Employing Historic Jeddah Architectural Motifs in Contemporary Murals to Enhance Saudi Identity
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Keywords: Architectural Ornaments, Historic Jeddah, Contemporary Mural Art, Saudi Heritage Identity.Abstract
This study aimed to employ the Hejazi architectural ornaments of historic Jeddah in designing contemporary mural paintings that enhanced Saudi heritage identity. The objectives are to identify the characteristics of traditional architecture, analyze the aesthetic values of Hejazi architectural ornaments, examine contemporary mural art, and explore the possibility of employing these ornaments in mural design. The study adopted a descriptive-analytical approach to investigate traditional architecture, architectural ornaments, and contemporary mural art, in addition to an applied approach involving the design and execution of a mural inspired by historic Jeddah. The sample consisted of selected architectural ornaments from heritage buildings in historic Jeddah. The findings revealed that Hejazi architectural ornaments possess rich aesthetic and artistic values suitable for contemporary mural design. The practical application confirmed the possibility of creating a contemporary mural that balanced authenticity and modernity while reinforcing Saudi heritage identity. The study recommended promoting the use of architectural heritage in visual arts, documenting traditional ornaments, and integrating them into art education and design.
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