# Illuminated Kaleidoscopic Mosques The Nasir Al-Molk Mosque is Illuminated with Color Every Morning By Jennifer Paul | Published 2014-03-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nasir-almolk-mosque References: [boredpanda](http://www.boredpanda.com/nasir-al-molk-pink-mosque-shiraz-iran/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:) & [tokyoweddingstyle](http://tokyoweddingstyle.com/) The Nasir al-Molk Mosque is a spiritual place like you have never seen before. The mosque is illuminated in the morning with the colors of the rainbow. When you think about historical architecture, we don't necessarily think about bold and bright colored infrastructure. The Nasir al-Molk Mosque is striking and strong. This historical landmark showcases how something traditional and historical can be beautiful and brightly colored. In this mosque there is [stained-glass windows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helsinki-design-and-architecture-museum) with rich color and walls that feature vibrant and [colorful painted geometric tile](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorscape-installation). You almost forget it is a place of worship when you look at how beautiful it is. The stained glass windows capture the morning light which creates a little [play of light on the floor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spencer-finch) of the mosque. Another name for the Nasir al-Molk Mosque is the "Pink Mosque" because of its colorful beauty. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Colorful Architecture:** Opportunity for architects and designers to incorporate bold and vibrant colors in traditional and historical buildings. - **Stained-glass Revival:** Potential for artists and craftsmen to revive the use of stained-glass windows in modern architecture and design. - **Play of Light:** Possibility to explore innovative lighting techniques that interact with natural light to create mesmerizing effects in buildings. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Architects can explore new approaches to incorporate bright and colorful elements to transform traditional structures. - **Design:** Designers have an opportunity to experiment with stained-glass windows and create contemporary designs. - **Lighting:** Lighting industry can develop new techniques and products that enhance the play of light in architectural spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Classically Designed Geometric Mosques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mamluki-lancet-mosque.md) - [Red Brick Geometric Mosques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bait-ur-raiyan-mosque.md) - [Geometric Cone-Shaped Mosques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bab-al-salam-mosque.md) - [Cultural Civic Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ismaili-center-houston.md) - [Mosque-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/islamic-arts-biennale1.md) - [Light-Filled Public Restrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivid-toilet-interior.md) - [Glowing Mosaic Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almais-office.md) - [Office Building Rainbow Facades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertical-rainbow-office.md) - [Religious AI Mobile Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metamosque-app.md)