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CREEK MOSQUE, RAW-NYC ARCHITECTS | International Design Awards Winners

CREEK MOSQUE

CompanyRAW-NYC ARCHITECTS

Lead DesignersRAYA ANI

Design TeamDesign Director:RAYA ANI, Design Team: HAYA ALAYASSEH, SHINU K P, VINTA WAGH

Project LocationDUBAI, UAE

ClientEmaar

Prize(s)Gold in Architecture Categories / Urban Design

Entry Description

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The main element of this Iconic Mosque is the shell with its stalactite shaped geometry referencing Muquarnas (a form of ornamented vaulting in Islamic architecture). The Muquarnas’ openings are parametrically designed to generate openings in the shell to allow light in while minimizing the effect of harsh sunlight to achieve thermal comfort. The water on the west side defines and reflects the presence of the Qibla wall to the outside. 3d printed brick is considered for the main architectural elements of the mosque.