Metric-Based Comparative Analysis of Seljuk and Byzantine Architectural Practices in Medieval Anatolia

A comparative analysis of Seljuk and Byzantine architectural practices in medieval Anatolia reveals a dynamic interplay between the two traditions, marked by mutual adoption and adaptation of structural and decorative innovations. The study demonstrates that Seljuk architects integrated Byzantine techniques—such as monumental masonry and mosaic work—into Islamic artistic frameworks, while post-Byzantine structures incorporated Seljuk elements like geometric patterns and muqarnas. This synthesis produced a hybrid architectural style that significantly influenced Ottoman design and broader Islamic aesthetics. The research employs a metric-based framework to evaluate aesthetic and structural principles across emblematic sites, including the Great Mosque of Divriği, the Green Mosque in Bursa, and Hagia Sophia, uncovering the sociopolitical dynamics underpinning these exchanges.

Nazer, Z., & Rabb, P. (2025). Metric-Based Comparative Analysis of Seljuk and Byzantine Architectural Practices in Medieval Anatolia. Journal of Design, Planning and Aesthetics Research, 4(1), 78–92. https://doi.org/10.63673/deparch.2025.41