The complex geometry of Islamic design

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Islamic art and architecture is well known for its complex geometric designs.

Islamic art and architecture is well known for its complex geometric designs: you can find it in mosques, madrasas, palaces, and private homes. Expert Eric Broug explains how these remarkably complex designs can be created with just a compass and a ruler.

Cite this page as: TED-Ed, "The complex geometry of Islamic design," in Smarthistory, September 8, 2025, accessed December 19, 2025, https://smarthistory.org/geometry-islamic-design/.