“Windows of Light” by renowned Lebanese-born architect Lina Ghotmeh is a profound exploration of light as both a physical phenomenon and a cultural artifact. Ghotmeh delves into the symbolism, myths, and innovations surrounding light through meticulous research and compelling imagery, illustrating its fundamental role in shaping our biological, astronomical, and architectural environments. Anchored by a poignant photographic narrative, the book reminds us that access to artificial light remains a privilege in many regions.

The book’s first chapter, “Archeology of Light,” investigates light's origins, measurement, and capture across diverse cultures, bringing forward marginalized and non-Western perspectives through a series of illustrated field notes. “Without Light” unfolds as a photographic essay by Laurian Ghinițoiu documenting Beirut’s electricity crisis and features the Stone Garden Housing project realised by Lina Ghotmeh – Architecture. The final chapter, “Material Light,” showcases a series of ink drawings by the architect, offering personal reflections on the nature of light, water, and the natural world. “Windows of Light” is a richly layered narrative that connects past and present, offering a new lens through which to view the integral role of light in our lives.