Languages

Mosque of Nasreen


Urban and Architectural


This mixed-use project is a two-story building with a Mosque, two studio apartments and parking located on a steep, long and narrow site in a residential neighborhood. The Mosque of Nasreen embraces the Islamic architectural heritage with a contemporary approach and introduced a new cultural landmark into the residential neighborhood where it is located.

The project features the principal elements of a traditional mosque in relation to building materials and the play of mathematical patterns. The minaret is the tallest point of the building, with its crown spire, green and blue mosaic tiles, and geometric laser cut screens. The portal, invites the worshipers to the courtyard featuring decorated hardscapes, water elements, and metal works. The mosque floats above the water with pools, located on either side and under the stairway leading to the entrance. The water provides a transcendental approach into the covered part of the building. The prayer hall is a large open space located directly under the main dome. The screens on the floor to ceiling windows, are a play on the effect of a screened in structure similar to middle-eastern architecture. They also celebrate the mathematical geometry of the Islamic culture. The Mihrab, a niche centered on the Qibla wall is the location from which the Imam leads the prayers. The glass block slits of the Mihrab allow the easterly sun to come onto the floor of the mosque to highlight the direction of Mecca.

The Mosque of Nasreen embraces the Islamic architectural heritage with a contemporary approach. The project features the principal elements of a traditional mosque-- a portal, courtyard, water, minaret, assembly area, and mihrab. It provides a place of assembly for the local Muslim Community on a long and narrow site. The property consists of a mosque with two studio apartments on separate stories and parking at ground level. The project introduced a new cultural landmark into the residential neighborhood where it is located

Description


Located at 1136 Walnut Street lies the Mosque of Nasreen. This building stands out for its beautiful architecture, prominent presence, and lovely entry way with a serene fountain.

Mosque of Nasreen was opened in June of 2008, this mosque was built in the memory of Nasreen Iqbal (June 1942 - September 1997), wife of Dr. Muzaffar Iqbal and mother of Umer, Usman and sister Syma Iqbal;

References


https://www.beautifulmosque.com/Nasreen-Mosque-in-San-Luis-United-States

https://www.studio-2g.com/mosque-of-nasreen

Details

Location

1136 Walnut St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, United States

Architect Name

studio 2G Architects

Year of Build

2009

Drawings

Map

Urban and Architectural

This mixed-use project is a two-story building with a Mosque, two studio apartments and parking located on a steep, long and narrow site in a residential neighborhood. The Mosque of Nasreen embraces the Islamic architectural heritage with a contemporary approach and introduced a new cultural landmark into the residential neighborhood where it is located.

The project features the principal elements of a traditional mosque in relation to building materials and the play of mathematical patterns. The minaret is the tallest point of the building, with its crown spire, green and blue mosaic tiles, and geometric laser cut screens. The portal, invites the worshipers to the courtyard featuring decorated hardscapes, water elements, and metal works. The mosque floats above the water with pools, located on either side and under the stairway leading to the entrance. The water provides a transcendental approach into the covered part of the building. The prayer hall is a large open space located directly under the main dome. The screens on the floor to ceiling windows, are a play on the effect of a screened in structure similar to middle-eastern architecture. They also celebrate the mathematical geometry of the Islamic culture. The Mihrab, a niche centered on the Qibla wall is the location from which the Imam leads the prayers. The glass block slits of the Mihrab allow the easterly sun to come onto the floor of the mosque to highlight the direction of Mecca.

The Mosque of Nasreen embraces the Islamic architectural heritage with a contemporary approach. The project features the principal elements of a traditional mosque-- a portal, courtyard, water, minaret, assembly area, and mihrab. It provides a place of assembly for the local Muslim Community on a long and narrow site. The property consists of a mosque with two studio apartments on separate stories and parking at ground level. The project introduced a new cultural landmark into the residential neighborhood where it is located

Description

Located at 1136 Walnut Street lies the Mosque of Nasreen. This building stands out for its beautiful architecture, prominent presence, and lovely entry way with a serene fountain.

Mosque of Nasreen was opened in June of 2008, this mosque was built in the memory of Nasreen Iqbal (June 1942 - September 1997), wife of Dr. Muzaffar Iqbal and mother of Umer, Usman and sister Syma Iqbal;