6.Architecture of Haya: Modesty

6.Architecture of Haya: Modesty

The 7 Principles of Islamic Architecture:

1. Architecture as Tawhid: Unity & Uniquity of Allah

2. Architecture of Ihtiram: Respect

3. Architecture with Ikhlas: Sincerity

4. Architecture as Pursuit of ‘Ilm: Knowledge

5. Architecture for Iqtisad: Balance

6. Architecture of Haya’: Modesty

7. Architecture as Dikr: Remembrance

6.Architecture of Haya: Modesty

A Muslims preserves his / her dignity by having a sense of humility. From an architectural perspective, this is best shown by shielding activities happening within from public view. this refers to spaces that offer a sense of privacy whether through screening or separation of spaces, this may also be linked to climatic control where screens are used for shading from sun hence a sense of coverage. 

Preservation of dignity: screen, sanctuary, privacy eg. Veil/Hijab of Muslim women-articulation of Islamic life and space Adoption of veil to as acceptance of Muslim woman of what she can control in front of strangers;humbling herself & God Manifestation her belief to Allah Veil as sanctuary/sacred space freely express herself eg.Wall of Mosque Salamlek & Haramlek woman quarters at home. Veil as guard, covering, screen to gain respect, privacy & identity.

Female prayer must show modesty by wearing tudung.