Porous Cube, crafted from intertwined threads, symbolizing the twisting path of architectural conceptualization, and indicating that space emerges not only from solid forms, but also from voids
Gha zal Lahooti
Architecture Student
CONTACT
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ABOUT ME
As an enthusiast of Sustainable Architecture and Urban Design, I’m dedicated to discovering and applying innovative approaches that address the impact of living spaces on human and environmental health. My goal is to contribute to a greener future by crafting practical, innovative designs that prioritize sustainability
EDUCATION
B.Sc. in Architecture:
Iran University of Science and Technology
Thesis
GPA : 3.59/4
Master of SUDes Student Lund University
WORK EXPERIENCE
CERTIFICATES
Working for a Sustainable Future
Revit for Architectural Design Exam Prep. Coursera
SOFTWARE SKILLS
Internship
Cedrus Architecture Office
Junior Architect
LANGUAGE
Hobbies
Persian: Native
English: Proficiency
German: Upper-Intermediate
Swedish: Beginner
VINE CONCEPT DIAGRAM
Location: Damavand, Iran
Year: 2023
Professor: Dr. Abbas Tarkashvand
Academic-Individual project
The southern route to Mount Damavand’s summit is a popular choice among climbers each year because of its convenient access. To enhance safety and comfort during the ascent, having a shelter is essential along this route. However, the existing stone shelter at the third camp of Damavand encounters various challenges. In response, the new shelter design prioritizes the use of sustainable and lightweight materials while incorporating clean energy sources. This approach aims to minimize reliance on fossil fuels and address the issues faced by the current shelter.
Damavand Mountain Refuge 01
Problem Statement
The current mountain shelter at Mount Damavand’s third camp is confronted with significant challenges. These include a shortage of vital amenities like heating, ventilation, and potable water. Security concerns have arisen due to the absence of lockers, leading to potential theft risks. Furthermore, the existing waste disposal system contributes to environmental damage. It is imperative to tackle these issues to improve climber safety, satisfaction, and promote environmental sustainability.
SWOT ANALYSIS
Strengths
• PoPular Southern route
• exiSting natural glacierS
• Sun radiantS
Weaknesses
• abundance of waSte
• batch Sewage SyStem
• lack of electricity and lighting SyStem
• abSence of Storage and warehouSe
Design Intent
• Sustainable Energy for a greener future
pportunities
• utilizing Solar energy by inStalling Photovoltaic PanelS
• conStructing a water treatment Plant
hreats
• freezing in cold SeaSonS
• riSk of wild animal attackS on oPen-SPace camPS
• PoSSibility of theft by local thieveS
Incorporated sustainable design features, including photovoltaic (PV) panels, to harness solar energy for electricity generation. These panels convert sunlight into electrical power. Excess energy can be stored in batteries for reliable power during low-sunlight periods.
• Providing Welfare amenties for climbers
Providing More indoor Dormitories
Implanting fences around the mountain refuge to provide safty outdoor.
Inclusion of an operating room. Primarily for surface surgeries before transferring injured individuals via helicopter.
Providing a proper disposal system
• Implanting a Water treatment sytem
Considering the site’s conditions, various criteria such as ease of installation, cost, and independence from electricity need to be taken into account for water purification design. Therefore, it seems that a gravity-fed water purification system would be the best option.
Radiants PV Panels
Generator
Location of the current mountain
Considering the direction of sunlight, photovoltaic panels and panoramic windows are designed on the southern facade.
Sun Path
Given the prevailing wind direction, the form should be designed in a way to withstand winds and heavy storms effectively.
Wind Direction
1. Southern Entry 2. Outdoor Campsite 3. Fire place
Refuge Entry
Northern Entry
Helipad
1- Levels classification based on the main usage
3- East-west orientation for maximizing sunlight exposure.
Entry
4- Volume triangulation for utilizing the triangular concept in the form of mountains.
2- Rotating the blocks to withstand the north-western winds The First Alternative
Second Alternative The Third Alternative The Fourth Alternative
Entry
On the first floor of this complex, an emergency room, storage, restroom, and utility room are located. Additionally, due to the fewer winter ascents, a lounge has been designed on this floor. This allows the closure of the other two floors during the cold seasons to prevent energy loss.”
The second floor houses the dining hall and kitchen. Additionally, considering the crowding on Mount Damavand during the spring and summer seasons, there is a need for staff. For this reason, a rest area has been designated for them. Furthermore, energy converter generators are also located on this floor.”
The sleeping quarters are strategically placed on the highest floor to not only benefit from the naturally higher temperatures, but also to minimize disturbance from daily movements in the dining hall on lower floors. Furthermore, an emergency room on this floor is designed for easy transportation of injured individuals, taking advantage of the proximity to the helipad.
Sky
Panels
Floor Plans
Section A-A
North Elevation
Section B-B
East Elevation
South Elevation
Section A-A
West Elevation
Soil
LED recessed lighting
Greenary
Wood for Interior
Cladding
Corrugated Metal for the Exterior Facade
Minimal Bunk Bed
Extracted colors from Nature
Dormitory
Ground Floor Sitting Area
Second Floor Sitting Area Dining Area
Location: Tehran Year: 2023
Professor: Dr. Mitra Ghafourian Academic/Individual project
As more people migrate from the suburbs and neighboring towns to Tehran, the city’s residents are grappling with increased air and noise pollution. The surge in population has intensified the need for housing to accommodate the newcomers. In this design, we strive to alleviate these challenges by providing a sense of personal space through the incorporation of courtyards at the height of each apartment unit. This innovative approach allows each residential unit to enjoy its own small garden, enhancing the overall living experience.
Atieh Residental Town 02
The concerning surge in population density in Tehran is giving rise to alarming levels of air and noise pollution. The simultaneous increase in construction activity and deforestation is compounding the issue, resulting in a notable decline in urban green spaces. This intricate situation not only severs the residents’ connection with nature but also poses a pressing problem that demands urgent attention for the advancement of sustainable urban development
Effect of Pollution
Air and noise pollution in mega cities adversely affect residents’ mental and physical health by causing respiratory problems, cardiovascular issues, chronic diseases, stress, sleep disturbances, anxiety, and depression. Mitigating these environmental challenges is essential for enhancing the overall wellbeing of city dwellers.
Design Intent
Incorporating double-height balconies for residents
Reconnecting lost human-nature interaction
Planting trees strategically to reduce carbon dioxide impact Creating horizontal connectivity through skywalks in the design
Establishing a neighborhood center to foster community bonds
Creating a green belt to act as a barrier against external air and noise pollution
Introducing playground Guiding automobiles away from the site perimeter for pedestrian safety
Site Analysis
This design has been developed based on site analysis, ensuring that residents of the new neighborhood are situated away from the pollution caused by automobiles. Additionally, two access points for both pedestrians and vehicles have been strategically positioned along the quietest streets, optimizing the tranquility of the environment. Moreover, the proximity to a bus station has been integrated into the design to enhance the convenience and comfort of the residents.
The lack of green spaces around the site under consideration implies a higher concentration of carbon dioxide in this area.Therefore, the creation of green spaces is an integral part of this design.
Dadman Boulevard and Farahzadi Boulevard, as two main arteries, are among the busiest and most congested routes. Cooperation Street, being a secondary road, is less busy and quieter compared to the main thoroughfares.
Green space dispersion
The presence of two high schools and a hospital on the western and southern fronts of the site contributes to increased traffic and pollution density in this area.
The level of noise pollution according to the amount of traffic on each street
Given the direction of sunlight, the majority of windows should be designed on the north-south axis to achieve optimal utilization of sunlight.
Considering the prevailing wind direction, the form design should be streamlined in that direction to mitigate the effects of wind turbulence.
Sun Path
Sadat St. Dadman
Farahzadi
Location of the studied Site
Saadat Abad, located in the northwestern part of Tehran, the capital city of Iran
The main idea behind the design of this complex is inspired by the stepped houses of Masouleh, located in northern Iran. These houses are designed in a way that the ceiling of each house functions as the floor for the upper house, resulting in each residence having its own exclusive courtyard. In other words, each house also possesses a small share of the sky. This design aims to establish a direct interaction among the residents within a building block. To achieve this goal, inspiration is drawn from the sabats (enclosed alleys) in some Iranian cities, which traditionally served as the central gathering place for neighborhood residents, fostering more intimate connections and relationships among the inhabitants of the complex.
Considering Iranian culture and the significant importance of privacy, the entry to each unit is designed hierarchically, and with the help of corridors, it distinguishes between private and semi-private spaces.
Designing a 6-story residential apartment building.
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Sabat, a traditional Persian architectural element, refers to enclosed alleys or covered passages that historically served as communal gathering spaces, fostering social interaction among neighborhood residents.
The stepped houses of Masuleh in northern Iran feature a unique architectural design where each house’s ceiling serves as the floor for the upper house, creating a series of stepped terraces and courtyards.
Creating skywalks between units.
Rotating the form according to wind direction and sun radiation
Site Plan
Site Legend
1. Pedestrain Entry
2. Car Entry
3. Residental Apartments
4. Shopping Mall
5. Kindergarten
6. Neighborhood Center
7. Table tennis court
8. Tennis Court
9. Basketball Court
10. Car Road
11-Guest Parking
Floor Plans
1. Entry
5. Master Bedroom
6. Walk in Closet
7- Bedroom
8- Laundry
9- Living Room
10- Dining zone
11- Sitting Room
12- Elevator 13- Skywalk
Section B-B
Section A-A
Location: Tehran
Year: 2022
Academic/Individual project
Professor: Dr. Mohammad Taraghijah
The Sadaf Park is located in the northeast of Tehran, at the end of a dead-end alley in the Mobarakeh Abad neighborhood. In this project, a proposed design is presented to replace the current cultural center building. The existing structure is a simple construction. The aim of this design is to create a building that reflects the identity and culture of Iranians, drawing inspiration from the past for the future.
Sadaf Cultural Center
Site Analysis
Considering the prevailing wind direction, the form design should be streamlined in that direction to mitigate the effects of wind turbulence.
Sun Path
Given the direction of sunlight, the majority of windows should be designed on the north-south axis to achieve optimal utilization of sunlight.
Nasihat St. Orkide dead end
Shemshad St
Location of the studied Site, Sadaf Park
Prespective view to the Street
The level of noise pollution according to the amount of traffic on each street
Iran Territory
Heravi Neighborhood
In ancient Iran, the cypress tree symbolized beauty, height, strength, and stability, particularly in Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh. It became an emblem of power, authenticity, courage, and resistance in Iranian culture, expressed in various art forms.Similarly, the “Chelipa” or “Gerdune Mehr” in Islamic art and architecture takes two forms. One represents the tree of life, human figures, and cardinal directions, symbolizing blessings and fertility. The other, a broken cross, signifies the rotational movement of the universe. Despite its prohibition in clothing, the Chelipa is extensively used in Iranian monuments, showcasing its enduring cultural significance.
Cypress Tree on Persepolis Carvings
Chelipa(Swastika)
Cypress Tree Concept Form
Rearranging form components for maximizing sunlight utilization.
Form Integration
Form Division Form Division
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4.
7.
Site Legend
1. Nasihat Street
2. Northern entrance
Outdoor Amphitheater
Fountain
5. Entry
6. Southern Entry
Orkide Street
Elevations
3. Amphitheater Lobby
5. Pray room
1. Entry
2. Main Hall
4. Amphitheater
6.Toilet
7.Show room
1. First Floor Entry
2. Lobby
3. Cafe
4. Library
5. Store
6. Toilet
7.Show room
Section A-A
Section
Sadaf Cultural Center Cafe Interior Design
Pendant Lamp
Wooden Coffee Table
Arm Chair
Plant
Hand Crafted Building Model/Sepinoud
During my collaboration with the Cedrus Architecture Office, I had the honor of constructing two models based on their designs. I strongly believe that building models allows for a close encounter with architectural details on a smaller scale, enhancing a deeper understanding of the significance of those details.
Residental Apartment
Video of Assembling Sepinoud Residental Apartment
Cardboard
Hand Carved Balsa wood
Hand Crafted Building Model/Villa No.2 Zibadasht
Cardboard
Bandage
Iron Filings and Nail Polish
Basti Villa Interior Design/ Guest Toilet
Professional-Group project
Year: 2023
Interior Design : Ghazal Lahooti
Render: Ali Vafadar
Steel Water Tap
Black and Golden Marble
Wall Hanged Toilet
Velvet Wall Finish Pendant Lamp
Satinless Steel
Black Mirror led recessed lighting
Abbas-Abad Villa Interior Design
Professional-Group project
Year: 2023
Interior Design : Ghazal Lahooti
Render: Ali Vafadar
Lego Texture
led recessed lighting
Soft Carpet
Wooden Accessories
Lego-Wood-Blue
Abbas-Abad Villa Interior Design
Professional-Group project
Year: 2023
Interior Design : Ghazal Lahooti
Render: Ali Vafadar
Bunny- Wood- Pink
Wooden Accessories
Bunny Bed
Pendant Cloud Lighting
Soft Carpet
Vine Concept Diagram
Professional-Group project
Year: 2023
Interior Design : Ghazal Lahooti
Render: Ali Vafadar
Peyvand Architecture Visualisation
Professional-Group project
Year: 2023
Visualisation : Ghazal Lahooti
Hand Sketches
Kazakkhane mansion, Tehran, Iran
City Theater, Tehran, Iran
Shams Al Amara mansion, Tehran, Iran
My Bedroom Interior Sketch/ Tehran, Iran
My Mother’s Bedroom Interior Sketch/ Tehran, Iran
My Aunt’s apartment Living Room Interior Sketch/ Tehran, Iran
Material and Construction Workshop
In Material and Construction Workshop we have learned different practical skills including welding, carpentry, model makinking, pottery and working with plaster.
Pottery
Smithery and Welding
Carpentry
Plasterwork
Edible Material cake with Concrete and copper concept
Photography
Photographing historical buildings and sometimes abandoned structures in Iran is among my interests. It connects me to the history of Iran as well as its rich architecture.
Paramis Garden Penthouse Staircase Argo Factory, Tehran, Iran Interior Architecture of Dowlat Abad Garden WWWind catcher, Yazd Telegraphkhane building, Tehran Argo Factory, Tehran, Iran
