Hijazi Architectural Object Library (HAOL)

The Hijazi Architectural Objects Library (HAOL) introduces a groundbreaking digital framework to preserve and classify unique architectural elements from the Hijazi region, including iconic features like Roshan and Mashrabiyah. These elements, integral to Islamic cities such as Jeddah, Istanbul, and Cairo, contribute significantly to the aesthetic and historical richness of these heritage sites. The study leverages advanced technologies, including 3D modeling with Revit Family (RFA), image surveys, and point cloud data, to create a comprehensive digital library. This approach aims to bridge critical gaps in both Islamic and Hijazi architectural documentation, facilitating standardized Heritage BIM (HBIM) models. By digitizing parametric building identities—encompassing shapes, structures, construction methods, and ornamentation—the HAOL framework promises to streamline heritage conservation and new project development, reducing costs and time while ensuring the preservation of cultural identity.

Baik, A., & Boehm, J. (2017). HIJAZI ARCHITECTURAL OBJECT LIBRARY (HAOL). The International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences, XLII-2/W3, 55–62. https://doi.org/10.5194/isprs-archives-xlii-2-w3-55-2017