Islamic architecture has long captivated observers with its harmonious blend of spirituality, geometry, and cultural expression. Originating in the 7th century CE, this architectural tradition spans ...

Islamic geometric patterns and architecture represent a profound synthesis of mathematical precision and artistic expression inherent in centuries of cultural heritage. These patterns are not merely ...

The Aga Khan IV, a spiritual leader of the Ismaili Muslim community and a prominent champion in architecture and cultural preservation, died yesterday in Portugal at the age of 88. As a 20-year-old ...

"Some sections of this book were previously published in The art and architecture of Islam 650-1250 by Penguin Books Ltd, 1987"--Title page verso. Preface to the second edition -- Preface to the first ...

AI-generated images, heralded for their role in transforming architectural design processes, are facing significant challenges when applied to the intricate realm of Islamic architecture, according to ...

The 2023 Islamic Arts Biennale at the Western Hajj Terminal of King Abdulaziz International Airport. Image Courtesy of Diriyah Biennale Foundation The 2023 Islamic Arts Biennale at the Western Hajj ...

Introduction and acknowledgments -- 1. Islamic architecture in Umayyad al-Andalus and Aghlabid Ifriqiya -- 2. Rival caliphates in the West during the tenth century -- 3. The long eleventh century : ...

Creating spaces that invite reflection and contemplation is intimately connected with our purpose as a foundation: to craft perspectives. We are thrilled to announce the AlMusalla Prize as part of the ...

Chinese authorities have altered, closed or partially demolished thousands of mosques across China in a suppression of Islamic culture that has spread to almost every region of the country. Beijing's ...