Over the past two decades, gulf cities have been rapidly growing, mainly
after the discovery of oil. Large-scale urban projects have been constructed as a result of
globalization, which has affected the built environment and the urban fabric of gulf
cities. Doha, the capital city of the State of Qatar, has been substantially influenced by
globalization. The city has experienced great transformation in its environment since the
1950s, after the discovery of oil. Therefore, Doha has faced the challenge of keeping
pace with urban developments that have been increasing and taking over the existing
heritage embedded in buildings and traditional neighborhoods. Al-Hitmi is one of the
neighborhoods affected by urbanization and sprawling. This research study investigates
Al-Hitmi neighborhood and its features, opportunities, constraints, and relationship with
the surrounding areas, specifically Qatar National Museum and the Museum Metro
Station. The research design is based on the review of the literature, site analysis of the
selected case, and surrounding context in order to (1) find opportunities and challenges
and (2) to propose a strategy for the urban regeneration of the neighborhood of Al-
Hitmi
