Accessibility of masjid design in Malaysia

• Main Authors: Ahmad Sarkawi, Azila, Tukiman, Izawati, Abd Samad, Nur Amirah, Abdul Rahim, Asiah
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: IIUM Press, International Islamic University Malaysia 2016
• Subjects: NA2545.A1 Architecture and people with disabilities; Islamic art and architecture
• Online Access: http://irep.iium.edu.my/54124/1/54124_Accessibility%20of%20Masjid%20Design%20In%20Malaysia.pdf; http://irep.iium.edu.my/54124/; http://www.iium.edu.my/kaed/judbe

In Islam, masjid plays pivotal role as a center of gravity. Its functions range from not only a place for performing prayer, but up to social congregation and welfare facilities like sport, rehabilitation center, information center etc. Furthermore, masjid is for all walks of life. It is a collectiv...