THE MOSQUE
ARCHITECTURE
4TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON MOSQUE ARCHITECTUR
ISTANBUL, 4-6 NOVEMBER 2025
The Mosque
Architecture
4th International Conference on Mosque Architecture
Istanbul, 4-6 November 2025
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The 4th International Conference
on Mosque Architecture – Istanbul (2025)
The 4th International Conference on Mosque
Architecture – Istanbul (2025)
The 4th International Conference on Mosque Architecture will be held from November 4th to 6th, 2025, in Istanbul. It is organized in partnership between the Abdullatif Al Fozan Award for Mosque Architecture and Istanbul Technical University.
Conference Venue :
Taşkışla
Designed by English architect William James Smith, Taşkışla was built to provide the Medical School with modern equipment in a brand-new masonry building.
It served as a military hospital for French soldiers during the Crimean War (1853-56) and underwent renovation during the reign of Sultan Abdülaziz.
Damaged by a powerful earthquake in 1894, the building was restored by eminent architects Raimondo D’Aronco and Alexander Vallaury. In 1944, it was allocated to Istanbul Technical University.
Renovation and adaptive re-use projects by Professor Paul Bonatz and Professor Emin Onat transformed it into housing for the faculties of Architecture and Civil Engineering as well as the Rectorate.
Conference main theme :
Rethinking Mosque Architecture
in the Contemporary World:
Paradigm Shifts, New Issues and Trends.
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ICMA Different Topics
Evolution
of Mosque Architecture through the Ages
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History of mosque forms -
Mosque architecture and cultural landscape -
Local culture and principles of mosque design -
Reconsidering mosque design elements -
Rethinking Islamic principles and thought on built environment for mosque architecture -
Meanings, symbols, forms, functional aspects, relations with people and the city, changing perceptions -
Reassessment of mosque architectural elements -
Open spaces and landscape design in mosque architecture
The Mosque
Architecture of the Future:
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Digital incorporation in mosque -
The potential of current digital tools and approaches for mosque architecture -
Availability of the latest technologies for the reconstruction/exploration of destroyed, altered and looted mosques -
The impact of a data-centered perspective and technology/ICT-driven approaches on users/ worshipers’ experiences -
Mosques in new human settlements
Design
Morphology & Composition:
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Revisiting identity, form, symbolic values and objects of mosque in the contemporary world -
Property ownership structure of mosques -
Conversion of different types of buildings into mosques -
Functional aspects of mosque architecture -
Architectural design standards for prayer facilities -
Design criteria for mosques and Islamic centers
Mosque
Urbanism & Mosque Communities:
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The usage, perception and expectation of users towards mosque experience -
Inclusive practices in mosque architecture (women, children, youth, disabled, elderly-friendly mosques) -
The relationship of mosques with the city -
Rethinking mosque in the contemporary urban context -
Communal mosque in Muslim and non-Muslim countries -
Designing mosque as community development centers -
Kulliyyah design (other urban functions developed around and in relation to the mosque) -
Connections between different mosques -
Mosque site selection criteria -
The potentials/affordances of mosques during disasters, post-disaster recovery and catastrophic events
Building
Technology & Structure :
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Preservation, intervention and revitalization of the mosque (cultural heritage) -
Practical experiences and innovative/environmental solutions in design and construction of mosques -
Energy consumption in mosques -
Mosque management and maintenance -
Mosque development financing -
Responsive design solutions towards a sustainable mosque architecture -
Vernacular design solutions in mosque architecture -
Safety and health risk assessment in mosques -
Mosque furniture and furnishings -
Incorporating new technologies in mosques
Evolution
of Mosque Architecture through the Ages
-
History of mosque forms -
Mosque architecture and cultural landscape -
Local culture and principles of mosque design -
Reconsidering mosque design elements -
Rethinking Islamic principles and thought on built environment for mosque architecture -
Meanings, symbols, forms, functional aspects, relations with people and the city, changing perceptions -
Reassessment of mosque architectural elements -
Open spaces and landscape design in mosque architecture
The Mosque
Architecture of the Future:
-
Digital incorporation in mosque -
The potential of current digital tools and approaches for mosque architecture -
Availability of the latest technologies for the reconstruction/exploration of destroyed, altered and looted mosques -
The impact of a data-centered perspective and technology/ICT-driven approaches on users/ worshipers’ experiences -
Mosques in new human settlements
Design
Morphology & Composition:
-
Revisiting identity, form, symbolic values and objects of mosque in the contemporary world -
Property ownership structure of mosques -
Conversion of different types of buildings into mosques -
Functional aspects of mosque architecture -
Architectural design standards for prayer facilities -
Design criteria for mosques and Islamic centers
Mosque
Urbanism & Mosque Communities:
-
The usage, perception and expectation of users towards mosque experience -
Inclusive practices in mosque architecture (women, children, youth, disabled, elderly-friendly mosques) -
The relationship of mosques with the city -
Rethinking mosque in the contemporary urban context -
Communal mosque in Muslim and non-Muslim countries -
Designing mosque as community development centers -
Kulliyyah design (other urban functions developed around and in relation to the mosque) -
Connections between different mosques -
Mosque site selection criteria -
The potentials/affordances of mosques during disasters, post-disaster recovery and catastrophic events
Building
Technology & Structure :
-
Preservation, intervention and revitalization of the mosque (cultural heritage) -
Practical experiences and innovative/environmental solutions in design and construction of mosques -
Energy consumption in mosques -
Mosque management and maintenance -
Mosque development financing -
Responsive design solutions towards a sustainable mosque architecture -
Vernacular design solutions in mosque architecture -
Safety and health risk assessment in mosques -
Mosque furniture and furnishings -
Incorporating new technologies in mosques
Submission Guidelines
This conference, managed by the Abdullatif Alfozan Award for Mosque Architecture, usually addresses various architectural topics on mosques.This conference, managed by the Abdullatif Alfozan Award for Mosque Architecture, usually addresses various architectural topics on mosques.
Guidelines
for Abstract Submissions
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The title should not exceed 12 words and should briefly describe the work to be discussed in your paper, providing a concise summary of the findings. -
Abstracts should not include diagrams or references. -
Abstracts should not include diagrams or references. -
Abstracts should be in MS Word (Times New Roman), font size 14, with a limit of 300-350 words.
Guidelines
for Full Papers Submissions
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Final papers should be submitted in Harvard Style. -
Final papers should be submitted in MS Word (DOC), Times New Roman, size 14 -
Final papers should not exceed 7500 words and should be proofread. -
Final papers should not exceed 7500 words and should be proofread. -
Selected abstracts will be required to submit a full paper after the notification of abstract acceptance. Please prepare your final paper according to the conference format. -
All selected papers will be published in the conference proceedings of ICMA 2025 in both hardcopy and softcopy versions, which will be part of both Istanbul Technical University and the Abdullatif Al Fozan Award for Mosque Architecture (AFAMA) publications.
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
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Keynote Speakers
Submission of Papers
Timing Schedule:
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Submission of abstracts
- Sunday, August 31, 2024
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Responding to approved abstracts
- Thursday, October 31, 2024
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Submission of full papers
- Monday, June 30, 2025
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Responding on approved papers or amendments of full papers (if any):
- Sunday, August 24, 2025
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Submission of final papers after amendment :
- Sunday, September 14, 2025
Conference
Program:
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4th International Conference on Mosque Architecture Istanbul, Türkiye | November 4–6, 2025
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
| 09:00–10:00 | Registration |
| 10:00–11:00 | Official Opening Ceremony |
| 11:00–11:30 | Break |
| 11:30–13:00 | Keynote Speeches |
| 13:00–14:00 | Prayer & Lunch |
| 14:00–15:30 | Parallel Scientific Sessions 1-1 (A & B) |
| 15:30–17:00 | Parallel Scientific Sessions 1-2 (A & B) |
| 09:00–10:00 | Registration |
| 10:00–11:00 | Official Opening Ceremony |
| 11:00–11:30 | Break |
| 11:30–13:00 | Keynote Speeches |
| 13:00–14:00 | Prayer & Lunch |
| 14:00–15:30 | Parallel Scientific Sessions 1-1 (A & B) |
| 15:30–17:00 | Parallel Scientific Sessions 1-2 (A & B) |
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
| 09:00–10:30 | Parallel Scientific Sessions 2-1 (A & B) |
| 10:30–12:00 | Workshop: AFAMA – Shortlisted Mosques |
| 12:00–13:30 | Parallel Scientific Sessions 2-2 (A & B) |
| 13:30–14:30 | Prayer & Lunch |
| 14:30–16:00 | Workshop: Mosque Architecture in Türkiye |
| 16:00–17:30 | Parallel Scientific Sessions 2-3 (A & B) |
| 09:00–10:30 | Parallel Scientific Sessions 2-1 (A & B) |
| 10:30–12:00 | Workshop: AFAMA – Shortlisted Mosques |
| 12:00–13:30 | Parallel Scientific Sessions 2-2 (A & B) |
| 13:30–14:30 | Prayer & Lunch |
| 14:30–16:00 | Workshop: Mosque Architecture in Türkiye |
| 16:00–17:30 | Parallel Scientific Sessions 2-3 (A & B) |
Thursday, November 6, 2025
| 09:00–10:30 | Parallel Scientific Sessions 3-1 (A & B) |
| 10:30–12:00 | Workshop: Contemporary Mosque Architecture – International Practices |
| 12:00–13:30 | Parallel Scientific Sessions 3-2 (A & B) |
| 13:30–14:30 | Prayer & Lunch |
| 14:30–16:00 | Workshop (continued) |
| 16:00–17:00 | Final Session |
| 09:00–10:30 | Parallel Scientific Sessions 3-1 (A & B) |
| 10:30–12:00 | Workshop: Contemporary Mosque Architecture – International Practices |
| 12:00–13:30 | Parallel Scientific Sessions 3-2 (A & B) |
| 13:30–14:30 | Prayer & Lunch |
| 14:30–16:00 | Workshop (continued) |
| 16:00–17:00 | Final Session |
INFORMATION
Transportation
Turkish Airlines is the official airline partner for the 4th International Conference on Mosque Architecture (ICMA-4).
ICMA participants can enjoy discounted airfare using the code: 003TKH25
How to use it:
1. Go to the Turkish Airlines Booking Page
2. Enter your travel details
3. Click “Promotion code”
4. Enter: 003TKH25
Accommodation
Conference Venue
Conference Venue
Taşkışla, Istanbul Technical University
Located in the heart of Istanbul, near Taksim Square and easily accessible from the city center
Recommended Hotels:
Grand Hyatt Istanbul
4 min walk – 300 m
Discount Code: G-ALFZ
Nippon Hotel
10 min walk – 750 m
Discount Code: ALFOZAN
Konak Hotel Taksim
Short walking distance
Discount Code: ALFOZAN
InterContinental Istanbul
