Azure – Ismaili Center

AZURE MAGAZINE – LIGHTNESS OF BEING

‘Arriz Hassam’s crystalline pattern harmonizes the centers’ tranquil interior, appearing on screens, walls, stone floors and carpeting.’

‘The symbolism peaks in the prayer hall: the circular anteroom at the entrance is crowned by a modern take on a muqarnas ceiling, with a conical skylight at its apex,…’

‘…transaprent walls etched with a motif of Hassam’s own design, based ona fractal pattern inspired by the geometries of Correa’s prayer hall dome, the pattern is repeated on the stone floors, carpeting and screens; the composition of stars and circles alludes to both celestial divinity and earthly inclusivity’

“I wanted to make the space to reflect the spirit of Canada’s pluralistic society.”

Matthew Hague

photography by Shai Gil