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 ...

In 1961, a year before designing the World Trade Center towers, American architect Minoru Yamasaki completed a much smaller project that would influence the look of his new creation in New York City.

In Islam, decoration is reserved for the inside of buildings. Most often the only exterior parts to be decorated will be the entrance and the dome. Architecture is one of the greatest Islamic art ...

The Qatari Forum for Authors organised a panel discussion titled 'Islamic Civilisation and Architecture', presented by researcher and plastic artist Mohamed Ali Abel, as part of the activities of Doha ...

Heritage preservation and community engagement meet in the restoration of two Islamic domes in Historic Cairo. In the heart of Historic Cairo, the domes of Yehia Al-Shabih and Safieddin Jawhar have ...

Legend has it that the call to prayer once echoed across Middle Eastern cities as one of the few sounds breaking the dawn’s tranquillity, urging people to gather in spaces designed as much for beauty ...

As the nation's attention focuses on war with Iraq, the Aga Khan Award for Architecture (the triennial equivalent of the Pritzker Prize) helps to build a deeper appreciation of large and small ...

London's Leighton House is considered one of the country's most important artist homes, but what sets it apart from the others is the integration of Eastern and Western art under one roof. At first ...

Today, the massive mudbrick monuments is a popular destination for travelers, sightseers, and researchers interested in the rich history and culture of Iran. It is a stunning example of traditional ...