Islamic Architecture

One of the best known designers in the architecture world, a profession that has long been characterized as male dominated, happens to be female. She also happens to be from the Middle East and her name is Zaha Hadid...

Sep 1, 2002 - Alia F. Hasan

The US Postal Service's "Eid Stamp", which had come under attack post-September 11, has reportedly been reissued. Read more about it in this article.

May 19, 2002 - Alia F. Hasan

This article discusses a great new online resource for Islamic Architecture-- ArchNet.org

Mar 31, 2002 - Alia F. Hasan

Part 2 of the article on the new library in Alexandria, Egypt.

Feb 28, 2002 - Alia F. Hasan

A recent project in the Middle East which has captured world attention is the Bibliotheca Alexandrina in Alexandria, Egypt. Borne out of the desire to recreate the famous library founded by the succesor to Alexander the Great the library is an ambitious project for both the city of Alexandria and the country of Egypt...

Jan 31, 2002 - Alia F. Hasan

The 2001 Aga Khan Award for Architecture winners have been announced. Read about a few of the projects here.

Nov 30, 2001 - Alia F. Hasan

A look at current Egyptian architects inspired by the ideas of Hassan Fathy.

Oct 31, 2001 - Alia F. Hasan

This article is on the attack on mosques and Islamic centers in the aftermath of the September 11 tragedy.

Oct 1, 2001 - Alia F. Hasan

Searching for some good books on Islamic architecture and art? This article provides some titles worth looking into.

Aug 31, 2001 - Alia F. Hasan

A look at the newest resources on Islamic Architecture, Art, and Islamic Gardens.

May 14, 2001 - Alia F. Hasan

This article is on Palestinian artists (or other artists whose work focuses on Palestine) and includes links to online displays of various artists' work.

Mar 13, 2001 - Alia F. Hasan

Learn about a recent architectural project that attempts to capture the essence of the culture and history of Jordan. (Part 2)

Feb 1, 2001 - Alia F. Hasan

Learn about a recent architectural project that attempts to capture the essence of the culture and history of Jordan.

Jan 31, 2001 - Alia F. Hasan

A biography on the architect and visionary, Hassan Fathy.

Dec 20, 2000 - Alia F. Hasan

Looking for a virtual journey through museums displaying Islamic Art? Look no further than the web.

Oct 31, 2000 - Alia F. Hasan

Part II on the Splendors of Islamic Art covers calligraphy and illustrated manuscripts, and concludes the two articles.

Sep 28, 2000 - Alia F. Hasan

The first of two, this article discusses some of the beautiful types of Islamic Art.

Aug 31, 2000 - Alia F. Hasan

This is meant to be an introductory sort of article for those unfamiliar with the subject. Some common terms are defined within the article and there is a short list of other terms at the end.

Jul 26, 2000 - Alia F. Hasan

This is Part II of 2 articles on the Aga Khan Award for Architecture. This one discusses the most recent winning projects of the Muslim world outside of the Middle East as well as concludes both articles.

Jun 5, 2000 - Alia F. Hasan

This article is on the Aga Khan Award for Architecture. This first part is on the recent winning projects within the Middle East while part II will be on the projects outside the Middle East but within the Islamic world.

Apr 25, 2000 - Alia F. Hasan

This article is on the Great Mosque of Cordoba in Spain and briefly discusses its history and transformations.

Mar 24, 2000 - Alia F. Hasan

This article discusses a few mosques of the last century in North America.

Feb 19, 2000 - Alia F. Hasan

Rather than any sort of prediction for the Islamic Architecture of the future, this article discusses some of the trends I would like to see.

Jan 9, 2000 - Alia F. Hasan

This article is on the decorative art of Oriental Carpets and their popularity in the West.

Dec 8, 1999 - Alia F. Hasan

This article discusses Arabic calligraphy as an art form. This important art form has relevance to architecture because it is so widely used to decorate religious buildings.

Nov 7, 1999 - Alia F. Hasan

This article is on Hassan Fathy the architect and his New Gourna project in Egypt. The project involved traditional mud brick construction.

Oct 13, 1999 - Alia F. Hasan

This article is on the Taj Mahal and briefly discusses its multicultural features and fusion of architectural traditions.

Sep 14, 1999 - Alia F. Hasan

This is a current event article discussing the recent earthquake in Turkey and how the great loss of life could possibly have been avoided.

Aug 31, 1999 - Alia F. Hasan

This article reminisces a trip I took to Palestine. A walk through a village becomes more than a simple walk.

Aug 17, 1999 - Alia F. Hasan

Architectural heritage and preservation, although practiced for some time in most of the world, is a relatively new concept in the Middle East.This article discusses attempts by some countries and organizations in the Middle East to change that.

Aug 3, 1999 - Alia F. Hasan

This article is on the gardens of Mughal India and breifly discusses three gardens. This is the final article of the three part series on Islamic gardens.

Jul 20, 1999 - Alia F. Hasan

This article is on the gardens of Muslim Spain but specifically the Alhambra and Generalife.

Jul 6, 1999 - Alia F. Hasan

This article is the first of three on the history of Islamic Gardens and covers the gardens of Persia. The next in the series will be on Muslim Spain and the last will be on Mughal India.

Jun 22, 1999 - Alia F. Hasan

This article is about the Suleymaniye Mosque in Turkey and its inspiration the Hagia Sophia.

Jun 8, 1999 - Alia F. Hasan