UK: Work begins on rebuilding Baitul Futuh Mosque four years after fire ripped through Morden building

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"This scheme - reflecting their high standard of creativity and expertise - will shape the way in which we manage the flow and space in and around this landmark complex."

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By Riley Krause | February 26, 2019

 A Morden mosque which burned to the ground nearly four years ago is about to be brought back to life.

In 2015 a blaze ripped through the main administration buildings of the Baitul Futuh Mosque in London Road.

This included offices, function halls and residences, and took 70 firefighters and 10 fire engines to bring it under control.

That same year, John McAslan + Partners were the firm chosen to repair the building and now work is finally about to commence.

Rafiq Hayat, national president of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community UK praised the "world renowned" architects.

"This scheme - reflecting their high standard of creativity and expertise - will shape the way in which we manage the flow and space in and around this landmark complex," Mr Hayat said.

"The practice’s design for the principal elements skillfully complements the existing mosque which, in its enhanced form, will be a beacon of peace.”

The designs include more courtyard space, increased accommodation and separate vehicle and pedestrian entrances.

John McAslan, executive chairman at JMP said: “We are delighted that our proposal for the Baitul Futuh Mosque, serving one of Europe’s most significant Muslim communities, now has planning approval, and we look forward to taking the project forward to construction.”


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