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Masjid Ibrahim


History


The mosque opened its doors in 2014. The project started as a consequence of the Gosnells City Council trying to shut down the only place of worship in the south eastern suburbs (Thornlie Mosque). With the potential shut down of the Thornlie Mosque, efforts were made to open another Mosque (Masjid Ibrahim) the council agreed that Masjid Ibrahim be opened as soon as possible, so that they can decide on the fate of Thornlie Mosque, and to ease congestion in and around the Thornlie Mosque area.

Urban and Architectural


Masjid Ibrahim is a suburban mosque located in the southern part of Perth, Western Australia. It is located at the intersection of  Southern River Road and Leslie Street. The building, designed by South African Architect Anwar Deedat, reflects modern and traditional architectural features.

Description


Masjid Ibrahim was self funded. The land was donated by the extended Patel family, as well as donations from the WA community. There were no real delays in building, the only exception that slowed progress was the constant theft, from the site. 

Details

Location

1526 Leslie St, Southern River WA 6110, Australia

Worshippers

250

Owners

Patel Family

Architect Name

Anwar Deedat

Year of Build

2014

Area

848.32 m²

Drawings

Map

History

The mosque opened its doors in 2014. The project started as a consequence of the Gosnells City Council trying to shut down the only place of worship in the south eastern suburbs (Thornlie Mosque). With the potential shut down of the Thornlie Mosque, efforts were made to open another Mosque (Masjid Ibrahim) the council agreed that Masjid Ibrahim be opened as soon as possible, so that they can decide on the fate of Thornlie Mosque, and to ease congestion in and around the Thornlie Mosque area.

Urban and Architectural

Masjid Ibrahim is a suburban mosque located in the southern part of Perth, Western Australia. It is located at the intersection of  Southern River Road and Leslie Street. The building, designed by South African Architect Anwar Deedat, reflects modern and traditional architectural features.

Description

Masjid Ibrahim was self funded. The land was donated by the extended Patel family, as well as donations from the WA community. There were no real delays in building, the only exception that slowed progress was the constant theft, from the site.