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This project involves construction of a mosque located at Al Dana North in Abu Dhabi. The project’s scope of work consists of a mosque located facing the marina in Al Raha beach development. The mosques plot is located on a public seaside promenade facing the marina, allowing for a context-inspired design that maintains harmony with the immediate surroundings. The formal language of the mosque derives from a contemporary interpretation of traditional Islamic architecture.

The project is meant to serve as a public space as well as a religious space, with the plaza inspired by a traditional Sahn or courtyard serving as a connection,  allowing for the mosque to become part of its context. The leaning dome, inspired by the shifting sand dunes of the desert, plays a pivotal role in defining the mosque as an urban lantern at night. During the day, the high oculus brings daylight into the space, forming a spiritual connection with the earthy interior and the heavenly skies.

It offers a well-articulated, spatially unique prayer hall for females and is considered as a main component of the design, rather than an annex or extension. The proposal draws attention to gender equality from a practical point of view. In fact, this is vividly
reflected in the form and mass articulation of the mosque. The project was also designed with an emphasis on energy saving. Elements like oculi, wall perforations, and natural
light filtration are some of the building’s sustainability measures.

Mosque Data

Architect

X-Architects

Type

Central

Country

United Arab Emirates

Owner/Founder

Aldar Properties

Year

Area

2,200m2

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