1st Track : Evolution of Mosque Architecture through the Ages
Role/Contribution
Author
Research paper Title
Replacing the external dome of a mosque with a concave false ceiling.
Personal Biography
Dr. Murad Kalaldeh graduated from Bauhaus University in Weimar, Germany in 1987. He completed his doctoral studies at Graz Technical University, earning the DSc Tech in 2002. He is an accomplished engineer and project manager with experience leading projects for large international clients. Dr. Kalaldeh is also a skilled presenter and keynote speaker on housing and urban development, as well as a distinguished lecturer and author of several books. His practical expertise includes architectural and urban design, construction, project management, and urban planning. Furthermore, he has taught architectural design and urban planning as a lecturer at several Jordanian universities. Dr. Kalaldeh holds the highest professional "Consultant" rank in Urban Design from the Jordanian Engineers Association and has authored or co-authored 11 published books.
In addition, Dr. Kalaldeh has practical experience in designing and supervising the execution of the false ceiling of Al-Mansour Mosque in Amman, Jordan. Given that the mosque lacks a structural dome, he proposed creating an artificial internal main dome and sub-domes to compensate for this architectural feature.
Paper Abstract
Title: Balancing Aesthetics and Functionality: Integrating Solar Panels and Dome Design in Al-Mansour Mosque, Amman
Traditionally, mosques are distinguished by their iconic domes. However, the growing need for roof space in modern mosque design has led to practical competition with solar panels, vital for energy provision. At the Al-Mansour Mosque in Shafa Badran, Amman, Jordan, the design prioritized solar panels on the roof, which, unfortunately, affected the aesthetic appeal of the mosque’s interior ceiling.
The mosque's supervisory committee, responsible for overseeing its construction and operational aspects, enlisted the author's expertise in interior design. To address functional and aesthetic concerns, the author proposed the addition of primary and secondary internal domes and collaborated with HVAC engineers to redesign the false ceiling, ensuring a comfortable and climate-controlled environment for the congregation.
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