Al-Iqtishad Mushola

SITE AND CONTEXT

Located on the southeastern edge of the University of Indonesia's Faculty of Economics and Business, Al‑Iqtishad redefines the role of a campus Mushola, shifting from a discreet endpoint to a civic and spiritual threshold within the FEB UI Masterplan.

The design minimizes impact on existing contours and vegetation, allowing the building to merge with the terrain. Anchored from the academic axis yet open toward the lake.

This vision forms the conceptual foundation of Al‑Iqtishad, where Mahoni Lake becomes a living metaphor for that divine landscape. The architecture celebrates serenity and reflection through space, light, and topography.

MATERIAL AND CLIMATE STRATEGY

Brick, a defining material in the UI campus identity, is reinterpreted here as a breathable façade. The permeable brick screen filters daylight and facilitates cross ventilation, forming a climate-responsive shell suited to Indonesia's tropical conditions. Lightweight construction and passive environmental control minimize energy use while preserving tactile connection with the surroundings.

Structurally, Al‑Iqtishad adopts a simple, circular geometry inspired by the Ka'bah and Hijr Ismail. While maintaining precise qiblah orientation, the softened form symbolizes inclusivity and continuity. Bridging spiritual symbolism with human scale and landscape rhythm.

It activates the southeastern campus edge, transforming Mahoni Lake into a future waterfront space that connects faith, community, and ecology.

The project is fully funded by Paragon Corp, Indonesia's largest beauty company. The CREM Workshop, Paragon's internal innovation unit, designed the Mushola's loose furniture using upcycled plastic from Paragon's beauty product containers.

With its restrained form, environmental empathy, and corporate‑academic collaboration, Al‑Iqtishad transforms a modest campus Mushola into a symbol of renewal. Where devotion, sustainability, and design converge beside the living waters of Mahoni Lake.