Exploring the Unique Blend of Tradition and Modernity at DIFC Grand Mosque

The striking DIFC Grand Mosque completes the sequence of buildings on Gate Avenue’s promenade. The mosque is built in simple form and is enveloped by a screen with graduated perforations, enabling light to flow into the interior space. The inspiration for the design comes from Islamic Architecture, which has been reinterpreted to fit into a modern context. The design incorporates traditional elements of a mosque, such as Mashrabiya, while incorporating contemporary elements