Ground Zero Mosque

After the World Trade Center in New York City was destroyed in 2001 or what people called 9/11 event, which it was believed has been done by islam people; the new islam mosque that is planned to be built few blocks away from the tragic site angered up many Newyorkers and relative of victims. There were many complains, arguments, and protests against this plan by which they said it was disrespectful and rude to have islam mosque around there. Also this wouldn't have been an issue if the new mosque did not look modern and beautifully designed with barely sense of islam at all. Because of its design, some people said islam tried to mock with Newyorkers, mainly the victims.

This new mosque has a very modern design with the use of facade and high-rise shape building which can rarely seen in islamic mosque history. However within the limited space in the middle of New York City, in order to provide enough space for any ceremonials or events preparing to many islamics, high-rise shape building seems to be a good solution of it. Also according to the site and its surroundings, surrounded by series of building blocks, the design of the mosque fit well with the location creating better flow of vision and suitability comparing to common islam mosque.

location where the mosque was planned to build

Moreover, the design symbolizes and welcomes the new and modern period of architecture. The facade or Jolique, itself, plays an important role on the design which it is the main structure that represents the modern era. The Jolique is also well designed as it helps reducing energy use within the building due to natural light portraying as well as ventilation inside the space.