Readings on Islamic Architecture

More readings:
Islamic Architecture Principle of Tawhid
http://www.docstoc.com/docs/23540320/kulliyyah-of-architecture-and-environmental-design

kulliyyah of architecture and environmental design



On Urf...

http://www.charrettecenter.net/charrettecenter.asp?a=spf&pfk=7&gk=220&plk=549

The Concept of Urf in Architecture

Perhaps this article might give you more understanding on the concept of Urf in Islamic architecture.. Enjoy reading:
http://www.medinanet.org/index.php/articles/uplanning/214-the-role-of-urf-on-the-architectural-character-of-the-urban-hausa-traditional-house-in-northern-nigeria