The strong geometries seen in Islamic architecture are said to reflect the deep philosophical ... could bring about a “paradigm shift” for designers, given that these ancient Islamic periodic patters ...

just as students of the Koran and Islamic law did for centuries in this very same space, I admire the stunning architecture of Bou Inania Madrasa, one of Morocco’s ancient Islamic law colleges.

The relationship between textiles and shelter would go on to shape the entire history of architecture, from prehistoric settlements to modern skyscrapers. What lessons might these ancient origins ...

The exhibited works range from a sculpture inspired by the vernacular architecture and natural ... The participating artists responded to these ancient concepts, producing works that address ...

This unique history allowed for the emergence of Palermo’s significant and unusual style of art and architecture: Arab-Norman. Church of San Cataldo. Photo by Maya Garabedian. Settlement across the ...

On Saturday the UNESCO heritage committee added six other sites to its list, including inuit hunting grounds in Greenland, ancient Korean mountain Buddhist temples, pre-Islamic sites in Iran ...

whose unique intellectual and architectural achievements around the world stand an extension of the excellence of their rich and ancient Arab civilization.” Professor Lina Ghotmeh has been awarded the ...