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IN SEARCH OF THE TRADITIONAL ARCHITECTURAL IDENTITY: THE CASE OF MADINAH, SAUDI ARABIA Ashour, Randah
Journal of Islamic Architecture Vol 6, No 1 (2020): Journal of Islamic Architecture
Publisher : Department of Architecture, Faculty of Science and Technology, UIN Maliki Malang

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Rowshan is the projected latticework window, commonly found in façades of traditional dwellings in Madinah. Due to climatic and social functions that Rowshan provides, it achieved widespread popularity in the traditional architecture of Madinah, which gave the city its unique architectural identity. The objective of this research is to explore the professionals' opinions toward the erosion of the traditional architectural identity within contemporary architecture in Madinah, as well as the ensuing decline in the use of Rowshan element that defines this particular style of architecture and ascertaining whether they are interested in reviving Rowshan element in their architectural projects. The method of this research is interviews with 15 professionals who were carried out in Madinah between 1/10/2016 – 1/12/2016. The interview questions were semi-structured, and the data were analyzed using thematic analysis. Overriding opinions concluded that Rowshan's legacy is of great value in Madinah society, and the need to preserve it within contemporary architecture is essential. The respondents' opinions also agreed that ways should be found to develop Rowshan's designs, which would ensure that the form of Rowshan is integrated with its function.
RETHINKING THE USE OF ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE ELEMENTS AS A TOOL TO AVOID THE HEALTH RISK OF VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY: AN EXPERIENCE FROM MADINAH, SAUDI ARABIA Ashour, Randah
JIAA: Journal of Islamic Art and Architecture Vol 2, No 2: October 2024
Publisher : Fakultas Ushuluddin dan Humaniora, Universitas Islam Negeri Walisongo

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This research aims to assess the public’s awareness, knowledge and attitude toward vitamin D and sun exposure in Madinah, as well as to evaluate people’s satisfaction with the different techniques used to maintain daylight at their homes. A cross-sectional study utilizing an online survey was conducted. Data analysis was performed using SPSS software. A total of 925 participants took part in this study. The majority of participants were 30-49 years old (55%), Saudis (69.2%), house owners (53%), and living in flat property (54.8%). 92% believed that vitamin D is important for health and 55.6% reported that vitamin D source was the sun. Unfortunately, 17.2% and 10.2% recognized the best time of sun exposure and the appropriate duration of sun exposure for adequate vitamin D, respectively. 73.6% suffered from the symptoms of vitamin D deficiency. Hot weather (59.3%), conservative dressing of Saudi women (26%) and increased urbanization and increased indoor lifestyle (10.3%) were key barriers to sunlight exposure in Madinah. 75.4% satisfied with the level of daylight provided by Rowshan. However, due to its high cost and difficulty to clean, most of the people reluctance to use Rowshan. This study found inadequate knowledge, and poor practice about vitamin D and sun exposure.
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