An Analytical Comparative Study of Contemporary Minaret Architectural Design in Jordan

Abstract

Mosque architecture in Jordan has witnessed remarkable development in recent years. Minaret, as an important element in the mosque's design, still has the designers' attention, despite losing its traditional primary function as a place to call for prayer to the surrounding neighborhoods. This research is based on the analysis of twelve selected case studies of mosques designed by Jordanian architects to understand the common architectural trends for minaret design in contemporary mosques by focusing on the analysis of the forms, functions, elements, and characteristics of contemporary minarets. Finally, this paper's results aimed to clarify the features of the transformation of the architectural design of contemporary minarets in Jordan in order to provide a helpful reference for architects, designers, and mosque patrons.