Ada Karmi-Melamede is an architect who has designed famous buildings across Israel, including the Supreme Court building and the gateway to Ben Gurion Airport.
Her daughter, filmmaker Yael Melamede, talks to us about her new film, ADA: My Mother the Architect, which is a heartfelt investigation of Ada’s work, philosophical approach, and relationships with her family.
How to Be a Jew
How to Be a Jew … Like Israel's Most Famous Female Architect
Just in time for Mother’s Day, filmmaker Yael Melamede joins us to talk about her new documentary, 'ADA: My Mother the Architect'
May 07, 2025
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