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          Architecture

          The latest news on architecture

          The Imam Hussein Mosque is a decorated with Kashani, the Iranian decorative art of ceramic mosaic tiles. The National

          Mosques of the UAE: Dubai landmark celebrates sprit of Iran

          Art & DesignJanuary 10, 2025
          The fresco on St Mark’s Basilica depicting the legend of the theft of Saint Mark’s bones. Photo: Tharik Hussain

          Islamic heritage of Venice explored in new book

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          The world’s largest wooden ring structure is being prepared for Expo 2025 Osaka. Credit: Expo 2025 Osaka

          World’s largest wooden ring is ready for Expo 2025 Osaka

          UAEDecember 30, 2024
          Dubai World Trade Centre in the late 1970s or early 1980s. It is an example of the UAE's modernist architecture. Alamy

          Plan to save historic UAE buildings will unlock benefits, experts say

          UAEDecember 18, 2024
          The Dubai International Financial Centre Grand Mosque reframes traditional religious architecture. Chris Whiteoak / The National

          Mosques of the UAE: Modern take on Islamic design in DIFC

          Art & DesignDecember 13, 2024
          A view from inside the Abu Dhabi Cultural Foundation building's covered walkway. The first plaque marking 'modern heritage sites' in Abu Dhabi was installed here in 2024. Christopher Pike / The National

          What will UAE towns and cities look like in 100 years?

          EditorialDecember 13, 2024
          Terminal A at Zayed International, which has been named the world's most beautiful airport. Photo: Etihad Airways

          Abu Dhabi's Zayed International named world’s most beautiful airport

          TravelDecember 04, 2024
          King Faisal Mosque has three levels, ascending in an overhanging order. Two simple minarets stand on the roof, framing a small-sized dome

          Mosques of the UAE: Simplicity inspired this symbol of Sharjah

          Art & DesignNovember 29, 2024
          Ali Mohammed Sadeq Alblushi Masjid, also known as the Blue Mosque, is located along the E11 in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National

          Mosques of the UAE: Story behind Blue Mosque's unique stepped design

          Art & DesignNovember 15, 2024
          Jumeirah Mosque takes inspiration from two Islamic architectural styles – Fatimid and Egyptian Mamluk. Chris Whiteoak / The National

          Mosques of the UAE: Jumeirah landmark is beautiful inside and out

          Art & DesignNovember 01, 2024
          The 99 names of God are written in an elaborate Arabic script and protrude from the surface of the mosque. The National

          Mosques of the UAE: Al Aziz's futuristic design is even better by night

          Art & DesignOctober 18, 2024
          Al Noor Mosque has 34 domes, with the largest central one weighing approximately 100 tonnes. Chris Whiteoak / The National

          Mosques of the UAE: Sharjah's Al Noor inspired by Ottoman grandeur

          Art & DesignOctober 04, 2024
          An Absent Mudhif draws from the architectural heritage of the Ahwaris, who inhabit the marshes in south Iraq as well as the Hawizeh marshlands along the country’s border with Iran. Photo: Dubai Design Week

          How coral stones, reefs and mycelium inspired Dubai Design Week projects

          Art & DesignOctober 03, 2024
          Stepping away from traditional mosque designs, Al Warqa’a has no fence and is lined with palm trees. Photo: Waiwai design

          Mosques of the UAE: Al Warqa’a blends tradition with modern design

          Art & DesignSeptember 20, 2024
          Al Bidya Mosque does not contain wood, meaning carbon dating cannot be used to identify its age. Leslie Pableo for The National

          Mosques of the UAE: Al Bidya welcomes worshippers for 600 years

          Art & DesignSeptember 06, 2024
          Construction of Guggenheim Abu Dhabi on Saadiyat Island is at an advanced stage. Victor Besa / The National

          Guggenheim Abu Dhabi rising to form in Saadiyat Cultural District

          CultureSeptember 02, 2024