_Lighting Analysis in Mosque Architecture in Malaysia

Light, a visible immaterial element which can demonstrate great meanings and affects in a spatial structure. Beauty and power of light are depended upon on how it is scattered into the designed space. It can be considered as an architectural element to create a pleasant visual environment by making the building soulful. Light does not only facilitate the visual task, but also augments and contributes to the feelings of human. When the light flows in the space, hardness and coldness of the place will be reduced and will make it a shelter for our spirit [1]. Light is like the soul for a solid structure and was known as appearance of divine, so architects used it in the religious places as miraculous substances [2].