Is There a Muslim Architecture? - Update

The difference between "building" and "architecture"

Some thoughts:

- Muslim architecture is a confused and mishmash affair. So, it just barely fits in the category.

- Architecture is primarily about the carefully organized and planning of space and materials in order to erect a structure.

- Architecture also implies a history and a progression.

• In my opinion, and studies, Muslim buildings are not carefully organized. There are very few blue-prints around for Muslim buildings
• They are not really planned, and appear to rise out of an organic growth – start in the middle and just keep on growing, for example.
• There is no historical antecedent nor progression in Islamic architecture. There is a historical presence, but no real progress or clear antecedent.

I'm working on this thesis, and will provide a more detailed commentary on it some time soon.

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