Egypt’s construction industry has hailed CPF’s ‘Recovery Lab of Port Said’ as 2025’s ‘Conservation & Heritage Initiative of the Year.’
This project recognises the architectural and social significance of nineteenth century Khedive Abbas Helmy II Bazaar. Its unique blend of local design and European modernism has been repaired through a collaborative partnership programme partnership programme led by Brandenburg University of Technology, with Galala University, Al-Yakaniya for Heritage and Arts, and Port Said Ala Ademo.
Taking a people-first approach, the Cultural Protection Fund grant advanced the documentation of Port Said’s intangible cultural heritage and most crucially, involving the local community in the mission to preserve the Bazaar’s original features which were extensively damaged due to past conflict.
A representative of the Cultural Protection Fund team states:
‘It’s wonderful to see "Port Said Recovery Lab" recognised in such a meaningful way. This accolade highlights the dedication of a team that has centred the community in the restoration of a significant local building, while ensuring its safeguarding for future generations.’
