Untitled 1980

Ursula Schulz-Dornburg created this untitled photograph, printed on paper, as part of her work documenting architecture in regions marked by transition and cultural intersection. Schulz-Dornburg’s work often explores how communities adapt to their environments, particularly in places shaped by political and social change. This photograph captures a floating structure built of reeds, reflecting traditional construction methods of communities living in wetland areas in the Middle East. These structures rise and fall with the tides, demonstrating the ingenuity required to exist in inhospitable conditions. The photograph reflects themes of cultural resilience, questioning preconceived notions of progress and development. Schulz-Dornburg's work encourages us to consider the environmental impact of modern architectural practices. In capturing these dwellings she invites viewers to contemplate the enduring human spirit and the varied ways of inhabiting our planet.