Islamic green architecture: link between art, environment and modern Islamic civilization

Islamic green architecture: link between art, environment and modern Islamic civilization

Mohammad mahde kateb Qoja Baglo1 Ali Akbar Abdulzadeh2

1) Bachelor of Theology student, Farhangian University, Allameh Tabatabai Campus, Ardabil, Ardabil-Iran.
2) Professor of Farhangian University, Allameh Tabatabai, Ardabil, and Bint El Hadi, Ardabil, Mohaghegh University, Ardabil, and Medical Sciences, Ardabil, Faculty of Nursing

IOI Code : AZEE-AZFDZK
Publication : 5th.International Conference on Dimensions of Innovation in Islamic Arts and Crafts(5ircica.ir)
Abstract :
    By using Islamic principles and combining it with sustainability concepts, Islamic green architecture has a prominent role in the connection between art, environment and modern Islamic civilization. This article examines this connection and shows how Islamic teachings such as thrift, balance between man and nature, and conservation of natural resources can play a role in the development of sustainable architecture. From a long time ago, according to these principles, Islamic architecture has created spaces that not only meet physical needs but also provide spiritual peace. In this study, examples of traditional Islamic architecture such as mosques and gardens are mentioned and the role of arts Islamic works such as tiling, calligraphy and the use of geometry are examined to strengthen this link. Also, the importance of aligning this type of architecture with contemporary environmental needs and global challenges such as climate change and lack of resources is brought up. This article concludes that Islamic green architecture, due to its spiritual and environmental values, can provide a model for the development of modern Islamic civilization and the response to the environmental crises of today s world.

Keywords : islamic green architecture islamic art sustainable design modern islamic civilization