مؤسسة الشرق الأوسط للنشر العلمي
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Rapid urban growth in the Arabian Gulf has amplified the urgent need for sustainable, inclusive, and culturally sensitive housing strategies. While global discourses on sustainable housing often emphasize technological innovation, the regional context of the Gulf requires a more nuanced approach that integrates cultural identity, social cohesion, and environmental resilience. This Perspective article explores how interior architecture strategies can inform the development of sustainable and socially rooted housing models in the Gulf countries. Building on the theoretical framework of the triple helix model of innovation—linking government, academia, and industry—the paper emphasizes the role of design thinking, interior spatial strategies, and cultural adaptation in shaping alternative approaches to social housing. Through comparative analysis and critical reflection, this article argues for a shift from standardized housing provision toward adaptive, hybrid, and community-centered models. The discussion highlights both current advances and future directions, positioning interior architecture not only as a discipline of aesthetics but also as a driver of socio-environmental innovation