Modern Islamic Architecture How It Redefines the Balance Between Tradition and Innovation
In a world racing toward innovation and technology, it might seem counterintuitive to look back into history for architectural inspiration….
Islamic architecture
oshan and Mashrabiya A Dialogue of Light and Shadow in Islamic Architecture
In a narrow alleyway of old Jeddah, sunlight filters through massive wooden roshans, while in a historic Cairo home, the…
Moroccan Architecture: Balancing Tradition and Modernity in Casablanca and Rabat
Moroccan architecture, especially in cities like Casablanca and Rabat, reflects a unique synthesis between historical heritage and contemporary design found…
Andalusian Architecture: The Interplay of Civilizations and Architectural Expression Across Eras
Andalusian architecture stands as one of the most significant cultural legacies left by Islamic civilization in the Iberian Peninsula. It…
Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral: A Historical and Architectural Marvel
The Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral, also known as the Mezquita-Catedral, stands as one of Spain’s most significant historical landmarks, blending Islamic and…
The World’s First Contemporary Mosque for Women in Doha
IntroductionThe Al-Mujadilah Center and Mosque in Doha, located in the heart of Education City, covers an area of 4,600 square…
Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Project to Revitalize Historic Al-Masqi Mosque
A Heritage Revival Spanning Over 13 CenturiesLocated east of Al-Masqi village, about 32 kilometers southeast of Abha, the old Al-Masqi…
Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project Renovates Al-Husn Al-Asfal Mosque in Asir
As part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s efforts to preserve heritage sites, the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project for…
El-Sisi Inaugurates the Second Phase of the Sayyida Nafisa Mosque Development Project
As part of ongoing efforts to develop archaeological and religious sites in Egypt, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi inaugurated the second…
Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project to Develop Al-Saeedan Mosque in Al-Jouf
Importance of the ProjectThe Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project for the Development of Historic Mosques works to protect Islamic heritage…
Faydat Athqab Mosque Development.. A Historical Legacy Renewed Within the Saudi Crown Prince’s Project
Within the framework of Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s project to develop historical mosques, Faydat Athqab Mosque in Hail region, which…
Al-Fuwaihi Mosque.. Reviving Heritage within Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project
Al-Fuwaihi Mosque in the city of Sakaka in Al-Jouf region is one of the most prominent historical mosques that are…
Al-Fath Mosque in Al-Jumum.. An architectural masterpiece that shines in Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s project
Al-Fath Mosque in Al-Jumum Governorate in Makkah Al-Mukarramah is one of the most prominent historical mosques included in Prince Mohammed…
Saudi Crown Prince Revitalizes Khaif Al-Hizami Mosque in Medina
As part of the second phase of Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s project to develop historic mosques, Khaif Al-Hizami Mosque in…
Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Project for the Development of Historic Mosques Revitalizes Al-Qibli Mosque in the Najdi Style
Reviving Islamic HeritageAs part of Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Project for the Development of Historic Mosques, Al-Qibli Mosque, located in…
Al-Jazeera Mosque in Jeddah
IntroductionAl-Jazirah Mosque in Jeddah serves as a practical example of integrating traditional Islamic architectural elements within a contemporary urban context….
The First Palace Built in the Islamic Caliphate: Qasr al-Kharana, an Early Model of Islamic Architecture
Historical Introduction: Architecture in the Shadow of IslamWith the spread of Islam and the expansion of the Islamic state, the…
The Essential Elements of Islamic Ornamentation and Architecture: An In-Depth Exploration
The Essential Elements of Islamic Ornamentation and Architecture: An In-Depth ExplorationThe allure of Islamic ornamentation lies in its balance between…
Is Islamic Architecture a Real Phenomenon or an Orientalist Construct? A Journey Through Architectural History
Is Islamic Architecture a Real Phenomenon or an Orientalist Construct? A Journey Through Architectural HistoryThe term “Islamic architecture” often conjures…
Bab Al Salam Mosque in Muscat
Altqadum, an esteemed architecture studio, proudly presents the Bab Al Salam Mosque in Muscat, Oman. Recently unveiled to the public,…
Distinctive elements of Islamic architecture
Islamic building exteriors have long been known for their precise,symmetrical geometry, while Modernism is represented by stark surfaces and clear…
