ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

SHADEGAN ECOTOURISM VILLAGE (Thesis Project)

Location : Shadegan | Function : Ecotourism | Condition : Designed

Professor: Mr. Azimi

The initial interest in this subject of research was due to the fascination with indigenous tourism. After considering all the potentials and risks associated with it, an ecological approach was adopted to preserve and organize a particular atrisk area of the region. The aim was to combine the natural and cultural elements to create a collective space formation. Thus, an ecotourism village was designed with a variety of functions that respond to the culture, economy, and environment of the region. The village comprises a collection of buildings located in the heart of the Pond, where visitors can experience the peacefulness of the area by walking on a hanging bridge and passing through the buildings. The design of this complex incorporates buildings with different functions, such as a market, museum, research institute, service centers, recreational and residential locations, and more.

PREGOLA

Bird Watching Turret

It was tried to have visual and convergent coherence with surroundings, so the result was far different from the initial designs by considering the warm and humid climate of the area, and they became to some low volume forms and, less massive buildings and lighter structures with spacing distance between them to have more air flow..

The ellipsoid shape is considered according to the traditional architecture (MOZYF) and the nature of the area, with soft angles, stagnant air flow stops and fits with the humidity of the area. Because of the high temperature of this region, to have better air conditioning, the height of the buildings are more than the normal size and some valves are fitted on the roof to the desirable winds com from the mountain. With help of stretched tall windows, it helps to ventilate and airflow inside the building. Also by creating distance from the ground floor (CAT PATH), it was tried to exacerbate the flow of air from all directions of the building specially from the ground with the high water level.

Finally by combining the similar function buildings together and form some functional building blocks, there is the possibility for readability in movement between spaces and shadings so the structures are tied together and are coherent. While a lighter volume which is consonant with the natural and cultural context is formed, but is very different from the original heavy structure which was designed in the beginning

Ecotourism is a kind of trip to the natural areas with special respon sibility towards keeping the environment safe and improve the life of local residents.

In 1996, the union of the conservation of nature and natural re source, expanded the above explanation of ecotourism as below: It is a viable ecological visit of the pristine natural area which its pur pose is, to enjoy the nature, realize its blessing aspects and fact with its related cultural features. This would lead to promote the protection and would keep the area safe from negative effects of the visitors on the nature. Also it would provide conditions to create jobs and employing benefits for them.

Shadegan international wildlife refuge and its international pond, with an area of more than 400 thousands hectares, of plain green lands, are located at Shedegan city in Khozestan province of IRAN. But there is no location for staying the tourists in the city.

Shadegan Pond has a great Potential for attracting the tourists because of the Variety of vegetables and green lands,its biological creatures and also the fresh water and salty water both. The purpose of this research:

-Attention to its culture, economical &enviromental condition and infranstructures.

-accurte planning for the fundamental examples & how to manage them.

-provide attractions for the visitors

-promotethe level of scientific and enviromental knowldge.

-coordination of economic and scientific development with the job creations in soci ety and sustainable enviromental development.

Sattarkhan Residential Complex Architecture Design 5

Location : Tehran | Area :25000m² | Function :Residentional | Condition : Designed Professor: Mr. Motallebipour

Starkhan Residential Project

The project started with an analysis of the existing apartments on the site. The strengths and weaknesses were evaluated, and the good features that should be repeated in the new design and the problems that should be resolved were identified. The Starkhan complex consists of 360 units in three 21-story towers on a 25,000 square meter land with an 8,000 square meter footprint and a useful area of 56,000 square meters. Apart from the buildings being outdated and neglected, the lack of identity and typical plans was seen as the first problem. Living in homes that have no visual differences from each other can never meet the needs of all residents.

-Strengths

Good green space in the courtyard.

The presence of a meeting room on the ground floor of each tower. Predicted shops on the ground floor that meet the needs of residents. These shops belong to the complex and their rental provides income for the residents.

Proper positioning of the towers in relation to the street and in communication with each other.

-Weaknesses

In addition to architectural problems, residents of the complex face numerous problems. Most of them complain about insecurity, uncontrolled movements, theft, drug dealing, etc.

-Solving the Problems

Although it may not seem at first that these social problems are related to architecture, a little contemplation leads to the conclusion that ensuring the security of the complex by predicting children’s play areas in controllable locations, defining proper entrances and exits that are controllable, avoiding designing cramped and dark spaces, and predicting usage for all open spaces of the complex are some of the points that, if observed in the design of the new complex, can prevent future problems.

One of the issues that leads to insecurity is the large number of units that make it difficult, and sometimes impossible, to control the movement of residents and guests. These relatively affordable and densely populated neighborhoods, due to the insecurity caused by the inability to control movement, have become safe havens for drug dealers and buyers all over the world. This project, with 360 units and more than 900 residents, can be compared to such neighborhoods.

It seems that creating a complex with fewer units, where the residents at least recognize each other’s faces, can be useful in identifying unfamiliar individuals and preventing potential crimes. A complex that is reminiscent of old alleys and neighborhoods.

Considering the relative alleviation of the housing shortage problem in recent years, building three towers with less density and fewer units will not be unrealistic. Avoiding the high-rise apartment trend, occupying more land to preserve the connection with existing green space, and distancing the project as much as possible from resembling an apartment.

-Project manifestation

Given the manifestation of the towers in the current project and the surrounding vegetation, it has been decided to place the buildings in the location of existing buildings. However, due to the reasons mentioned above, it is possible to shorten the buildings as much as the trees allow and expand them. Where trees conflict with buildings, the structure is hollowed out, creating space for the tree. This form of manifestation, while reminiscent of the form of placement of previous towers, seems to be distributed according to the needs of each family, as if breaking their dry and icy forms, and each has settled in a peaceful place.

-Volumetric concept

Considering the importance of the plan and the function between spaces in residential spaces, it seemed impossible to follow a particular volumetric form and place the functions within it. Therefore, a new concept of volumetric design has been proposed. Instead of a predefined and fixed form, the structure is designed as a flexible, three-dimensional framework. In this framework, the residents can flexibly place their preferred functions and living spaces. The flexibility of the structure allows for changes in the layout of the building according to the needs of residents over time.

The result of this approach is a complex that is not limited to predetermined spatial functions but instead can adapt and evolve over time to accommodate the changing needs and desires of the residents translated into the design of a spiral staircase, both in plan and elevation. This idea, in addition to opening up the designer’s hands for planning, creates the possibility of creating unique covered terraces and courtyards for each unit by stepping back and forth between the floors. At the top of this staircase, we reach the special units, which are located on the least crowded floor with the best light and view due to the pyramid shape of the volume. The interplay of full and empty spaces created by stacking the floors on top of each other completely solves the problem of lighting and ventilation, in addition to using some of the ceiling lighting in some places.

Summary of ideas:

1- Avoidance of apartment typologies:

Although this idea multiplies the difficulty of design several times, it is undeniable that moving the project away from typical apartment examples is essential. The uniqueness of each unit from the other units plays a crucial role in defining the identity and concept of the home for individuals.

2- Strengthening the relationship between neighbors:

Initially, we introduce projects where communication between residents of different ages is considered one of the main points of design. The results of this communication between residents are very significant. These projects are called Intergeneration architecture. In these projects, different generations are placed side by side, each person’s needs are met separately, and by predicting collective spaces, the possibility of creating a connection between them is provided. In examples executed in Europe, adding a nursing home and a kindergarten to a residential complex and their relationship with each other has strengthened this connection and created a deep emotional relationship between generations. In numerous reports from these complexes, it has been stated that a child who does not have a grandmother has found herself in one of the elderly or neighbors and the elderly person has replaced her distant grandchild with a child from her neighborhood

Prediction of communal spaces in floors:

Creating such spaces in floors, in addition to predicting them on the ground floor as sports and social halls, provides the possibility of creating connections on a smaller scale and between neighbors living in a shared floor.

Moreover, placing age-specific spaces in close proximity to each other, such as a nursery next to a sports and a shared green space with other blocks, is very effective in strengthening this connection. Emphasis on more connection with nature and green space:

The existing site is very rich in plant coverage. Ancient plane and tall pine trees are abundant on the site between the blocks.

In addition to maintaining and emphasizing the existing vegetation coverage, efforts have been made to add to it and establish a relationship between residents and the targeted green space.

To this end, the following points have been considered in the design:

Design of open rooftop terraces for all units

These private courtyards, designed independently for each unit, include flower boxes designed for planting short-rooted shrubs. The view of these plants from inside the units provides a new definition of apartment living. Their appearance from different angles of the facade provides the possibility of growing diverse plants and doubles the beauty of the facade.

• Greenhouse design

Two greenhouses have been designed in the southeast and west corners of the site. One of them plays the role of a flower shop due to its close proximity to the street, serving not only the complex residents but also outsiders.

The other greenhouse, located exactly opposite it, is divided in a way to encourage people to plant flowers, and each unit has a section for planting different plants for personal use.

Treehouse design

Living in a treehouse is everyone’s childhood dream. By building a sample of these houses in the central courtyard of the complex... (the sentence is incomplete and needs to be finished).

Treehouse Design

The experience of living in a treehouse is a childhood dream for all of us. By building a model of these houses in the central courtyard of the Lablab complex, surrounded by tall trees, the opportunity to experience this feeling has been given to both children of today and yesterday.

• Green Architecture

Valuing nature and being close to it is not just limited to plants and flowers. In the design of this complex, an effort was made to use sustainable architectural features, including:

Greywater system: treating wastewater from showers, laundry, and washing machines and reusing it for irrigation of plants, flush tanks, and firefighting purposes. Using solar energy for electricity and hot water consumption

Creating a green wall: using this type of wall on the courtyard walls and some facade points Throughout all of these stages, the aim has always been to present a new definition of apartment living in the final project. To some extent, it addresses the problems of today’s apartment living and creates a pleasant space for everyone to live together.

INTERNATIONAL LANDSCAPE & ARCHITECTURAL COMPETITION ILAND RSA

Location : Tehran | Function : Rest and Service Area | Condition : Honorable Mention in Competition& Approved

The caravanserais of the central plateau of Iran have always been a place for travelers to rest and renew their energy on long journeys. These buildings divided the distance of the route before and after them, not only as a temporary place but also as a place for staying and trading. The design of the Iranian roadside building is based on this principle. To create a place outside the hustle and bustle of the road and outside the harsh climate of the region for urban people today, to separate travelers from the rush to continue their journey and reach their destination, because the land of Iran can be a destination for travelers. Our idea is different from the usual form of roadside complexes that are located alongside the road and cars park between the building and the road, and the view of the building is inevitably towards the roads and cars.

Considering the dimensions of the project land, our proposal is to create an introverted building that takes travelers out of the weather on the road and allows them to rest for a short or long time.

Since the conditions of the land and the path of the power transmission towers have a strong pressure, the volume created can be opened towards the western green space, and travelers and the fast-food restaurant can benefit from its view.

Due to the large courtyard created in front and the central courtyard of the building, the connection of these two courtyards creates a long green axis that includes activities such as mini golf, children’s playground, camping, etc.

The location of this project is in the middle of the road for travelers from south to north of the country and vice versa. Our proposal is to create residential spaces for independent competitions on the second floor of the northern side.

In view of the dimensions of the project land, our proposal is to create an introverted building that takes travelers out of the weather on the road and allows them to rest for a short or long time.

Considering the dimensions of the building and the future development of the Iranian land complex, we decided to open parts of the central courtyard that, in addition to future traffic routes, help keep the central courtyard cool during the day by creating bright shades.

Food court, brand stores and view of the central courtyard

Food court for dining and view of the western landscape

Food court, view from the location of the stalls

Camping and shelter

Exit route for cars

Car wash and servicing for passenger cars

Gasoline and gasoline station for passenger cars

Diesel pump for heavy vehicles

Heavy machinery repair and parts shop

Parking for heavy vehicles

Car movement route without using the gasoline station.........................................

Car movement route for using the gasoline station without entering the complex.............

Car movement route after using the gasoline station................................................

..........Entrance and exit communication space to the central courtyard.............

Ceramic Pieces

Sculptures Inspired By Nature

I am interested in contemporary art with simple lines which are informed by my passion for architectrue.

As a ceramic artist I enjoy the impact of sharing experience that can be found in the immediacy and sensuality of working with clay. Through my ceramic work, I love to experiment with contrast of colors in slips or glazes and texture, which I use to explore the world of design. My practice embraces sustainable process; i recycle clay and try to make chamootte from my Broken thing.

I Believe in transformative power of raw material and the benefits of meditative time spent on making together. I believe in power of art as a device for inquiry and an agent for Change.

The presented works of art are the product of observation and photography of a pristine nature.

These sculptures aim to showcase examples of texture, contrast of colors and light stem from combination of natural elements.

Eventually, by adding light, not only dose emphasize the mentioned features, but also an architect’s demand for the function

_46×30×15 (Lamp)

_32×25×15 (Lamp)

I have been interested in origami and playing with Legos since childhood, and this interest is evident in the field of my architectural design and ceramic pieces, as I reach new forms by combining primary patterns. In leading forms, inspired by nature and using mineral pigments, efforts have been made to bring forth the texture, contrast of colors, and light resulting from the coexistence of natural elements. As a result, a natural and spontaneous texture is formed, with the nature of these shapes resembling stones, which sometimes appear through the play of colors and in some cases in the form of fine locks during the construction process.

Modouls

In designing lights, the aim is to allow the user to create their desired form based on their personal taste and spatial combination by playing with modular components. Overall, considering the limitations of ceramic, efforts have been made to design flexibility, for example, in the design of the sunflower table lamp, the ability to rotate and change direction has been taken into account, and it can also be used as a pendant lamp.