Modern Mosque

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Design Style
Contemporary Minimalism
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
24°41′15.83″ N
46°43′18.66″ E
24°41′15.83″ N
46°43′18.66″ E
In progress
Mosque
2,013 ft²

Project The client—a Saudi Arabian prince—commissioned YODEZEEN to design a contemporary mosque as part of a larger 12,000 m² private complex in Riyadh. The brief called for a design that respects the sacred spatial principles of Islamic architecture while reflecting YODEZEEN’s modern, sculptural aesthetic.

The client—a Saudi Arabian prince—commissioned YODEZEEN to design a contemporary mosque as part of a larger 12,000 m² private complex in Riyadh. The brief called for a design that respects the sacred spatial principles of Islamic architecture while reflecting YODEZEEN’s modern, sculptural aesthetic.

Shortlisted for the SBID International Design Awards 2025 and Architecture Hunter Awards 2025

CONCEPT

Rooted in deep research, the design integrates spiritual tradition with contemporary materiality and form.

With its minimalist geometry, natural textures, and custom elements, the mosque seeks to evoke timelessness, serenity, and inclusivity.

Challenge

Aligning architectural geometry with strict religious orientations without compromising aesthetic purity required exceptional precision. Material selection also posed complexity: modern finishes had to meet Islamic spiritual guidelines, such as using natural wool carpets and specific stone typologies. Additionally, sustainable solutions were tailored to local climate and religious rituals—like water-saving systems in the ablution area—balancing spiritual reverence with environmental responsibility.

Composition

The planning of the mosque is based on a clear functional separation, consisting of two standalone volumes: the ablution pavilion and the main prayer hall. Accessibility demanded thoughtful planning to ensure inclusive worship without disrupting spatial hierarchy. The mosque itself follows a rectangular floor plan, maintaining the clarity and purity of traditional spatial logic. However, it gains interior dynamism through refined architectural details—sculptural ceiling elements, a delicately carved niche for the mihrab, and integrated shelving for the Quran.

team

Artem Zverev
Co-founder and lead architect
Artur Sharf
Co-founder and lead architect
Mykyta Ch.
Responsible for interior design
Artem V.
Responsible for architecture
Vitalii K.
Responsible for architecture
Yakiv K.
Responsible for project management

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