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Analysis of Simplicity and Minimalism Elements in Traditional and Contemporary Iraqi Architecture

Jahangir Qavami

Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology  ·  Area of research: Architecture and Environmental Design

Abstract

Architecture in Iraq has a long and rich history that reflects the cultural, religious, and social evolution of its people. Traditional Iraqi architecture in cities like Baghdad, Mosul, and Basra has been influenced by Islamic, Mesopotamian, and Ottoman design principles (Al-Thahab, 2021). The traditional buildings reflect a harmony with nature, cultural symbolism, and practicality.

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Jahangir Qavami "Analysis of Simplicity and Minimalism Elements in Traditional and Contemporary Iraqi Architecture" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 8 Issue 12 2025 Page 832-836
Jahangir Qavami "Analysis of Simplicity and Minimalism Elements in Traditional and Contemporary Iraqi Architecture" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, vol. 8, no. 12, Jun. 2025
Jahangir Qavami (2025). Analysis of Simplicity and Minimalism Elements in Traditional and Contemporary Iraqi Architecture. Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 8(12).
Jahangir Qavami "Analysis of Simplicity and Minimalism Elements in Traditional and Contemporary Iraqi Architecture" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, vol. 8, no. 12, Jun. 2025.
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