FLOOR PLAN – PUTRAJAYA MOSQUE
Islamic Principles
Ilm (Pursuit of Knowledge)
Islam’s emphasis is clearly shown by the astounding calligraphy adorning the great mosques of traditional Islamic lands. A stand-out feature of how technical drawings deconstruct convoluted Islamic decorative motifs into more basic elements of geometry.
It shows on how each dome topped with a gold tiled final. The outer cladding is finished with tiles in shades of pink is composed of the inspired interplay between squares and circles. This is the “biomorphic” (life-like) structure that underlies Islamic art.
Architecture of Inscriptions - The architecture of Ilm is represented through the numerous calligraphy arts that adorn the entire buildings exteriors and interiors. And through Arabic writings on the wall.
Architecture of light as expression- when entering the sanctuary is dim. Passing through the dim- lit corridor for few seconds people eyes will be adjusted to dim light and when they enter the main part, people will be able to see the glory and beauty of the mosque as real as possible.
Ihtiram (Respect)
The mosque follows the cube geometry in respect to Holly Kauba in macca. The building has a pure and divine cube geometry.
•The purity and harmony of Islam is shown in this mosque in simple geometric shapes that decorate the dome and the walls and as the entire structure that follows this geometric, pure refrain
•The simple geometric shapes and the purity is carried out in the entire structure since all the elements are simple shapes bringing harmony into the building
•The mosque is one of the main structures in this city that is a symbol of Islam, a sign to gather all for one purpose, the peaceful act of prayer
Ikhlas (Sincerity)
Several architectural features of the mosque embodies geometric proportion, harmony and balance and does not include any human imaginaries or idols; this is the Islamic way of architectural expression that is built within conformity to God’s will. Islamic building features like the arc represent the projecting soul, via geometric subtraction and water features brighten the abstract rigid architecture, bringing a sense of relaxation and contemplation to the mind.
Prayer Hall
Mihrab
Minbar
Haya (modesty)
The mosque has “Bent Entrance” which significant feature in maintaining modest approaches and also encourage interaction between fellow Muslims. It shows the family values and reflects the respect of humans. Whether there are screens and veils separating women from men for more privacy and how the public areas are arranged.
In the mosque this sense of privacy is portrayed in using screens with pure simple geometric shapes
Screens of Putra Mosque
Stained Glass Window
Dhikr (remembrance)
The Almightiness of Allah is constantly reminded via repeated inscriptions such as quotes from the holly Quran and 99 holly names of Allah adorned on building features.This building has a pillar upon pillar, arcade upon arcade design. The rhythmic precision mirrored in the contemplative chanting of God’s innumerable attributes / zikr. Its patterns on the main dome shows repetition as well.
Tawhid (unity)
Islam is said to embody a cohesive way of life amongst ethnically and culturally diverse peoples.
“The orientation of the axis of the mosque on Muslim soil towards the black stone of the Ka’abah is an awe-inspiring symbol of unity of faith.”
The sanctuary at the entrance located before the main prayer hall and after a dim lit corridor is oriented so that people who pass through will be facing in direction of Mecca (Kiblah). The mosque unites people of Islam to gather and pray and show devotion to Allah.
Iqtisad (moderation/balance/humility)
ØThe Floor plan is symmetrical and spaces are balanced equally.
Øeach component of the building is carefully positioned using golden ratio and mathematics and the perfection.
• The main prayer hall goes up to 250 ft. tall using the golden ratio which is an amazing aspect of this mosque creating a massive scale difference
• The entrance of the mosque is grand and positioned to perfection
Urf (العرف)
•Urf refers to the custom, or 'knowledge', refers to the customs and practices of a given society. It is where design language of a culture is adopted into Islamic buildings given they have no disagreement with Islamic principles.
•The mosque design was built based on the ‘hybrid concept’, meaning a mixture of artistic design of several cultures; Malaysian, Persian and Arab architectures.
•The mosque also embraces modern technology and uses climate responsive design that suites Malaysian climate.
•Hence the principle of Urf is evident in the mosques architecture.
Open design with fenestrated verandahs and open courtyards with green and water features to create cooling effect.
•The structure of mosque and main entrance to the mosque is based on the model of Persian Islamic architecture of the Safavid period with elements derived from some other Islamic countries.
•Minaret is influenced by the design of the Sheikh Omar Mosque in Bagdad, Iraq, while the basement is similar to that of King Hassan Mosque in Casablanca, Morocco.
•The building was constructed mainly using local materials;
Mainly rose—tinted granite is used on the building components
contrasted by brown-stained Cengal (hardwood) used on woodwork to enhance the decorative features of the doors, windows and panels.
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