In this paper, I have identified and briefly examined two Islamic concepts which constitute tlre nucleus of the conceptual framework for sustainability in Islamic arclritecture. The two concepts are: 1) man as the vicegerent (khalifah) on earth, and 2) natural environment as both afield and means for man’s vicegerency mission. Central to tlre paper are...Read More

Islamic architecture, which is based on the Islamic school, has been shaped by the total awareness of architects’ of techniques of architecture and adherence to the principles of geometry and inspired by religious beliefs. Principles of geometry and religious beliefs caused certain patterns to take shape in Islamic architecture that were used in designing buildings...Read More

Throughout history, Islamic signs and signification were recognized and appreciated by both Muslim and Non-Muslim scholars. The Islamic style of architecture is not only used in mosques, but also in other Islamic buildings and even in gardens. The architecture encompasses both secular and religious artistic styles. The aim of this study is to contextualize the...Read More

Islamic Architecture is well and widely known architectural discipline in modern time. Mostly religious, royal or government buildings are known as Islamic Architecture which was developed over thousands of years in Muslim countries. Some architectural features and decorative styles are very common in those buildings which deemed that might come from some Islamic traditions. How...Read More