DIFC Grand Mosque
Dubai, UAE
A striking structure by the Gate Village in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the Grand Mosque's design is inspired by traditional Islamic architecture with intricate mashrabiya elements. With sharp angular lines evident from its exterior, look closer and you'll see the mosque is enveloped with a screen of graduated perforations that allows light to spill inside – it's a memorable modern take on a classic style, and one that doesn't fail to impress.