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EHSAN LE SS A N I
2017 2023
EDUCATION Sep 2012 - Dec 2014
2021
Associate Degree in Architecture Khayyam University | Mashhad, Iran
Dec 2014 - Jul 2017
World Architecture Festival (WAF)
Bachelor of Architectural Engineering
Shortlist | Display | Aptus Factory Showroom | Karaj, Iran Collaboration with Hooba Design - Hooman Balazadeh
Islamic Azad University | Mashhad, Iran Sep 2017 - May 2020
Master of Architecture
Iran Public Libraries Foundation with the participation of FabLab
Soore University | Tehran, Iran
EHSAN LESSANI
EXPERIENCE
This architect and visual artist, the founder of lessstudio* and a graduate of an Architecture University, channels his professional dedication into breaking through traditional creative norms. His commitment extends to expanding the boundaries of creativity by exploring intersections among different fields. The ultimate goal is to craft unique, thought-provoking pieces that seamlessly blur the lines between art, architecture, and design through experimental approaches. Adopting a multidisciplinary approach, he consistently challenges the limitations of conventional methods, seeking to discover new possibilities within the realm of creativity. The encouragement of collaboration and the utilization of unconventional materials and techniques contribute to the creation of groundbreaking works that are both inspiring and thought-provoking.
Jun 2013 - Oct 2015
16th Mirmiran Foundation Architectural Concept Competition
Parsa Architecture Group · Part-time
Honorable Mention | Conceptual | The story of the city in black Individual Project
Architectural and Graphic Designer · Contract
Kooche Magazine Competition
Freelance | Iran | Remote Sep 2019 - Feb 2020
Pars University of Art and Architecture · Part-time Teacher Assistant | Tehran, Iran | On-site
Sep 2019 - Feb 2020
Honorable Mention | Illustration | Where is the Friend’s House? Individual Project 2020
Teacher Assistant | Tehran, Iran | On-site May 2020 - Feb 2021
20th Memar Award First Place | Public | Aptus Factory Showroom | Karaj, Iran Collaboration with Hooba Design - Hooman Balazadeh
Hooba Design - Hooman Balazadeh · Full-time Architectural Drawing, Content Development, Graphic, Diagram and Motion Design| Tehran, Iran | Hybrid
May 2021 - Sep 2021
13th Memary va Sakhteman Award
Navid Nazemi Office · Contract
First Place | Public | Aptus Factory Showroom | Karaj, Iran Collaboration with Hooba Design - Hooman Balazadeh
Architectural Drawing, Content Development, Graphic, Diagram and Motion Design| Mashhad, Iran | Hybrid Sep 2022 - Dec 2022
Namakabrud Residential Complex | Invited Competition
Pousti Studio - Maryam Pousti · Contract
Second Place | Competition | Namakabrud, Iran Collaboration with Hooba Design - Mousa Azizi Office
Graphic, Diagram Design | Tehran, Iran | Remote May 2021 - Now
thelessstudio* · Self-employed Founder | Iran | On-site
2019
League of Young Architects of Iran | Hariri & Hariri Architecture Finalist |Public| End of the endless | Kermanshah, Iran Collaboration with MH Eghlidos, Zeinab Heidari and Samin Mirzaei
Yazd Construction Engineering Organization H اonorable Mention | Public | KarizBoom Complex | Yazd, Iran Collaboration with Fardad Alavi
2022
2A Asia Continental Architectural Awards
2A Asia Continental Architectural Awards Third Place | Future | Bazaar-che | Mashhad, Iran Collaboration with Navid Nazemi Office 2021
IDA Design Award Honorable Mention | Display | Aptus Factory Showroom | Karaj, Iran Collaboration with Hooba Design - Hooman Balazadeh
Architecture MasterPrize (AMP) Winner | Commercial | Sharif Office Building | Tehran, Iran Collaboration with Hooba Design - Hooman Balazadeh
14th Mirmiran Foundation Architectural Concept Competition Honorable Mention | Conceptual | The Return Collaboration with Farnaz Pezeshkpour
AWARDS AND HONORS 2023
2A Asia Continental Architectural Awards Second Place | Commercial | Sharif Office Building | Tehran, Iran Collaboration with Hooba Design - Hooman Balazadeh
Archigraph - MH Forouzanfar · Part-time
First Place | Commercial | Aptus Factory Showroom | Karaj, Iran Collaboration with Hooba Design - Hooman Balazadeh
Lessaniehsan@gmail.com linktr.ee/ehsanlessani
Third Place | Public | Nomad Library | Iran Collaboration with Mohammad Hossein Eghlidos
Architectural Intern, Junior Architect | Mashhad, Iran | On-site Dec 2015 - Sep 2019
Architizer A+Awards Finalist | Showrooms | Aptus Factory Showroom | Karaj, Iran Finalist | Commercial | Sharif Office Building | Tehran, Iran Collaboration with Hooba Design - Hooman Balazadeh
TECHNICAL SKILLS BIM | CAD Modeling Visualization Presentation
AutoCAD Rhinoceros 3D | SketchUp V-Ray | Enscape | Lumion Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, InDesign, and Lightroom
LANGUAGES Farsi
Native
English
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AutoCAD: A leading computer-aided design (CAD) software for 2D and 3D drafting. AutoCAD is widely used for creating architectural drawings and plans. Revit: Building Information Modeling (BIM) software that allows architects to design and document a building’s information in a collaborative environment. It’s especially valuable for large and complex projects. SketchUp: A user-friendly 3D modeling software that is often used for conceptual design, schematic design, and quick visualizations. Rhino: A versatile 3D modeling software that is used for creating complex and organic shapes. It’s commonly used in architectural design and parametric modeling. Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign): These Adobe tools are used for graphic design, image editing, and creating presentation materials for architectural projects. Lumion: A real-time 3D architectural visualization tool that allows architects to create stunning visualizations and walkthroughs. ArchiCAD: Another BIM software that enables architects to design, model, and document building information. It offers collaboration features and is used for various project phases. 3ds Max: A 3D modeling and rendering software often used for creating detailed and realistic visualizations of architectural designs. Grasshopper: A visual programming language plugin for Rhino, used for parametric design. It is popular for creating complex and generative designs. Navisworks: A project review software for 3D coordination, analysis, and simulation. It’s often used for coordination and clash detection in large construction projects. Microsoft Office Suite: Essential for communication, documentation, and project management. It includes tools like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Trello or Asana: Project management tools that help teams collaborate, manage tasks, and track project progress. Computer-Aided Design (CAD): Proficiency in using CAD software is fundamental for architects. It is used for creating detailed drawings, plans, and 3D models. Building Information Modeling (BIM): BIM is a digital representation of the physical and functional characteristics of a building. Knowledge of BIM software, such as Revit, is increasingly important in the architecture industry. 3D Modeling and Visualization: The ability to create 3D models and realistic visualizations of architectural designs is valuable. Software like SketchUp, Rhino, and 3ds Max are commonly used for this purpose.
PROFESSIONAL Sharif Office Building Tehran, Iran | 2020
Architectural Drafting: Strong drafting skills are essential for creating precise and accurate technical drawings. This includes floor plans, elevations, and sections. Structural Analysis: Understanding basic structural principles and being able to perform structural analysis can contribute to designing buildings that are both aesthetically pleasing and structurally sound. Environmental and Sustainable Design: With a growing emphasis on sustainability, knowledge of environmentally friendly design principles and green building practices is increasingly important.
Aptus Factory Showroom Villa No.24
Materials and Construction Techniques: Familiarity with various construction materials and techniques helps architects make informed decisions during the design process.
Lavasan, Tehran Province, Iran | 2017
Digital Fabrication: Understanding technologies like 3D printing and CNC machining can be advantageous, especially in projects involving cutting-edge design and fabrication methods.
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Iran, Karaj | 2020
Construction Documentation: The ability to create comprehensive and detailed construction documentation, including specifications and schedules, is crucial for successful project implementation.
Code Compliance: Knowledge of local and international building codes and regulations is essential to ensure that designs meet legal and safety requirements.
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Bazaar-che
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Mashhad, Iran | 2021
Programming and Parametric Design: Some architects use programming languages or parametric design tools like Grasshopper to create complex and adaptive designs. Collaboration Tools: As collaboration is often a key aspect of architectural projects, proficiency in communication and collaboration tools is beneficial. This includes project management software, file-sharing platforms, and communication tools. Microsoft Project: A project management software that provides tools for planning, scheduling, and managing projects. Bluebeam Revu: A PDF editing and markup tool often used in the architecture, engineering, and construction industries for reviewing and collaborating on project documents.
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InDesign: Adobe InDesign is commonly used for creating professional and polished layouts for architectural presentations, portfolios, and reports. Enscape: A real-time rendering and virtual reality plugin that integrates with various design software, providing immersive visualizations of architectural projects. Energy Modeling Software (e.g., EnergyPlus, IES VE): Tools for simulating and analyzing the energy performance of buildings, aiding in the design of energy-efficient structures. Hand Drawing Tools: While digital tools are essential, traditional hand drawing skills are still valuable, especially during the conceptual and ideation phases of design.
COMPETITION Nomad Library Iran | 2021
Where is the Friend’s House?
GIS Software (e.g., ArcGIS): Geographic Information System software can be helpful for architects working on projects that involve site analysis and understanding the surrounding environment.
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Iran | 2021
Virtual Reality (VR) Tools: Applications like Oculus Rift or HTC Vive can be used to experience and present architectural designs in virtual reality, offering an immersive perspective. Augmented Reality (AR) Apps: Apps that overlay digital information onto the real world can be useful for on-site construction management and visualizing designs in real-world contexts.
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The Return
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Iran | 2019
Site Analysis Tools (e.g., SketchUp Site Analyzer): Tools that assist in analyzing the site conditions, such as topography, sun path, and wind direction. Building Performance Simulation Software (e.g., DesignBuilder): Software for simulating and analyzing various aspects of building performance, including thermal comfort and daylighting.
INDIVIDUAL
Collaboration Platforms (e.g., Slack, Microsoft Teams): Tools for effective communication and collaboration within project teams. Creativity: The ability to think creatively and generate innovative design solutions is crucial for architects. Creative thinking helps in developing unique and aesthetically pleasing designs.
Haft Peykar Collection
Attention to Detail: Architecture requires precision, and an eye for detail is essential when creating accurate drawings, specifications, and designs.
Iran | 2018
Critical Thinking: Architects often face complex problems that require analytical and critical thinking skills to find effective solutions. Communication Skills: Clear and effective communication is vital when interacting with clients, team members, contractors, and other stakeholders. Architects need to convey ideas, present designs, and collaborate effectively. Time Management: Projects in architecture have tight deadlines and multiple tasks. Effective time management ensures that projects progress smoothly and are completed on schedule. Adaptability: The ability to adapt to evolving project requirements, changes in design, and advancements in technology is crucial in the dynamic field of architecture. Teamwork and Collaboration: Architects often work in interdisciplinary teams. Being able to collaborate with professionals from different backgrounds is essential for successful project outcomes. Problem-Solving Skills: Architecture involves overcoming various challenges and solving problems throughout the design and construction process. Being resourceful and finding solutions is a valuable trait. Leadership: As architects often take a leadership role in projects, strong leadership skills are beneficial for guiding the design team, making decisions, and ensuring the project’s success. Cultural Awareness: Understanding and respecting different cultures, traditions, and perspectives is crucial, especially in a diverse environment like Dubai. Resilience: The ability to handle setbacks and learn from failures is important in a profession where projects may face unexpected challenges. Ethical Conduct: Professional ethics and integrity are fundamental in architecture. Architects must prioritize the safety, health, and welfare of the public. Continuous Learning: The field of architecture is dynamic, with new technologies and trends emerging regularly. A commitment to lifelong learning and staying updated on industry developments is valuable. Client Focus: Listening to and understanding the needs of clients is essential for delivering designs that meet their expectations and requirements. Passion for Sustainability: As sustainability becomes increasingly important, having a passion for environmentally friendly design and construction practices can be advantageous.
The Accident Iran | 2021
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SHARIF OFFICE BUILDING Collaboration with Hooba Design Awards and Honors
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Principal Architect
Hooman Balazadeh
Role
Presentation, Diagram, Motion and Graphic Design
Photo Credit
Parham Taghioff, Mohammad Hassan Ettefagh
Type
Commercial › Office
Status
Built
Location
Tehran, Iran
Year
2020
The Sharif Office Building, commissioned by university professors, stands as a contemporary workspace adjacent to Sharif University of Technology. The design seamlessly integrates the architectural essence of the 1960s with the modern atmosphere of a technology-based institution, addressing the paradoxes between tradition and innovation. Situated near parks, the building incorporates green spaces into its facade, creating a cohesive urban environment. The connection of access roads forms an urban plaza within the building, erasing boundaries between the structure and the city. Navigating themes of introversion vs. extroversion and solidity vs. transparency, the design utilizes a smart brick panel facade—a fusion of traditional brick with high-tech adaptability to sunlight. This dynamic interplay mirrors the characteristics of the digital age. The project acts as an intermediary vision, bridging traditional building materials with the electronic world. The design fosters a fluid boundary between inside and outside, transforming the building from introverted to extroverted throughout the day. Open and semi-open office spaces, defined by green boundaries, embody a pioneering complex in the electronic industry. In summary, the Sharif Office Building harmoniously integrates tradition and innovation, offering a dynamic workspace that transforms with the day. The smart brick facade symbolizes the fusion of traditional materials and modern technology, creating a landmark in the electronic industry.
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5. The issue of migration among Sharif University students.
9. Status of pedestrian pathways and passages
13. Neglect of the facades of the third floors of the buildings.
17. Unified material + Double-skin facade = Neutral approach
2. Surranding Access
6. How should we define the boundary between the residential zone and the thechnology hub?
10. Creating an urban passage on the ground floor!
14. Neglect of the fifth facade (roof) of the buildings.
18. Penetration of green space inside the building.
3. Sharif University of Technology
7. Can the first building serve as a model in the development of university areas? (2020)
11. The urban path within the building.
15. How to address urban clutter?
19. Subtracted volumes from the original mass.
8. Handover of the building structure to the architect after column installation and the execution of the ground floor.
12. The proposed pedestrian network passing through the building to connect the knowledge based buildings in the area
16. What should be the role of single-story architecture in relation to its local context?
20. Presence of green space in the building.
4. Initial and significant buildings of the university (1975)
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1. Sharif University Traditional Brick
2. Create a new model of traditional brick
3. Glaze color on the inner edges of the brick.
4. New brick features
5. Magnification of the second facade skin.
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APTUS FACTORY SHOWROOM Collaboration with Hooba Design Awards and Honors
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Principal Architect
Hooman Balazadeh
Role
Presentation, Diagram, Motion and Graphic Design
Photo Credit
Parham Taghioff, Mohammad Hassan Ettefagh
Type
Commercial › Showroom
Status
Built
Location
Karaj, Iran
Year
2020
The project brief consisted of an indoor-outdoor showroom as well as the administrative department of Aptus Concrete Block Manufacturing Factory in the suburbs of Karaj. The design process was initiated by considering the everlasting battle between different construction typologies in the suburbs, mainly industrial, agricultural, and inferior residential fabrics. The winner of such combat is usually the low-grade residential development, and the losers are landscapes and agricultural fields that are demolished to be replaced by dense and low-quality buildings. The design criteria were to create a win-win pattern between greenery and the built environment. Another issue regarding outskirt developments is providing cost-efficient construction solutions that are also aligned with the latest standards. Considering the urge for cost efficiency, it was decided to eliminate finishing layers on the entire interior and exterior of the building and to use the company’s concrete blocks as the single material forming the entirety of the building envelope. Based on the initial design criteria, the created building volume forms the exterior and interior landscapes at the same time. Instead of creating a huge “box” surrounded by greenery, it was decided to break the volume into smaller boxes that are independent and characterized based on their function. The voids created between the boxes form green spaces penetrating the building. A layered relationship between interior and exterior was formed through transparencies between the boxes. Limiting building materials to a single block enhances the perception of the exterior atmosphere and creates a varying quality of natural light during the day. There are some other concrete block manufacturers in the neighborhood of Aptus Factory. This project could define a simple pattern for this urban fabric that is not only cost-efficient but also enhances the relationship between the built environment and greenspace.
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VILLA NO.24 Collaboration with Hooba Design Awards and Honors
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Principal Architect
Hooman Balazadeh
Role
Presentation, Diagram, Motion and Graphic Design
Type
Residential › Villa
Status
Unbuilt
Location
Iran,Tehran Province, Lavasan
Year
2017
Designing a villa is a great opportunity for each architect to explore their ideologies in architecture. In this project, the investigations included a combination of dual qualities such as structure and the façade, private and public spaces, as well as open and closed spaces. This villa was part of a bigger project consisting of four villas in Lavasan, Iran. Therefore, it was decided to follow a singular strategy for all four villas, which was to use the “three squares and four spaces” geometry. Four volumetric spaces were defined as the main structure and space organizers. These four volumes were shifted over each other to maximize view and integration with greenspaces. These volumes form the public spaces of the villa. In addition to the main volumes, some cubical boxes are floating inside the spaces, defining the private spaces of the house. The main volumes include openings on the surface to create connections to the exterior green spaces. This villa was designed on three levels: the basement, the ground floor, and the first floor. Different levels of the building were organized to have a maximum connection to each other. On the basement level, there is an in-ground garden with a water pool with a visual connection to the interior space of the house. Moreover, on the ground and first floors, there is a volumetric connection between the public, the private, and the landscape of the project. Here, the organization of the interior and the exterior was established by the surface openings and the spaces created in between the volumes.
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1. Site Boundary
3. Division of volumes
5. Common Spaces
2. Design Axes
4. Change in axis and volumes
6. Private Spaces [BOX IN THE BOX]
Basement
7. Connecting Bridges
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8. The Final Volume
Ground Floor
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BAZAAR-CHE Collaboration with Navid Nazemi Office Awards and Honors
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Principal Architect
Navid Nazemi
Role
Visualization, Diagram, Motion and Graphic Design
Type
Commercial › Bazaar
Status
Under Construction
Location
Mashhad, Iran
Year
2021
The Bazaar-che project, located in the historic city of Mashhad, focuses on seamlessly integrating a large-scale commercial space into the surrounding business landscape. Specializing in original Iranian fabrics and carpets, the design caters to dual purposes, serving both as a public space and a marketplace. The project spans three levels, with the lower and ground floors accommodating modular booths for carpet and rug sales, fostering a sense of community among vendors. Maintaining a traditional bazaar ambiance, the design emphasizes simplicity externally while intricately addressing the interior’s complexities. The mono-material nature of the project underscores its architectural integrity, engaging with the external environment and showcasing the diversity of products within. The architectural language draws inspiration from Iranian bazaars, celebrating the vibrancy of cultures, audiences, and products. A central vertical connection unifies the floors and acts as a focal point, creating collective spaces and fostering social interactions. The ground floor’s central bridge hosts communal spaces, resembling a college house or teahouse, enhancing the social fabric of the market. The design’s introverted and neutral volume seamlessly integrates with the urban context, emphasizing its architectural essence. Bazaar-che’s architectural narrative transforms the space into a dynamic and culturally rich environment. Carefully considering cultural elements, spatial organization, and materiality creates a harmonious and functional marketplace, preserving the tradition of Iranian bazaars while embracing contemporary design principles.
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Basement: Presence of water.
Basement: Circulation Access.
Ground Floor: Circulation Access.
First Floor: Circulation Access.
Vertical Access.
Open Roof
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NOMAD LIBRARY Iran Public Libraries Foundation with the participation of FabLab Awards and Honors
Third Place
Teammate
Mohammad Hossein Eghlidos
Type
Public › Mobile Nomadic Library
Status
Competition › Under Construction
Location
Iran
Year
2021
Iran’s nomadic population, which covers nearly 60% of the country’s total area, has a unique nomadic architecture that has been formed in various climates and cultures. The nomadic tents, such as the Bakhtiari tribe’s black tents, are a case study for this project, which aims to create a mobile library unit as a temporary cultural center in constant contact with the nomadic community. The project involves investigating the spatial sequences of nomadic black tents and rereading and changing these sequences to discover spatial separation and a hierarchy of access. The library design consists of prefabricated units that store books without needing to leave the archive or change the repository every time the project is set up and dismantled. The roof of the library is designed to provide suitable light for reading and better air circulation without an integrated roof but can be changed in cold, mountainous, and humid climates. The library’s entire archive and repository are made available to the public, allowing everyone to touch, experience, and read each book. An open space has also been designed for educational classes, e-government facilities, movie screenings, cultural events, and studying. The structure of the portable unit, similar to nomadic tents, is designed as a combination of columns and cables to bear both compressive and tensile loads simultaneously. This compatibility with the design platform and the technical familiarity of users make it easier to accept and apply the unit. The fabric cover can be changed according to the variety of tribes and climates in different provinces, making the nomadic architecture of Iran more accessible and adaptable to the nomadic population.
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Where is the Friend’s House? Kooche Magazine Competition Awards and Honors
Honorable Mention
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Competition › Illustration
Status
Conceptual
Location
Iran
Year
2022
The language of poetry is more than just counting words; it involves a single image and scene that brings the poet’s feelings and thoughts to the reader. The extent of similarities and differences depends on the reader’s perception of the poem and the poet’s use of language. The poem is divided into two parts, with the first verse asking for the address of a friend’s house and the second verse asking for the way to the destination. The length of each verse aligns with our conception of the question and answer, with each question being short and the answer usually longer due to the respondent’s explanation. This creates tension between ignorance and knowledge, as well as brevity and length. An address can be fixed and unchanged, but if we seek someone who constantly changes themselves and their address, our search will go nowhere unless the dynamics are part of its nature. In this illustration, we adapt the poem “Address” and one of Sohrab’s paintings to search for the visual and conceptual connection between today’s literature and architecture. The image is of a placeless and intertwined city that represents the architecture of our present homes. The houses that have isolated and inactivated each of these questioners remain, while only a thin and superficial shell of finding the address of a friend remains. In this intertwined network of images, we will finally continue this search in this narrative. So this movement is rotational. We who seek a “friend” are ultimately referred to as our own. Where is the friend’s house?
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THE RETURN 14th Mirmiran Foundation Architectural Concept Competition Awards and Honors
Honorable Mention
Teammate
Farnaz Pezeshkpour
Type
Competition › Illustration
Status
Conceptual
Location
Iran
Year
2020
Stems from his urge to own an identity and integrity, or his sense of belonging to or residing in some place, the human being’s increasingly profound need to return to his roots is palpable in any way. Part of his demystifying soul is concerned with ensouling the space around him, the process of which is reversible and interactive: the soul that space has been granted by the human traces back to him, and the human, in return, exalts it. On the one hand, space is boundless and everlasting. On the other hand, geography has space manifest itself in the scheme of loci and galaxies, and architecture in the medium of the urbs and buildings. The architectural space is formed by being confined, and for the human to destroy this confinement and release it of its bounds, he has to expand it constantly—expansions with the nature of space itself or with that of the light. “Of this path, the end opens no form. For, in its beginning, there are a hundred thousand stages more.” - Hafez
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HAFT PEYKAR COLLECTION Type
Individual Project
Status
Conceptual
Location
Iran
Year
2018
The basis of this design discussion is to create a link between the inspired works and insights of “Haft Peykar” by Nizami and ancient patterns of Iranian architecture and their influence on modern graphic art. Haft Gonbad (Seven Domes) is the fourth Mathnawi by Nizami, which he began composing in 590 AH and took four years to complete. This poetic work narrates the story of Bahram Sassanian, known as Bahram Gur, and his marriage to seven princesses from seven regions. Nizami pays special attention to the significance of colors and the number seven in the narrative, creating a psychological connection between the colors and the content of the tales. Each dome’s color corresponds to a day of the week, transforming abstract time into a tangible entity. The poet beautifully describes the interplay of colors in the domes, symbolizing the celestial dome and holding a sacred place among Iranians. The journey starts at the black dome and, after passing through five colorful domes, concludes at the white dome. One prominent element is the presence of Khizr, a wise figure, throughout the stories, symbolizing moral teachings and divine connection. Nizami creatively reveals subtle similarities between objects, offering an extraordinary array of connections and proportions. The poem reflects various Sufi philosophies beyond surface meanings. The central theme is Bahram’s spiritual growth, transitioning from a wine-drinking and hunting figure to someone who completes the seven stages of mystical development. The vibrant imagery in each dome represents a new horizon, leading to spiritual transformation and a mystical ascent. The process is a repetitive and continuous journey, depicting the human quest to reach higher spiritual states even after reaching a perceived destination. The article uses Nizami’s poetry to visualize different layers of narratives from the “Haft Peykar” illustrating the mystical and ascetic journey and the subsequent descent. It explores recurring themes of the search for truth, imaginative power, and the continuous pursuit of perfection beyond temporal and spatial constraints.
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THE ACCIDENT Type
Individual Project
Status
Conceptual
Location
Iran
Year
2021
This design research aims to create an intermediate connection between inspired works and insights, “Haft Peykar” by Nizami Ganjavi and “Graham Harman’s Object-Oriented Ontology Philosophy and its Impact on Horizontal Ontological Architecture.”. Nizami, in the beautiful description of the Haft Peykar, its shimmering and changing color with the change of the angle of the sun, the perfect combination of color between each dome and the garment, says that assigning a color to each day of the week means turning time, which is an abstract matter, into a tangible entity. The idea of motifs has been created either through harmony or contrast. One of the outstanding creations in Haft Peykar is the discovery of very subtle similarities between objects and other objects. In most poems, multiple similes are seen. While we compare the first object to the second, the second is also compared to the third and sometimes the fourth element, and the poet presents an extraordinary mixture of connections and proportions between these similes. Graham Harman’s Object-Oriented Ontology philosophy, an ontology that emphasizes the breakdown of spatial hierarchies and vertical categorization, is founded on a world of objects wrapped in other objects. In horizontal ontology, whole things are composed of other whole things and not of parts; this theory proposes multiple outsides and insides instead of one outside and one inside, which delays how the mass is not dependent on the platform of the project. By resisting harmony with the physical features of the substrate, ground, and mass are separated and viewed as two independent but equally important architectural issues.
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