Certainly, Egypt is home for many enticing architectural works that transcend time and space. One of these pieces is the Palace of Ismail Mohammed in Zamalek, Cairo. It’s an example of how art and architecture meet to create a masterpiece. Keep on reading because we assure you, after you finish this, you will definitely add it to your bucket list.

History Unlocked

Above all, the Italian Architect Maio Rossi designed this building to Ismail Pasha Mohammed who was the head of the “Shura Council” in Egypt from 1899 to 1902. So, the palace was the majestic residence for this aristocratic man. Construction of the Palace of Ismail Mohammed was completed in 1923 and it elegantly stands in the intersection of two streets: Ismail Mohammed and Taha Hussein.

Architecture Unfold

Built in the Gothic Architectural style, the Palace of Ismail Mohammed has a true splendid design. The building has a basement, two floors and a roof that speak the language of the classy gothic style. The technique of building of the Palace of Ismail Mohammed is the bearing wall system. To illustrate, in this structure system, it’s the walls that carry the weight of the whole building and not its columns. It’s also worth mentioning that the ceilings of the palace are in reinforced concrete. Pointed arches are one of the most fanciful features of the palace, they stunningly stand in windows and balconies. In addition to the arches, ornate decorative elements also beautify the Palace of Ismail Mohammed’s elevation. For instance, the graceful stained-glass windows and the grand tower of the stairs glamorizes the whole mass of the palace and takes it to a whole level.

Also, In The Series

If you loved reading this article and enjoyed seeing its sketches, you would probably be fond of the rest of the series. So, go ahead and check: Royal Zamalek: El Gezirah Palace Stories Untold. Also, Royal Zamalek: “Aisha Fahmy” The Palace of Love, Hate and Treachery

It’s worth mentioning we gathered the information presented in the article from Dr. Haby Hosney and Alshark Alawsat’s Ismail Pasha’s Palace article.