Brahim C.E. LAROUCI

Heritage Architect

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

About

As a Heritage Architect with over 10 years of experience, I specialize in the conservation and restoration of cultural heritage assets. At House of Consulting Office, I oversee the preservation of heritage buildings in AlUla, ensuring compliance with international conservation standards and sustainable site management practices. My role includes supervising restoration activities, validating technical documents, and maintaining alignment with heritage guidelines. My expertise in architectural heritage spans project supervision, conservation oversight, 3D surveying, historical analysis, and condition assessment. With a strong commitment to cultural preservation and sustainable practices, I aim to protect and celebrate architectural legacies while fostering authenticity and quality in every project.

Experience

  • Heritage Architect at House of Consulting Office
    May 2025 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

    Heritage Architect (Consultant) I Cultural Sites Management Project Royal Commission for AlUla As a Heritage Architect, I oversee the conservation and restoration of heritage buildings and cultural assets across AlUla. My role focuses on ensuring authenticity, compliance with international conservation standards, and sustainable site management. Key Responsibilities: Project Supervision & Conservation Oversight: Direct and monitor day-to-day restoration activities, ensuring alignment with approved conservation strategies, international charters (e.g., Venice Charter, Burra Charter), and RCU heritage guidelines. Technical Review & Validation: Evaluate and approve method statements, material submittals, mock-ups, and contractor proposals to safeguard conservation integrity. Traditional Materials & Techniques: Supervise the use of traditional materials (mudbrick, lime mortar, stone masonry, palm wood) and ensure that authentic building techniques are respected and preserved. Maintenance of Operational Assets: Oversee maintenance interventions with an emphasis on minimal intervention and maximum reversibility, preserving both the historical fabric and the visitor experience.

  • Heritage Architect | Earthen Architecture Trainer at SETS International
    May 2023 - May 2025 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Earthen Architecture Trainer | Traditional Najdi Material Processing Facility, Diriyah As an Earthen Architecture Trainer, I contribute to preserving traditional Najdi construction techniques within the Diriyah project, a key heritage initiative under Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF). My role involves training foremen and craftsmen in traditional Najdi earthen construction, overseeing material processing, and ensuring quality that promotes and preserves Najdi architectural heritage, aligning with Diriyah’s mission to sustain and celebrate Saudi Arabia's cultural legacy.

  • Heritage Architect Assistant at SCPA ARCHIMED
    Nov 2017 - Nov 2021 · 4 yrs 1 mo

    Part of the multidisciplinary teams charged with the following missions in different projects: 1- 3D Lazergrammetry surveying; 2- Historical genesis; 3- Pathology and diagnostic;

  • Architect at ARCHIVISION & BMEAU & ARCHILine
    Jul 2012 - Oct 2017 · 5 yrs 4 mos