Elements of Islamic Architecture

Synopsis

Discusses the religious, environmental and cultural influences which have determined the form of islamic building. A number of building types common in Islamic communities have been selected to identify certain common elements and themes, partly visual and partly doctrinal. Those in turn have been illustrated by historical examples, and their application, continuity and relevance in modern Islamic architecture are discussed. Mosques and their elements, mausolea, educational, domestic and government buildings, and gardens are shown.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Multimedia; Tape-slide. Audiocassette. 40 min.; 40 Slides. col.

Year of production

1987

Availability

Sale

Documentation

Package includes a 40-page illustrated manual with text of commentary, notes on the buildings, selected plans of buildings and a glossary of terms.

Uses

Practising architects, architectural students.

Subjects

Architecture

Keywords

architecture - Islamic

Credits

Producer

Cho Padamsee

Writer

Garry Martin

Distributor

Name

CAA Projects

Phone

01-636 7596

Fax

01-255 1541

Address

66 Portland Place
LONDON
WIN 4AD