Meet the Author
Ali Al Hajji
Ali is an architect with a passion for craftsmanship and a deep interest in local cultural heritage, the environment, and earthen architecture. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals and pursued further education in traditional earthen construction through the Royal Institute of Traditional Arts program. He gained hands-on experience by working on various projects across different regions of Saudi Arabia, with a focus on the restoration of heritage buildings. He is currently serving as a Heritage Conservation Officer at the Diriyah Gate Development Authority
