Mashrabiya Revit Family ((top)) Jun 2026

The word "Mashrabiya" (also known as Roshan or Shanashil ) derives from the Arabic root meaning "to drink"—a reference to a small shelf where jars of drinking water were stored to cool . Crafted from durable woods such as teak or cedar, these geometric screens represent a pinnacle of Islamic craft . The lattice is traditionally assembled using mortise and tenon joints, interlocking pieces of turned wood without nails or glue, forming intricate geometric patterns that repeat in an almost infinite tessellation .

The density of the lattice typically changes from bottom to top to restrict external sightlines while allowing occupants to look out. Technical Revit Specifications mashrabiya revit family