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Northwest Highlands

Green relief, open land, and steady pace.

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Orientation Snapshot

  • Elevated terrain with wide horizons

  • One of the greenest regions in the country

  • Towns and villages spaced without compression

  • A region associated with walking, grazing, and staying outdoors

Operating Conditions

  • The land remains accessible throughout the year

  • Seasons change temperature and light

  • Life unfolds at the pace the land naturally sets

Reality Pins

  • This is the only region in Tunisia where snowfall is a regular winter feature

  • Rain sustains agriculture without intensive intervention

  • Forests, fields, and hills remain visibly continuous

Material & Making Implications

  • Stone construction reflects terrain and climate

  • Wood, wool, and clay remain familiar materials

  • Making follows land availability and use

  • Objects prioritize durability and daily handling

  • Repair and continuity outweigh novelty

Handoff

Materials emerge from land, weather, and daily use.
Objects reflect openness, patience, and continuity.

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