Rooted Transience Announcements

The Concept of Musallas

Musallas are temporary, portable prayer spaces that can be set up anywhere, from a makeshift tent to a prefabricated structure. They are designed to provide a sense of community and spirituality in areas where traditional mosques or prayer spaces are not available. • Musallas can be used in a variety of settings, including refugee camps, disaster zones, and areas with limited infrastructure.

The Concept Behind the Prize

The 2025 AlMusalla Prize is an initiative that aims to promote sustainable design and reduce waste in the construction industry. The prize recognizes innovative and environmentally friendly designs that utilize waste materials in creative ways. • The prize focuses on the use of waste materials in construction, such as plastic waste, wood waste, and other non-traditional materials. • The prize encourages designers to think outside the box and explore new and innovative ways to use waste materials in their designs.

The Concept of Musalla Spaces

Musalla spaces are temporary or semi-permanent structures designed for prayer and contemplation. These spaces are often used in Islamic cultural contexts, particularly in mosques and other places of worship. The concept of musalla spaces is rooted in Islamic tradition, where prayer and contemplation are considered essential aspects of a Muslim’s spiritual practice.

A simple and unadorned design

A focus on functionality and simplicity

The use of natural materials and textures

A sense of calm and serenity

The AlMusalla Prize

The AlMusalla Prize is an international architecture competition that celebrates innovative architectural practices while honoring Islamic cultural traditions.