This research includes the
theoretical framework of formal relations between the components of the plans elements of
Khans. Depending on some modern studies in forming relationships, some formal relationships
are determined. They are represented b
y the relationship between the repetitive and unique
elements which form the final shape of the building. The scientific method is adopted in addition
to the statistical analysis for the purpose of access to the distinctive characteristics of Khans
buildings. It is clear from the practical results of this research that Khans buildings are
characterized by their participating characteristics by similar properties despite differences in
the time period in which the completion of that building, as well as differences in the
geographical location of those buildings. This conclusion indicates the unique vision and
common background of architectural thought in spite of the change of time and place. The
unique harmony of architecture thought determines the identity of Islamic architecture. This
indicates the consistency of this architecture that were not documented and does not have the
names of the creators who have done it, which by the history evidenced that it is fantastic.
تعطي العمارة الإسلامية في دمشق أنموذجًا رائعًا عن نشأة العمارة الإسلامية
و تطورها. فقد كانت دمشق عاصمة الدولة الأموية، و كان لها الحظوة بضم عمارة
الجامع الأموي داخل أسوارها الموغلة في القدم، فضلا عن العديد من المباني التي
أظهرت العمارة بحلة فريدة
من نوعها جمعت التقاليد السائدة حينها مع الابتكار الجديد
للعقل المعماري المسلم. بعد أفول نجم هذه الدولة و نشوء الدولة العباسية، كان من
الطبيعي أن تتحول الأنظار عن دمشق و لكن ليس لمدة طويلة.