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The.ismaili > Gallery: Architecture of the Ismaili Centre, Vancouver
  • The opalescent cast-glass windows in the Prayer Hall are decorated with stained geometric patterns.

    The opalescent cast-glass windows in the Prayer Hall are decorated with stained geometric patterns.

    The opalescent cast-glass windows in the Prayer Hall are decorated with stained geometric patterns.

  • Calligraphy and patterns define the interior of the Centre.

    Calligraphy and patterns define the interior of the Centre.

    Calligraphy and patterns define the interior of the Centre.

  • Geometric patterns inspired by the traditions of Islam are repeated in interior decor.

    Geometric patterns inspired by the traditions of Islam are repeated in interior decor.

    Geometric patterns inspired by the traditions of Islam are repeated in interior decor.

  • An outside view of the lantern-like windows of the Ismaili Centre, Vancouver.

    An outside view of the lantern-like windows of the Ismaili Centre, Vancouver.

    An outside view of the lantern-like windows of the Ismaili Centre, Vancouver.

  • The patterned glass windows take on different colours depending upon the intensity and the direction of light falling upon them.

    The patterned glass windows take on different colours depending upon the intensity and the direction of light falling upon them.

    The patterned glass windows take on different colours depending upon the intensity and the direction of light falling upon them.

  • A close-up view of the Centre's windows from the outside.

    A close-up view of the Centre's windows from the outside.

    A close-up view of the Centre's windows from the outside.

  • An interior close-up view of the windows, which are decorated with stained geometric patterns.

    An interior close-up view of the windows, which are decorated with stained geometric patterns.

    An interior close-up view of the windows, which are decorated with stained geometric patterns.

  • A winter view of the Ismaili Centre, Vancouver from the south-west.

    A winter view of the Ismaili Centre, Vancouver from the south-west.

    A winter view of the Ismaili Centre, Vancouver from the south-west.

  • Five copper domes and glazed cupolas mark the roof of the Centre.

    Five copper domes and glazed cupolas mark the roof of the Centre.

    Five copper domes and glazed cupolas mark the roof of the Centre.

  • An aerial view of the Ismaili Centre, Burnaby, which is aligned along an east-west axis on a 1.5-hectare site.

    An aerial view of the Ismaili Centre, Burnaby, which is aligned along an east-west axis on a 1.5-hectare site.

    An aerial view of the Ismaili Centre, Burnaby, which is aligned along an east-west axis on a 1.5-hectare site.

  • Looking past the fountain at the entrance of the Centre. The building is clad in Carrara marble and Italian sandstone.

    Looking past the fountain at the entrance of the Centre. The building is clad in Carrara marble and Italian sandstone.

    Looking past the fountain at the entrance of the Centre. The building is clad in Carrara marble and Italian sandstone.

  • The principal entrance takes the form of a niche, emanating a lamp-like light.

    The principal entrance takes the form of a niche, emanating a lamp-like light.

    The principal entrance takes the form of a niche, emanating a lamp-like light.

  • Thirteen octagonal domes with brass circle rings provide natural light.

    Thirteen octagonal domes with brass circle rings provide natural light.

    Thirteen octagonal domes with brass circle rings provide natural light.

  • A detailed view of the window pane reveals intricate Islamic geometric patterns.

    A detailed view of the window pane reveals intricate Islamic geometric patterns.

    A detailed view of the window pane reveals intricate Islamic geometric patterns.

  • Reflecting the ceiling, the octagonal theme is present on the carpet inside the Prayer Hall.

    Reflecting the ceiling, the octagonal theme is present on the carpet inside the Prayer Hall.

    Reflecting the ceiling, the octagonal theme is present on the carpet inside the Prayer Hall.

  • Sandblasted coral and rose marble panels inlaid with brass are used to form the mihrab, the Muslim architectural indication of the direction of prayer.

    Sandblasted coral and rose marble panels inlaid with brass are used to form the mihrab, the Muslim architectural indication of the direction of prayer.

    Sandblasted coral and rose marble panels inlaid with brass are used to form the mihrab, the Muslim architectural indication of the direction of prayer.

  • The multi-functional Social Hall facilitates government forums, citizenship ceremonies, weddings, and other events. It has hosted a number of high-profile guests, including Her Excellency The Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada.

    The multi-functional Social Hall facilitates government forums, citizenship ceremonies, weddings, and other events. It has hosted a number of high-profile guests, including Her Excellency The Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada.

    The multi-functional Social Hall facilitates government forums, citizenship ceremonies, weddings, and other events. It has hosted a number of high-profile guests, including Her Excellency The Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada.

  • The centrepiece of the Council Chambers is a Carrara marble table from Italy.

    The centrepiece of the Council Chambers is a Carrara marble table from Italy.

    The centrepiece of the Council Chambers is a Carrara marble table from Italy.

  • The opalescent cast-glass windows in the Prayer Hall are decorated with stained geometric patterns.
  • Calligraphy and patterns define the interior of the Centre.
  • Geometric patterns inspired by the traditions of Islam are repeated in interior decor.
  • An outside view of the lantern-like windows of the Ismaili Centre, Vancouver.
  • The patterned glass windows take on different colours depending upon the intensity and the direction of light falling upon them.
  • A close-up view of the Centre's windows from the outside.
  • An interior close-up view of the windows, which are decorated with stained geometric patterns.
  • A winter view of the Ismaili Centre, Vancouver from the south-west.
  • Five copper domes and glazed cupolas mark the roof of the Centre.
  • An aerial view of the Ismaili Centre, Burnaby, which is aligned along an east-west axis on a 1.5-hectare site.
  • Looking past the fountain at the entrance of the Centre. The building is clad in Carrara marble and Italian sandstone.
  • The principal entrance takes the form of a niche, emanating a lamp-like light.
  • Thirteen octagonal domes with brass circle rings provide natural light.
  • A detailed view of the window pane reveals intricate Islamic geometric patterns.
  • Reflecting the ceiling, the octagonal theme is present on the carpet inside the Prayer Hall.
  • Sandblasted coral and rose marble panels inlaid with brass are used to form the mihrab, the Muslim architectural indication of the direction of prayer.
  • The multi-functional Social Hall facilitates government forums, citizenship ceremonies, weddings, and other events. It has hosted a number of high-profile guests, including Her Excellency The Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada.
  • The centrepiece of the Council Chambers is a Carrara marble table from Italy.
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