory and tradition can guide the design of spaces that bring people together.
The Sablah is more than an architectural form; it is a living space where stories are shared, decisions are made, and bonds are forged. Drawing from this deep-rooted practice, the pavilion reimagines it as a space where past and present meet to inspire the future. The pavilion is a testament to the traditional Omani architectural cultural identity, which is sustainable and remains a living part of the present. How every corner of the Sablah has a story that tells of authenticity and renewal, progress and creativity, and how this small space, the Sablah, is a living representation of great eras of Oman’s cultural history and a link between generations.