The Majesty of Islamic Art and Architecture (eBOOK)

About the Book

The book systematically delves into the complex intersection of Islam with art and architecture, unraveling the profound philosophical and aesthetic foundations that serve as the bedrock for Islamic artistic expressions. Commencing with comparative analyses of geometric patterns in traditional and contemporary Indo-Islamic architecture, it unveils the enduring significance of these patterns in India's architectural legacy. Moving through the pages, the narrative unfolds the intricacies of the Mughal era, thoroughly examining the role of geometric ornamentation in Mughal buildings and its transformative impact on the grandeur of Mughal architecture. Additionally, the discourse navigates the spiritual and metaphysical dimensions inherent in Islamic gardens, dissecting their elements through Quranic references and elucidating their sacred connections.

About the Editors

Dr. Sharmin Khan is a Professor of Architecture at the Department of Architecture, Zakir Hussain College of Engineering and Technology, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India.

Dr. Kheir Al-Kodmany is a Professor of Urban Planning at the University of Illinois at Chicago, specializing in vertical urbanism, sustainable design, GIS, visualization systems, public participation, crowd management, and skyscrapers.

Dr. Mohd Khalid Hassan is a Professor in the Department of Architecture at Zakir Hussain College of Engineering and Technology, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India.

Dr. Mohammad Farhan Fazli is a Professor of Architecture at Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India. His area of specialization is architectural conservation.