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Essay / Ottoman Architecture - 1013
There are few things that really last. Legends, arts, beliefs and architecture are among the few that really last. Architecture can be defined as a practice of construction and design of a construction project. However, Islamic architecture features a distinct range of religious and secular styles that have been influenced by Islamic culture. Moreover, the structure of Islamic architecture used in mosques, tombs, palaces and fountains is inevitable in sight. The relationship between early Islamic architecture and modern building foundations provides insightful insight into the entirety of Islamic culture in Iran, Tunisia, India and Turkey. However, Turkey was a very desirable region and preserved the stunning site of the Ottoman Empire's structural design. Türkiye's incredible mosques originally emerged from the marvels of Islamic art, such as the Suleimaniye Mosque. The sense of magnificent decoration and quotations from the Quran on the interior walls of the mosque is typically Islamic. The marvelous Ottoman architectural design continues to flourish today with a combination of luxury and modern art. One of the best examples of modern living is the Zabeel Saray Hotel in Dubai, which presents a perfect harmony between ancient Ottoman architecture and a modern luxury hotel. As the Ottoman Empire emerged, it brought its own distinctive touch to the culture of literature, art, music and especially architecture. Ottoman architecture is considered a mixture of Mamluk Islamic traditions, Byzantine architecture and Iranian architecture. Construction techniques at that time were very advanced, architects were able to balance interior and exterior spaces in a...... middle of paper ...... and polyurethane (a substance made from sea salt foam) (Jumeirah organization, 2001). At the entrance of the hotel, a “Tughra”, a symbol of Ottoman power, was used as part of an exterior design. In addition, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray is a multifunctional hotel consisting of 10 restaurants, bars, 12 shops, conference rooms, the Mehteran Theater and the Talise Ottoman Spa which includes a relaxation area and a Turkish hammam (Jumeirah organization, 2011). As Mahgoub (2009) mentioned, “air-conditioned and glass-covered buildings are considered symbols of modernity and civilization.” Modern buildings have advanced security measures that did not exist during the Ottoman Empire. Such as fire escapes, fire extinguishers and emergency exits. As a result, modern and old traditional architecture is combined to satisfy the demand of new and old generations..