Cairo, known for its rich cultural heritage, faces challenges in preserving its historic sites amidst urban growth and climate change.

Dr. May al-Ibrashy, an architect and conservationist, leads efforts to integrate heritage conservation with urban regeneration.

Through her work with the Megawra–Built Environment Collective, she revitalises historic neighborhoods like Al-Khalifa, combining preservation with community involvement.

Key projects include the restoration of the Al-Imam Al-Shafi’i Mausoleum and the Yahya al-Sabih Mausoleum, incorporating modern interventions and community engagement.

Al-Ibrashy also works on adaptive reuse projects like the Safiyy al-Din Jawhar Dome and Al-Khalifa Park, demonstrating how heritage can drive sustainable urban development.