Architecture and Privacy in Islam: An Analytical Review

ALJAWDER, HANA; El-Wakeel, Hala A.

doi:10.2495/iha220101

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“…Distinct areas were designated for male and female inhabitants and guests. The 'Diwan-Khana' was the section reserved for male visitors [26], while the 'Haram' referred to the female space, accommodating women of the household, servants, and female guests.…”

Section: Cultural Identitymentioning

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Employing traditional heritage elements in shaping contemporary architecture

Baraa A. Ibraheem,

Maitham H. Al-Saffar,

Samra S.Ali

et al. 2024

JFES

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The architecture of Baghdad suffers from a lot of problems, ranging from the application of materials and form to the expression in contemporary buildings that not only change the traditional architectural identity but also the performance of the buildings that meet the needs of the local population. This unfortunately increases the damage related to cultural values and environmental sustainability regardless of adaptable solutions that can improve the energy efficiency of building performance. The traditional elements of architecture in the city of Baghdad represent a source of inspiration for contemporary architecture and are exploited to enhance its identity and spatial affiliation. The process of exploiting these elements takes place on several levels, including those that achieve environmental, symbolic, or formal aspects. Hence, the research problem crystallizes in the lack of clarity on the levels of benefiting from the elements of traditional local architecture in enhancing the identity of contemporary architecture and its spatial affiliation. The research aims to shed light on how to analyze the components of the performance and value of traditional architecture in the city of Baghdad, which is rich in cultural heritage and which can be translated into contemporary architecture that creates continuity in traditional cultural identity. The study uses the theoretical descriptive approach through which data is collected on the vocabulary of local traditional architecture of the city of Baghdad and its roles at the environmental, formal, and aesthetic levels to arrive at a main vocabulary for the theoretical framework, which is represented in four basic vocabulary represented in the aspects of form formation, dependence on the environment, and the interface. , aesthetic aspect, and cultural value. These vocabulary were applied to two recently elected projects in the city of Baghdad, through which the four indicators and the role of each of them in enhancing the identity of contemporary architecture and its spatial affiliation were analyzed.

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Section: Cultural Identitymentioning

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“…In Islamic architecture, the design of both the residential unit and its surroundings were deeply influenced by Islamic cultural values. The Qur'an and Sunnah provided guidance on Muslim living standards, including housing and residential arrangements [26].…”

Section: Cultural Identitymentioning

confidence: 99%

Employing traditional heritage elements in shaping contemporary architecture

Baraa A. Ibraheem,

Maitham H. Al-Saffar,

Samra S.Ali

et al. 2024

JFES

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“…Privacy in Islam recognizes the right of every citizen of its state and that there should be no undue interference or encroachment on the privacy of his life. According to Aljawder and El-Wakeel (2022), the amount of privacy given in a specific context or situation is defined as the desired privacy. In contrast, the amount of privacy dictated in that particular context or condition is defined as the achieved privacy.…”

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“…It is only when the achieved privacy is at the same level as the desired privacy is when the users reach the optimum level of privacy. Similarly, Aljawder and El-Wakeel (2022) stated that privacy is a social construct that possesses the influence of culture, religion, and lifestyle variables. Al-Thahab et al (2014) suggested the definition of privacy as a mechanism to develop and maintain a shared relationship amongst individuals and within a community, small or large.…”

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“…Al-Thahab et al (2014) suggested the definition of privacy as a mechanism to develop and maintain a shared relationship amongst individuals and within a community, small or large. Privacy is a series of choices that give an individual a sense of security (Al-Thahab et al, 2014;Aljawder and El-Wakeel, 2022). Implementing privacy regulations can improve space planning and design to facilitate communal socialisation.…”

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Principle of Privacy in Islamic Architectural Design Context: A Systematic Literature Review

Dini,

Salih,

Ismail

et al. 2023

IJARBSS

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Privacy has a significant role in formulating the elements of traditional Islamic architecture due to its critical importance in Islamic law. However, the birth of modern and contemporary architecture brought by modern trends and rapid urbanization created a diminishing sense of privacy and comfort to the building users. Besides, there is a lack of understanding and body of knowledge about privacy from an architectural perspective. Therefore, the present study aims to investigate the traditional design elements that promote privacy and provide a conceptual definition of privacy from an Islamic architectural perspective. The methodology used is a systematic literature review of English language literature published in two electronic databases (Scopus and ScienceDirect), using MeSH terms, keywords, and inclusion and exclusion criteria. The results of this study confirm that the principle of privacy plays a critical role in architectural design consideration, especially in residential areas. The conceptual definitions classify privacy as either a sociophysical aspect (physical, social, and psychological) or a sensory aspect (visual, acoustic and olfactory). Importantly, the key design elements for promoting privacy are the central courtyard, exterior facade, Mashrabiya, floor plans and spatial arrangement, subtle design approaches, transitional design elements, and neighbourhood urban configuration. The findings contribute to a guideline for urban planners and architects to understand better the privacy concept and its design elements to enhance the functional architecture in an Islamic context that respects the user's privacy and comfort.

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Privacy Principles in Malay House Design: Integrating Visual and Acoustic Privacy in Selatpanjang Residences

Samra,

Aulia,

Lindarto

et al. 2024

E3S Web Conf.

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The House of Malay Selatpanjang (RMS) in Riau, Indonesia, integrates traditional Malay architectural design and Islamic environmental principles into the privacy of the built environment. This research aims to understand the visual and acoustic privacy of RMS compared to the principles enlisted in the book “Traditional Islamic Principles of Built Environment.” It involves detailed observations, spatial measurements, and in-depth interviews of the occupants about how privacy is maintained in their daily activities and what it means. The findings show that RMS successfully incorporates the guidelines given by Islamic privacy through the strategic placement of doors, windows, and partitions. While visual privacy is assured through window and door design that is restricted from allowing views or approaches from without, acoustic privacy is achieved using physical dividers and cultural norms that require talking at low volume while within the house. These measures translate to distinctive public, semipublic, and private zones within the home, thus affording proper interaction while respecting personal space. This study is beneficial as it provides critical insight into how Islamic architectural principles could be translated into the practical set-up of modern residential design. The study gives valuable recommendations for architects and designers who want to make culturally and religiously sensitive housing solutions by showing how traditional values can be retained and brought into contemporary living environments. Implications go beyond the local context, pointing out a model of sustainable and respectful residential design that honors cultural heritage and modern needs.

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Architecture and Privacy in Islam: An Analytical Review

Cited by 3 publications

References 18 publications

Employing traditional heritage elements in shaping contemporary architecture

Employing traditional heritage elements in shaping contemporary architecture

Principle of Privacy in Islamic Architectural Design Context: A Systematic Literature Review

Privacy Principles in Malay House Design: Integrating Visual and Acoustic Privacy in Selatpanjang Residences

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