The Recall

Project idea

The Recall is a Lifestyle Boutique Hotel in Port Said that reinterprets the city's identity through a contemporary hospitality experience. Inspired by the historical evolution of Port Said, from its founding and cosmopolitan era to its resilience and modern transformation, the project reconnects visitors with the city's cultural memory. Through architecture, public spaces, and waterfront experiences, the hotel becomes more than a place to stay; it becomes a journey through the spirit of Port Said.

Project description

The Recall is a lifestyle boutique hotel located at Port Said, Egypt, designed to reconstruct local identity through architectural experience. The project draws on the rich cultural and architectural heritage of Port Said, incorporating traditional elements such as arched colonnades, mashrabiya screens, and local stone materiality into a contemporary hospitality design. The waterfront hotel features multiple levels with terraces, dining areas, and guest rooms oriented toward the water, creating a seamless connection between the built environment and the maritime setting.

Technical information

Project Type: Lifestyle Boutique Hotel

Location: Port Said, Egypt

Site Area: 15,000 m²

Number of Rooms: More than 40 guest units, including rooms, suites, and floating cabins.

Maximum Building Height: 5 floors, with a stepped massing strategy that gradually descends toward the waterfront to maximize sea views and enhance visual permeability.

The project is designed as a waterfront hospitality destination that integrates accommodation, cultural, recreational, and public functions. The program includes guest rooms, restaurants, cafés, cultural facilities, an auditorium, public plazas, and waterfront promenades.

The design adopts a reinforced concrete structural system with contemporary architectural elements inspired by Port Said's urban heritage. Sustainable strategies include natural ventilation through courtyards, solar shading devices, daylight optimization, and strong visual and physical connectivity with the waterfront.