The forces that shape the contemporary mosque in the USA and Europe are complex and dynamic, and the 'rules' for their design can be hard to grasp for those unfamiliar with the Islamic faith. In this book, the design principles for mosques are set out and explained by the authors, illustrated with around 300 beautiful line drawings. Case studies of urban mosques in New York, Washington, Miami, Boston and New Mexico in the US, and London and Birmingham in the UK, along with other examples, demonstrate how mosques and Islamic centres have evolved to integrate with their new surroundings. The book provides an understanding of fundamental liturgical conventions, as well as non-liturgical functions, enabling professionals working in this area to design with confidence.


* First dedicated design guide for Mosques and Islamic centres available

* Features case studies from the USA, UK and other European countries

* Explains fundamental maxims to make it easy to create viable design solutions for these exacting, multifunctional buildings