دار العبادة DAR OF WORSHIP An Ideal Mosque Experience Research
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INTRODUCTION
WHAT triggered the research • To rectify deteriorated built quality and decreased efficiency in most mosques nowadays • To revive the role of mosque in history where it represented art(architecture standards), community, and knowledge besides its divinity.
HOW to tackle it • Revisiting all functions/amenities involved while performing prayers • Developing mosque design guidelines and standards
WHY do it • To create the ultimate mosque visit experience for
worshippers
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REVISITING
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ACCESSIBILITY & ENTRANCES
Prayer Hall
Dedicated access route with ramp to reach toilet and then prayer hall directly
DISABLED ACCESS
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SHOE RACKS
Enforcing discipline and eliminating shoes on the floor by Design. Sufficient number of racks based on mosque size. Benches for ease of shoes taking-off and put on after prayer. Lockers and hangers for bags, jackets and other belongings.
Shoe Racks
Benches
Lockers and Hangers
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ABLUTION AREAS
LED Motion Sensor Light Tissue Storage Hanger Trash Soap Tabs Stainless Steel perforated Bench Feet Dryer
Modular Ablution Unit
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Mirror Shelve Push Water Tabs for Sustainable Water Use Removable Wet Tiles Trenches Connecting to the Irrigation System
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PRAYER HALLS
The Proposed Layout Provides the following features: Column free prayer hall Wide circulation corridors on both sides & in-between lanes for ease of entry and exit. This allows for prompt evacuation after prayers without disturbing worshippers who are still praying.
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PRAYER HALLS
Rest backs which include: Shelves for Quran, Tissue boxes and trash, Scented oils/ Bukhour stands, Clocks.
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Praying Zone Quran Shelve
Passage Back Rest Tissue Box
Praying Zone Quran Bukhour Shelve Box
Plan
Innovative and sustainable motion sensor lighting system. Sufficient Indirect AC supply. LCD screens where visual access to the imam is not possible and can be used for other announcements such as prayer times... Etc.). Localized speakers. Exit Sequence Diagram An Ideal Mosque Experience Research – Work in Progress
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OUT-DOOR PRAYER AREA
Retractable Shading System Mist Spray Pipes Plantation
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Minaret function
Integrated speakers
Light color coding
LED Screen
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ADDED AMENITIES SHOWERS
Shower facilities with changing rooms are provided next to the toilets and accessible from outside
PRAYER CLOTHES A provision for prayer clothes is provided in the female’s prayer hall (i.e. Similar to towels in hotels, provided by a vending machine, or cheaply provided by a close by retail store).
NURSING & KIDS’ PLAYROOM A provision for a nursing and kids’ play rooms are provided within the female’s prayer hall facilities.
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Kids’ Play Room
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Nursing Room
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ACCOMODATION
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The following facilities to be provided: 2-Bedroom Apartment for Imam. 1-Bedroom Apartment for Muazen. Studio for Servant(S).
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The internal planning and furniture arrangement to follow the Islamic teachings: Arabic Majlis Dinning to be on the floor integrated with Majlis Beds to be facing Kiblah Toilets to be perpendicular to Kiblah
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Entry Court
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Master Bedroom
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Kitchen
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2nd Bedroom
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Majlis
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Courtyard
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Servant’s Studio
CASE STUDY – MOSQUE TYPE
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MOSQUE TYPE & CAPACITY
AD MOSQUE MODELS MATRIX: URBAN CONDITIONS AND CAPACITY, G.F.A., RADIUS OF CATCHMENT AREA AND PARKING REQUIREMENTS
Urban Context Capacity: Catchment Radius Walking Trip Women Percentage Parking Percentage
Low Density Residential Zone < 500 Worshippers 350-500m 5 minutes > 60% 15%
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CULTURAL COMMUNITY AMENITIES
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COMMUNITY LIBRARY
MULTI-PURPOSE HALL
This facility acts as an extension to schools and education facilities for the local community as it provides a center for sources, resources, and reference materials for all sciences.
To be used by the local community as a gathering and events venue. It provides an affordable alternative to banquet halls. Examples of uses: Ramadan’s Iftars, Small weddings, Mourning and Business Occasions.
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Reception
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Lounge
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General Collection
Computer Lab Meeting Rooms / Study Rooms
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COMMERCIAL COMMUNITY AMENITIES & SERVICES CONVENIENCE STORE
BAKERY/CAFETERIA
LAUNDRY
ATM, UTILITY and ZAKAT PAYMENTS
PHARMACY
POSTAL SERVICE
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DESIGN APPLICATION
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MOSQUE IN KUWAIT 01
Description: 480-People Community Mosque Size: 12,500 sqft Status: Proposal
Main Entrance View
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Ground Floor Plan 1. Shoe Racks 2. Ablution Area 3. Toilets 4. Male Prayer Hall 5. Library 6. Retail Outlet 7. Courtyard 8. Accommodation Quarter
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Mezzanine Floor Plan 1. Lobby 2. Toilets 3. Shoe Racks 4. Ablution Area 5. Female Prayer Hall 6. Nursing Room 7. Play Terrace
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MOSQUE IN KUWAIT 01
Prayer Hall View
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MOSQUE IN KUWAIT 02
Description: 1,063-People Community Mosque Size: 21,600 sqft Status: Proposal
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MOSQUE IN KUWAIT 02
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Basement Plan 1. Shoe Racks 2. Ablution Area 3. Toilets 4. Male Prayer Hall 5. Light Shafts
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