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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage

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Exploring Islamic art, intricate architecture and rich heritage - bridging cultures and celebrating its vibrant legacy in the UK and beyond. linktr.ee/fiaach

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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Last week, our Chair, Baroness Mobarik was honoured to be joined in Parliament by internationally acclaimed photographer Peter Sanders who presented a range of his images from across the Muslim world to a room of distinguished guests. ✨ #FIAACH #IslamicArt #CulturalHeritage #IslamicArchitecture
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
She also examined a commanding 13th century Mamluk candlestick. Defined by its architectural form and bold Kufic inscriptions, it reflects the high craftsmanship of Cairo & Damascus workshops - blending function with the era's taste for 'monumental' calligraphy.
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
She was introduced to an exceptional 10th century Seljuk gold 'Hirz' (amulet). Intricately decorated in niello with vegetal patterns, this rare piece - from a private London collection (est. 1980s) - showcases the rhythmic geometry and 'divine order' of medieval goldsmithing.
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
This week, our Chair, Baroness Nosheena Mobarik was invited to Orpheus Gallery for a private viewing of their Islamic collection. Exploring these works offers a vital window into a shared cultural history - championing beauty, knowledge & human experience. #FIAACH #IslamicArt
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
Did you know the maths we use every day is shaped by Islamic scholarship? The decimal system, Arabic numerals, and words like algebra and algorithm all trace back to innovations that changed the world. #CulturalHeritage #FIAACH
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
The jali is more than a pattern. It's science, artistry, climate control, and cultural exchange. How did this ancient design travel from Mughal palaces to modern buildings in Delhi, Madrid and Doha? Read our latest blog on the jali - link in bio. fiaach.com/jalis-archit...
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Jali’s architectural influence – Mughal majesty and modern marvels - Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture and Cultural Heritage
Explore the jali, the intricate stone and wood screen of Islamic architecture, where beauty meets function. From Mughal India to modern sustainable design, jalis shape light, airflow, and privacy, ins...
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Our Chair, Baroness Mobarik, believes the Forum is a force to give credit where its due - to the thinkers, artists, architects and pioneers who built our shared civilisation. Hear more on recognising and celebrating this 👇 #CulturalHeritage #Architecture #PreservingHistory #ArtOfIslam
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Dr Noorah Al-Gailani, Curator of Islamic Collections at the British Museum, spoke of the artefacts held by the Museum that had travelled with the Vikings from the Middle East, through Europe, to end up in the UK. Learn about one of the most intriguing finds 👇 #IslamicArt #BritishMuseum #History
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
Painter, printmaker and visual artist Jila Peacock spent years translating the poems of Hafez of Shiraz into visual calligraphic images, and then into a BAFTA-nominated film. Learn what inspired her 👇 #FIAACH #IslamicArt #Art
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
Speaking at our recent launch event, Farrokh Derakhshani, Director of the Aga Khan Award for Architecture, spoke about the power of architecture and how the ideas behind Islamic design transcend time and location. #AKAA2025 #AgaKhanAwardforArchitecture #FIAACH #CulturalHeritage #IslamicArchitecture
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Check out some highlights from speeches by Baroness Nosheena Mobarik, Dr Noorah Al-Gailani, Farrokh Derakhshani and Jila Peacock at our launch event in the Palace of Westminster ✨ Thank you to all who attended - follow us for more posts about Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage.
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Islamic designs have influenced how art looks across the world. From Islamic artists' use of colour to their eye for geometry and patterns - learn about how Islam has shaped the way the West sees beauty. #FIAACH #IslamicArt #Art
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
Have you ever walked past St Paul's Cathedral and wondered what inspired its ornate design? Many examples of Gothic architecture used architectural techniques from the Islamic world. #FIAACH #IslamicArchitecture #London
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
"Islamic civilisation has influenced Britain and Europe far more than most people realise. You can see it in our architecture, our music, even in the way we think about mathematics and science." Highlights from our launch event - follow us for more Islamic art, architecture and cultural heritage ✨
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Khayaal Theatre @khayaaltheatre.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Honoured to have attended the exciting and promising launch of The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage in Parliament on Tue 28 Oct #FIAACH along with 100+ guests. Thanks to BaronessMobarik and the Adam Foundation for the invitation. @fiaach.bsky.social #Beauty always wins!
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Thank you to our Founding Partner the Adam Foundation for supporting the launch.
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Addressing a room of more than 100 people in the Palace of Westminster, Baroness Mobarik spoke about her vision for the Forum, alongside Dr Noorah Al-Gailani (@britishmuseum.bsky.social), Prof Farrokh Derakhshani, and Jila Peacock, who each delivered inspiring presentations.
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Yesterday we celebrated the official launch of the Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage, chaired by Baroness Nosheena Mobarik ✨ #FIAACH #IslamicArt #CulturalHeritage #IslamicArchitecture
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Read about the Baroness Nosheena Mobarik's vision for the Forum for Islamic, Art, Architecture and Cultural Heritage, that will showcase the contribution of Islamic thought and design to our shared civilisation 🌍 #IslamicArt #CulturalHeritage #IslamicArchitecture #FIAACH fiaach.com/why-i-founde...
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Why I founded the Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage - Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture and Cultural Heritage
The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage celebrates how Islamic civilisation shapes art, architecture, and science, building bridges and sharing knowledge about our interconnected h...
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
"Islamic art isn’t something that belongs behind glass. It’s alive. It has travelled across centuries, carried by trade, curiosity, and creativity." Learn about our mission to build cross-cultural understanding in our inaugural blog below. #FIAACH fiaach.com/our-shared-s...
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Our shared story: How the Forum brings cultures together through art and heritage - Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture and Cultural Heritage
The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage, founded by Baroness Nosheena Mobarik, celebrates how Islamic art and design connect cultures, inspiring dialogue and reminding us of our sh...
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The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage @fiaach.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Welcome to the Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage, and this journey of discovery and cross-cultural understanding. 🔗 fiaach.com #IslamicArt #CulturalHeritage #IslamicArchitecture #FIAACH #PreservingHistory #ArtOfIslam #ArchitecturalHeritage
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