Furniture Design II FDA Spring 2013 Interior Masters II-B

Traditional Seating Project

By: Hala El-Lakkis & Noura Aji

Event: Mawlid “Birth of the Prophet” is the

observance of the birthday of the Islamic prophet Muhammad which occurs in Rabi' al-awwal, the third month in the Islamic calendar

The term Mawlid is also used in some parts of the world, such as Egypt, as a generic term for the birthday celebrations of other historical religious leaders.

In Syria specifically , men gather around in mosques or religious places to celebrate the birth of the prophet. The celebration begins with a prayer , then a group of 5 to 6 men play their instruments while saying praises to the prophet. This goes on for an hour or two , then lunch and desert are served to all the guests who are part of this celebration.

The Celebration of the Prophet’s Birthday

Country: Syria

Inspirational images of typical Syrian furniture made out of mosaics

Sketches showing the different patterns to be

used

Purpose of design: chairs for the musicians

Concept and Initial Sketches

Technical Drawings

Front View Back View

Technical Drawings

Side View Top View

Technical Drawings Materials

Wood Mosaics Leather cushion with the mosaics pattern printed

Joints used

Renders