Understanding the Mathematics Based Formulation on Dome Tessellation in Architect Sinan’s Mosques Design

Year: 2006 Authors: Zafer Sagdic; Mujdem Vural; Gokce Tuna Taygun

Core claim

Sinan’s mosques use a consistent dome tessellation system—main dome, semi-domes, quarter-domes, pendants, and arches—to extend and support monumental space.

Topics

dome tessellation, Ottoman mosque architecture, interactive history education, structural geometry

Domains

tessellation, geometric shapes, structural geometry, architecture, Islamic design, monumental building

Methods

case study, comparative examples, interactive workshop

Media

plans, cross-sections, mosque images

Source status

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