The Pattern That Nature Also Solved
Islamic geometric patterns share deep structural and generative mathematical logic with natural systems like quasicrystals, plant growth, and cellular structures….
Islamic architecture
The Clock Tower Before the Clock
An Early Archive of the King Abdulaziz Endowment in MakkahIbrahim Joharji — ArchUpI worked there for two and a half…
Al-Masjid al-Haram: The Building That Faces Itself
Every building you have ever entered asked you to face something. A door, a stage, an altar, a teacher, a…
Architecture in the Prophetic Tradition: When Space Entered the Text
When the conversation turns to Islamic architecture, the mind moves immediately toward the visible: domes and minarets, geometric ornament, the…
New Grand Mosque Unveiled in Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah Gate Development
Planners revealed a new Grand Mosque for Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah Gate II development. The massive project sits securely in a…
Architectural Security Reshapes Makkah’s Unplanned Neighborhoods Near Grand Mosque
Architectural security guides the systematic clearance of informal settlements near the Grand Mosque in Makkah.Recent aerial images show large cleared…
Palm Jebel Ali Friday Mosque: Contemporary Reinterpretation of Islamic Form
The designs for the Palm Jebel Ali Mosque have been unveiled, presenting a contemporary approach to religious architecture in Dubai….
Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
Architectural Genius of the Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan HassanThe Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan stands as one of…
Suleymaniye Mosque: The Geometry of Light, Sound, and StructureSulayma
OverviewRising gracefully above Istanbul’s historic skyline, the Suleymaniye Mosque stands as one of the greatest architectural achievements of the Ottoman…
Ottoman Mosques in the Middle East: Architectural Elegance and Spiritual Harmony
OverviewSpanning centuries and stretching across modern-day Turkey, Syria, Iraq, and beyond, Ottoman mosques in the Middle East represent a unique…
The Carbon Mosque in Dubai, the first mosque in the world, is a new vision uniting architecture, faith, and sustainability.
Deep in the Hatta oasis rises the world’s first carbon-neutral mosque, a building unlike any other. Its uniqueness lies not…
Djamaa El Djazaïr: Pride of Modern Islamic Architecture
The Grand Mosque of Algiers (Djamaa El Djazaïr) stands as one of the largest and most beautiful mosques in the…
Major Urban Transformations Around the Grand Mosque Redefine the Landscape of Makkah
Makkah is entering a new phase of architectural growth with integrated urban projects around the Grand Mosque. These developments enhance…
Jami At-Taqwa Mosque in Cibinong by Ismail Solehudin Architecture
The Jami At-Taqwa Mosque in Cibinong, Indonesia, designed by Ismail Solehudin Architecture, represents a fresh approach to contemporary religious architecture….
Prince Mohammed Bin Ayaf Mosque: A Najdi-Inspired Architectural Landmark in Riyadh
Standing along Takhassusi Street in Al Nakheel, the Prince Mohammed Bin Ayaf Mosque is one of the modern mosques that…
Architecture, with Spirit: A Reflection on Direction, Proportion, and Purity
I once sat in a lecture where the speaker, after stacking dozens of sketches of so-called Islamic cities, announced that…
Great Mosque of Djenné Mud Architecture and the Spirit of Community
In the heart of Djenné, Mali, stands a structure that’s more than just a mosque—it’s a powerful symbol of cultural…
Moroccan Riads: A Private Oasis Amid the Urban Maze
Tucked away in the heart of Morocco’s ancient medinas—where winding alleyways and bustling crowds dominate the scene—riads offer a hidden…
Mughal Architecture The Taj Mahal’s Symmetry and Symbolic Power
IntroductionThe Taj Mahal stands as one of the most iconic and breathtaking masterpieces of Mughal Islamic architecture. Built in the…
Ottoman Mosques: From Hagia Sophia to Sultan Ahmed
IntroductionIt’s impossible to explore Islamic architecture without pausing at the Ottoman era, which left a deep and lasting mark—especially in…
Persian Architecture: The Iwan and Courtyard Across Samarkand and Yazd
IntroductionPersian architecture has long been celebrated for its ability to blend aesthetic elegance with cultural and environmental consciousness. Two key…
