Author: Akbar Jamel
Place: Singapore
Publisher: A Mimar Book
Year: 1988
Pages: 260
ISBN: 9971-84-869-4
Source: Donated by Charles Correa
Subject: Architecture
Sub-Subject: Islamic Architecture
Keyword: Muslim City
Classification: 363.7
Shelf: C3R1
Accession No: B992
Contents: Introduction, Forms of Submission in the Traditional Environment, Changes in the Traditional Forms of Submission, Synthesis of the Forms of Submission, Growth and Formation of Towns, Freedom and Control, Elements of the Traditional Built Environment, Size of Party vs Size of Property, Consequences of the Shift of Responsibility, Footnotes, Bibliography, Glossay, Index
Abstract: The book examines how traditional Muslim settlements were shaped by community consensus, time-tested conventions, and maximum owner control over space, leading to efficient use of resources with minimal government intervention. In contrast, modern Muslim cities are governed by state regulations, dispersing responsibility and often resulting in negative consequences. The author explores legal systems, dispute resolution, and territorial norms to understand this shift. By constructing a model of responsibility, he analyzes ownership and control in the urban context. The book argues that grasping mechanisms like control is vital for designing environments and offers insights for policymakers, scholars, and those interested in Muslim lifestyles.