Essence of Faith مسجد by Ahmed Habib is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award برنجی انعام in آرکیٹیکچر، بلڈنگ ءِ اسٹرکچر ڈیزائن Competition Category.

برنجآرکیٹیکچر· 2025

Essence of Faith مسجد

by Ahmed Habib

Client: Mi-Nus

A' Design Award برنجی انعام Winner in آرکیٹیکچر Category

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The Design

About Essence of Faith مسجد

ایمان کئے جوهر یک مسجد ئے که سعودی عربستان ءِ طائف ءِ صحرایی محیط ءِ واسطا ء طراحی بوتگ. ایں طراحی کمینه فرمانی گدانءَ سنتی اسلامی عنصرانی گوں یک‌جاه کورتگ. صاف خطوط و کشاده جاگه یک آرام فضا ءِ جوڑ کننت، و پنجره‌ئان ایسا جاگه کورتگ ببنت که طبیعی روشنی بنی حیاط ءَ راه بیت. اصلی نمازی هال نمازگزارانی قبله ءِ سمت ءَ رهنمایی کنت، گوں جدا دروازگ و نمازگاهانی مرد و زالانی واسطا. وضوگاه، منار، امام ءِ اپارتمان و یک دیوانیه دینی و اجتماعی کاراں ءِ واسطا کومک کننت. اصلی سازه بتون و آجر ءَ ساختگ بوتگ، گوں گچ، دار، شیشگ و سنگی فینیشیانی.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award برنجی انعام

Essence of Faith مسجد A' Design Award برنجی انعام ءِ ورگ آ انت، باز معزز اعتراف کہ تخلیقی صلاحیت، اختراع ءُ ذہانت گوں ممتاز بہترین ڈیزائناں دیگ بیت۔ برنج ءِ ورگ آ بھرپور مہارت ءِ ءُ نمایاں ڈولا تخلیقی شاہکار انت، کہ وتی ڈیزائنراں ءِ وسیع تجربہ، تخیل ءُ ہوشیاری ءِ تصدیق کننت۔ Essence of Faith مسجد چہ امید کنگ بیت کہ آ یک باز قدر کنگ بوتگیں، ساراہگ بوتگیں ءُ پیارکنگ بوتگیں چیز بیت، قابل ذکر حد ءَ پیشہ ورانہ ءُ جدت ءِ۔ ای ڈیزائن کہ A' Design Award برنجی انعام ءَ برتگ، فن، سائنس، ڈیزائن ءُ ٹیکنالوجی ءِ بہترین طریقہ شامل کنت ءُ ہورد تفصیلاں ءَ توجہ دیگ ءِ سببا شاندار انت۔ Essence of Faith مسجد ضرورتاں جوانیں ڈولا پورا کنت، خواہشاں ءَ ہنچیت، جذباں ءَ موہنت ءُ تجسس کشنت۔

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The Essence of Faith Mosque design emphasizes simplicity, functionality, and spiritual focus. The architecture features clean lines and open spaces, fostering a sense of tranquility. The main prayer hall, often adorned with minimal decor, directs worshippers towards the qibla. Natural light floods the space through strategically placed windows, enhancing the serene atmosphere. The use of sustainable materials promotes harmony with the environment, while the overall layout encourages community interaction and reflection, embodying the essence of Islamic values.
Dimensions & Packaging: Plot Area 2250 sqm, Court Area 350 sqm, Built Up Area 885 sqm, Building Height Regulation from Street Level 12 m, Set Backs Regulations 4 m from street side & 2 m from neighbors.
Tags: Architecture, Masjid, Mosque, Design, social, Modern, Landscape, Religion, Saudi
Production Technology: Main Structure: Concrete & Bricks, Main Architectural Finishes: Vintage Stucco, Natural Rustic Wood, Double Glazed Glass, Natural Stone Flooring
Design Challenge: The biggest challenge was balancing traditional Islamic elements with modern minimalism while ensuring functionality and harmony with the environment. Using local, sustainable materials that maintained structural integrity was critical. Managing natural light and acoustics required careful planning to enhance the spiritual experience. Navigating local regulations and budget constraints also shaped the design, ensuring practicality while preserving cultural authenticity.
Research: TYPE, OBJECTIVES & METHODOLOGY 1.Data Collection research, Client needs analysis-Client meetings 2.Cultural research, Project Zoning & Privacy needs, Social Questionnaire 3. Arch. Design Direction research, General mood board, Massing & Materials, Web based research 4. Arch. Technical research, Identify Construction methodology, Subject Matter Experts & Web based Research 5. Environmental research, Natural Ventilation & Sun light, Web based research 6. Landscape research, Hardscape & Softscape design direction-Web based Research.
Inspiration: Inspired by the peaceful beauty of the desert landscape, this minimal multifunctional mosque design harmonizes with its surroundings. The structure features flowing lines & open spaces, inviting natural light to create a warm, peaceful atmosphere. Eco-friendly materials echo the earth tones of the region, while traditional motifs blend seamlessly with modern aesthetics. The design encourages communal gatherings and reflection, embodying a timeless connection between faith, nature & community.
Project Duration: The architecture design process started in Feb 2022 and finished in April 2022, Currently, 8 out of the 25 planned plots in Taif, Saudi Arabia are under construction.
Operation Flow: The mosque is designed for a seamless and intuitive experience, with separate entrances for men and women to ensure privacy and ease of access. The main prayer hall serves as the spiritual core, with distinct prayer areas for men and women. Ablution areas are conveniently placed for preparation. The minaret stands as a spiritual landmark, while the imam’s apartment, diwaniya, and security areas support both religious and community functions, ensuring a harmonious worship environment.