The reason for this unusual plan, which is completely different from other historical houses in Isfahan, is that the yard had been built originally as a Tekyeh for religious ceremonies.

The main parts of the structure are on the southern side of the yard behind a veranda.

Stucco, decorations with cut mirrors and muqarnas have made this part of the house much more prominent.

[1] Shaykh al-Islam House was registered on September 20, 1974, as one of the national monuments of Iran .

The main part of the house is owned by the Cultural Heritage Organization.