Reyhaneh Mohsenian - Portfolio 2024

PORTFOLIO.

Reyhaneh Mohsenian selected works

REYHANEH MOHSENIAN

M.Sc Student of Architecture

Email: reyhaneh.mohsenian@hcu-hamburg.de

Telephone: +49 176 47089912

EDUCATION

Erasmus Exchange Semester: M.Sc Urban Planning and Policy Design — Politecnico di Milano, Milan, Italy

FEBRUARY - JULY 2024

M.Sc Architektur — HafenCity Universität, Hamburg, Deutschland

SINCE OCTOBER 2022

B.Sc Architecture — University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran

SEPTEMBER 2017 - FEBRUARY 2022

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

acollage architektur urbanistik - Werkstudentin

Model making, 2D drafting, 3D modeling, graphic design, layout, visualisation.

JUNE - DECEMBER 2023

Tehran Urban Innovation Center "TUIC"Independent Junior Researcher

Voluntary research with the title "Searching for Urban Tranquility", to be published as a TUIC 101 issue. Supervised by Prof. Nashid Nabian.

SINCE FEBRUARY 2022

Ali Haghighi Architects - Internship

Full participation in individual projects in drafting 2D drawings, 3D modeling, destruction plan, interior design, renders, research

MARCH - MAY 2022

Shamseh Consulting Company - Internship

Participation in the design phase, research and site analysis, 2D drawings in AutoCAD

JULY - SEPTEMBER 2019

Creative Coding Workshop: “Processing” Software

DigitalFUTURES

JULY 2022

Freeform Space Structures: Active Bending Shells Workshop

Tehran University of Art, Digital Craft House

DECEMBER 2021

CADF98: Floating Plates Structure University of Tehran, Digital Craft House

FEBRUARY 2020

Workshop on Regeneration: Project Taar II

INTBAU Spain, INTBAU Iran, Terrachidia Association, Atelier Sigman, Architectural Association of Tehran University

SEPTEMBER 2019

SOFTWARES WORKSHOPS

Revit

Rhino

Vectorworks

ArchiCAD

Lumion/Enscape

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

LANGUAGES

Persian English Deutsch

Native language Proficient Working Proficiency

THE GARDEN

“Understanding the social structure and dynamics of the garden in Kampnagel by analyzing the space through the frictions, practices, and physical manifestations.”

Reyhaneh Mohsenian, Gesche Valentin, Gözde Öner

Urban Design Project: Transforming the Minimum, Speculating Kampnagel – SS 2023

Prof. Bernd Kniess bernd.kniess@hcu-hamburg.de

Our research on “The Garden“ focuses on how space is created collectively- how different people contribute to shaping it. Beyond being a physical entity, the garden encapsulates the fusion of intentions, perceptions, and influences of those who inhabit it. As it transforms under the hands of its inhabitants, the garden‘s purpose shape-shifts, adpoting roles that reflect the evolving identities of those who give it life.

Diverse interpretations coexist, portraying the garden as the community’s private backyard and a platform for their artistic expression, or as a public green space accessible to all. But who does the garden really belong to?

From the book:

.... One of the fundamental goals of this research is to identify the visible and invisible borders that define this space. These boundaries, both real and conceptual, depict the interactions between the garden’s occupants and the wider societal context. By interpreting the interrelation of these borders, our goal is to reveal the complex power dynamics that underlie the garden’s existence, and how they impact the conflicting perceptions of its function.

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AROLSEN ARCHIVES

Reyhaneh Mohsenian, Güldem Gönül

Konzeptionelles Entwerfen – WS 2023/24

Professorin Gesine Weinmiller gesine.weinmiller@hcu-hamburg.de

The proposed archive building in Bad Arolsen blends symbolic significance, innovative construction, and aesthetic design, aiming to become a city landmark. Encased in a robust 45 cm thick concrete facade, the structure houses archives symbolizing a deep commitment to preserving history. With an open ground floor layout featuring offices and a conference hall encircling the archive, crafted in a lightweight timber frame, the design facilitates fluid movement and invites visitors. Contrasting wood elements against the concrete facade create a distinctive aesthetic, while a memorial space within the foyer encourages reflection on the past. This concept prioritizes functionality alongside profound symbolism and aesthetic expression.

East Elevation

Section

Section B-B

THE CULTIVATED we explored the role of renewable resources in construction, focusing on materials that, like those in agriculture, can be harvested in short cycles. Our hemp stalk consists of woody shives and surrounding fibers. and/or starch, hemp shives exhibit excellent properties as a biological building material. Its strengths lie in its ease of processing and -

moisture resistance

Our design, “The Hemp House,” in Copenhagen, is a public cultural center situated on an island in Copenhagen’s harbor, adjacent to the renowned opera house.

Lageplan M 1:5000

Honsebrolobet

Oper

Außenwand (diffusionsoffen)

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Geschossdecke

Teilansicht M 1:100

Schnitt B-B M 1:500

Schnitt A-A M 1:500

Ansicht Nord M 1:500

Ansicht Ost M 1:500

COLUMNS

Due to the low compressive stress that can be absorbed by hempcrete, ring-shaped willow rods are used to transfer normal force. Hemp ropes absorb the ring force and, together with the hempcrete, prevent the pasture rods from buckling.

COMPONENTS

All components are made exclusively from circular, biological materials. The materials used also have good insulating properties and are insensitive to moisture. In order to improve fire protection, the components are covered with a clay plaster.

Detail Section

Detail Horizontal Section

SANCTUARY OF THE MIND

B.Sc. Thesis - University of Tehran – WS 2021/22

Prof.

Leila Alipour leila.alipour@ut.ac.ir

A space specifically designed for ‘rest’ and ‘tranquility’, especially in a city where extremely heavy traffic and pollution have made the inhabitants restless and anxious, seems to provide some comfort. This building has taken form from the inside out, where every part of it awakens a sensory experience, made to increase mindfulness and inner peace. The project has three main parts, as a notion to the three main aspects of a human being: ‘the body’, ‘the mind’, and ‘the soul’. The journey through each section, is a personal one, in which the visitor interacts with the space and allows themself to contemplate and to slowly heal.

The idea behind this project is that a visitor must go through the different stages of the healing process in any order they please, and these three phases are presented by three blocks, seperated as to create a threshold where one can be aware of the passing from one space to another.and to intensify mindfulness of the visitor through this journey.

As visitors pass through the building, a sense of reconnection with the inner self is evident. Passing through thresholds and experiencing the vivid effects of the contrast between light and shadow, enhances one’s experience.

Physical activities related to the earthly body are situated in the sunlit south block, with an adjustable curtain wall which combines the inside and outside hence allowing the body to connect with natural surroundings.

THE HIERARCHY

The three blocks were situated around one central courtyard, with a colonnade circling around it to provide connection and a threshold between one space and another. The hierarchy of the spaces consists of one block with a seperate garden, the colonnade, then the central courtyard.

TUIC 101: SEARCHING FOR URBAN TRANQUILITY

Tehran Urban Innovation Center (TUIC)

Under the guidance of Prof. Nashid Nabian Mentors: Golrokh Heidarian, Avisa Yazdani

February 2022 – 2024

As part of TUIC 101, a series of publishments promoting agile knowledge, this research aims to explore urban tranquility through an extensive analysis of 101 taxonomy words paired with corresponding case studies. By examining various aspects of architectural design and environmental configuration, the study seeks to understand the complex interplay between built environments and the sense of tranquility they evoke, especially in the context of bustling cityscapes.

www.tuic.ir/en/101/

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Each taxonomy word, ranging from navigational experiences to sensory encounters, provides insights into the diverse elements influencing urban tranquility. Through a curated selection of case studies representing different scales, functions, and styles, the research aims to uncover universal principles and unique strategies employed in fostering peaceful urban environments.

WORKSHOP ON REGENERATION: PROJECT TAAR II

Taar village, Isfahan, Iran

INTBAU Spain, INTBAU Iran, Terrachidia Association, Atelier Sigman, Architectural Association of UT – Summer 2019

Participating in the “Workshop on Regeneration” was an eye-opening experience that shed light on the challenges facing Iran’s rural villages. Witnessing the neglect of traditional methods and the exodus towards urban centers highlighted the urgent need for action. Through engaging discussions, insightful lectures, and hands-on activities, I gained valuable insights into the importance of conservation, sustainability, and indigenous construction.

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This experience not only deepened my understanding of these issues but also empowered me with practical tools and solutions to contribute towards the revitalization of our rural communities.

1: Initial condition of the abandoned watermill (Amirreza Azadeh)

2: The watermill after its restoration (Sonia Beygi)

After a week of intensive work, we successfully restored the watermill and its main chamber using traditional techniques under the supervision of academic and local experts.

1. The chamber after its excavation The chamber after its excavation

2. Reconstruction of the chamber’s ceiling

3. Reconstruction of the chamber’s ceiling

4. Chamber’s ceiling after its reconstruction

During the workshop, discussions centered on the future use of the watermill, considering options like maintaining it as a traditional mill, transforming it into a museum, or converting it into a tea house. This revitalization revived a vital community space and preserved traditional wheat grinding practices.

Section of the watermill and its neighbourhood (Arkadeep Roy)

The main chamber after its excavation

The wheel once it was reassembled

FREEFORM SPACE STRUCTURES: BENDING ACTIVE SHELLS

Tehran, Iran

Tehran University of Art, Digital Craft House (DCH) February 2022

A 100 Hour workshop with lectures on active bending shells. Activities consisting of: participation in form-finding activities, parametric modeling using Rhino and Grasshopper, structural analysis with Karamba, CNC workshop, and the assembly of the structure.

Students worked in groups presenting different proposals for the structure and one was chosen to be built.

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The purpose of this workshop was to provide students with an integrated design experience and familiarity with digital fabrication tools and facilities. The ultimate goal was to produce a pavilion at the Tehran University of Art. The pavilion was constructed with sheeted materials and the technique of bending active structures.

acollage

MODELS

Hanfhaus

Das

Study model for REWE project in Bielefeld

3D Printed Roof System

Arolsen Archives Design Project WS2023/24