The Islamic Complex Putrajaya () is an administrative building complex for Malaysian government agencies located in the federal administrative center, Federal Territory of Putrajaya. Putrajaya Islamic Complex is located in Precinct 3, Putrajaya next to

Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin Mosque The Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin Mosque (; Jawi: ) or the Iron Mosque () is the second principal mosque in Putrajaya, Malaysia after Putra Mosque. It is located in Putrajaya's Precinct 3, opposite the Palace of Justice and next to Islamic Compl ...

and is motivated by modern Islamic architecture.

History

Putrajaya Islamic Complex was first built in October 2011 in Precinct 3,

Putrajaya Putrajaya (), officially the Federal Territory of Putrajaya (), is the administrative centre of Malaysia. The Seat of government, seat of the Government of Malaysia, federal government of Malaysia was moved in 1999 from Kuala Lumpur to Putrajay ...

. The construction was completed in July 2016 and commenced operations on 1 December 2016. The office block named as Putrajaya Islamic Complex was built by TH Properties on a site. The Putrajaya Islamic Complex, which is motivated by modern Islamic architecture, consists of four blocks, namely Blocks A, B, C and D. This complex houses nine religious agencies under the portfolio of Religious Affairs, Prime Minister's Department. Blocks A, C and D are connected by a bridge that is on the second floor in each block. The building also has an underground auditorium and can accommodate about 773 people.

Inauguration

The Putrajaya Islamic Complex was inaugurated on 18 July 2017. Putrajaya Islamic Complex features Islamic architecture that has its own aesthetic value, progressive and the latest technology. The arch on the roof shows the beauty of geometry featuring curves shaped like “roof weaving” (tenunan bumbung).

Function

With the centralization of religious agencies in this complex, matters of Islamic affairs such as

halal ''Halal'' (; ) is an Arabic word that translates to in English. Although the term ''halal'' is often associated with Islamic dietary laws, particularly meat that is slaughtered according to Islamic guidelines, it also governs ethical practices ...

certificate applications,

hajj Hajj (; ; also spelled Hadj, Haj or Haji) is an annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, the holiest city for Muslims. Hajj is a mandatory religious duty for capable Muslims that must be carried out at least once in their lifetim ...

and

umrah The Umrah () is an Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, the holiest city for Muslims, located in the Hejazi region of Saudi Arabia. It can be undertaken at any time of the year, in contrast to the '' Ḥajj'' (; "pilgrimage"), which has specific d ...

matters, Islamic financial and banking services and Islamic family matters can be provided to customers more easily and quickly.

Architecture

The unique facade of the Putrajaya Islamic Complex building is motivated “''Islamic trellis''” forming lace braiding provides natural lighting and reduces glare. This building has the concept of light, transparency and dynamics. Inspired by the parable of "nur" which is light as stated in Surah

An-Nur An-Nur () is the List of chapters in the Quran, 24th chapter of the Quran with 64 verse (poetry), verses. The surah takes its name, An Nur, from verse 35. Summary *1 This Surah, chapter Waḥy, revealed from Jannah, heaven *2-3 Law relating t ...

verse 35. The main canopy with a design like a semi-structured steel dome, subtly gives an interpretation of the decorative Islamic ornaments of muqarnas (three-dimensional decoration). The KIP building concept was built with the aim of realizing a wider and more comfortable working environment. In the main entrance hall there is a covered or covered area for the convenience of users to enter and exit. The main lobby or public area is designed with a height (double volume height) to look wider and allow adequate lighting and airflow. Access facilities for the disabled are provided in each strategic area.

References

{{Reflist Buildings and structures in Putrajaya