Focused on capturing the atmosphere and people of Cairo, Habibi Cairo uses intimate and observational photography to explore the city’s urban life in the late 20th century. Denis Dailleux’s visual approach centers on candid human interactions and street scenes that reflect the vibrancy and complexity of daily existence in Cairo.

Spanning 36 pages, the collection presents a quiet intensity in its mood, avoiding spectacle in favor of genuine moments and nuanced expressions. The photographs emphasize the textured environment and the close relationship between inhabitants and their surroundings, providing a grounded, humanistic view of Cairo.