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Introductory

I come from Iran, a country with a rich cultural and architectural heritage. As a young architect, I have always been curious about various ways of developing modern architecture based on cultural identity. Thus, I have studied and employed traditional Iranian architecture principles to reach a design style with a regional character but compatible with a modern sense of space.

My portfolio cover is an artwork based on this architectural outlook; an imaginary city based on Isafahan’s (my hometown) historic urban context and valuable buildings but developed using collage technique as the modern world’s definition.

I studied Bachelor of Architectural Engineering at one of the leading universities in Iran. Despite being among the 10% ranked students eligible to study master’s degree, I decided to expand my experiences professionally to deepen my perception of buildings and construction details. Over a year of my working experience, I learned to be a responsible teammate, a disciplined designer, and a tireless learner believing in my capabilities. Another valuable experience includes participation in Archi-Graph classes discussing Interdisciplinary studies of architecture, graphics, and literature to improve my apprehension of aesthetics.

Since May 2021, I have been working voluntarily in Good Architecture Programme, a nonprofit organization aiming at developing the community. “Habitan” is this programme’s international platform raising awareness about affordable architecture, assisting me in exploring the sustainable approaches I am willing to pursue.

For my future path, I am genuinely keen on human-centred design and sustainability to refurbish the urban environment since I believe that architecture is alive and will always grow; it should serve the community’s well-being to create a better world for all living creatures.

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Office-Commercial Complex

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Sonbolestan Hostel

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Small Ashayeri Library

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Other Projects Artworks

(Academic, 4th Year, 2018)

(Academic, 5th Year, 2019)

(Competition, 2021)

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Office-Commercial Complex

Academic Project Year: 4th Year, Term 7&8, 2018 Architectural Design: Individual Project Technical Design: Group Project Team: Dorna Shafieioon, Aria Torabi Role: Architectural Developments, Structural Design and Calculations, Detail Design and Wall Sections Supervised by: Dr. Matin Alaghmandan (m_alaghemandan@sbu.ac.ir) Location: Tehran, Iran Built-up Area: 12000 m2 Structure: Steel Framing System with Concrete Slab

Designing mid-rise and high-rise buildings are among the toughest challenges in modern capital cities as these buildings play a crucial role in the city’s skyline, the passers-by encounter, and energy matters.

This project was about designing a 12-story multifunctional building including commercial and cultural spaces along with offices, which should have been able to serve the neighborhood, and maybe beyond, in one of the most significant parts of Tehran in terms of access and function. Besides the architectural design, all of the required technical drawings and details were also prepared to design more realistic and comprehensive in the form of BIM. These drawings present the building in four disciplines: architecture, structure, mechanical, and electrical.

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Where and For Whom?

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Residential Usage Because of the exceptional location, the building will be on a 3400m2 land, free from all sides.

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Usage Commercial Building’s Height Offices Residential Usage Commercial Building’s Height Usage 7-9 Storeys Residential Offices Offices 4-6 Storeys 7-9 Commercial Commercial 1-3 Storeys Storeys 4-6 Residential Residential 1-3 Storeys Building’s Height

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Emloyee: A more vibrant workplace!

Salesperson: A more attractive store!

Resident: A place for entertainment!

Costumer: A more diverse shopping space!

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Shops with various qualities for an easier access for the local and costumers and a wide storefront for a more enjoyable purchase.

To provide the users for entertainment and the possibility of cultral exchange while visiting the gallery or going to the cinema in the neighbourhood.

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1. Site Development

2. Pull back the office tower

3. Stepped Terraces

4. City’s Extension

5. Functional Diversity

6. Void for more light

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8. Glass Boxes

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Design Process The design process of the building is closely related to the project’s site and technical requirements as well as architectural considerations. Firstly stepped terraces are designed to be the extension of the nearby parks and resemble the stairs connecting the two streets between which the building is located. This gradual setback also avoids blocking the view of those passing by. Finally, the glass boxes, which are one of the project’s main features, reflect the voids inside, providing interaction while allowing the building to receive the most natural light.

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All drawings by the auther

This building consists of four main functions: commercial, cultural, and parking as the base building and the office as the tower. All different spaces had been organized to be easily accessible by their users from the variety of entrances besides staying connected visually to one another. In addition to the main required program, numerous communal areas had been designated to enhance the visitors’ interaction with each other and their neighborhood which is the project’s ultimate objective.

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1. Aluminium Cap 16. Rebar T18@20 2. GFRC Pannel 17. CD60 Connection 3. Connection Member 18. Adjustment Needle 4. Sub Structural Frame 19. Connection Member 5. Connection Profile 20. Runner 6. Cover Profile 21. Knauf Wall 7. Glass Railing 22. Wooden L-100 8. Box -150x30 mm 23. Knauf Ceiling 9. Ceramic Tile 24. PVC Fixed Profile 10. Cement Mortar 25. Double Glazed Window 11. Cement Screed 26. Gypsum Board 12. PL Water-proofing 27. Wooden Cornice 13.Light-weight Concrete 28. Parquet Flooring 14. Heat Insulation 29. Foam 15. Concrete Slab 30. L-80

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02 Sonbolestan Hostel Academic Project Year: Final thesis, Term 9, 2019 Individual Project Supervised by: Dr. Matin Alaghmandan (m_alaghemandan@sbu.ac.ir) Location: Isfahan, Iran Built-up Area: 4500 m2 Structure: Concrete Framing with Concrete Slab Iran is of great significance in cultural, historical, and natural attractions with numerous unused potential in the tourism industry. Among its several amazing cities, Isfahan is one of the most popular destinations for travelers worldwide. However, the importance of staying in a hostel that provides for an economical, vibrant experience enabling people to expand their cultural horizon has been constantly overlooked in this city, making it a less probable destination for foreign visitors.

Since architecture is believed to have a social objective of serving and developing the community, I proposed this project as my final thesis to design in the cultural and traditional context of the city. During the project, I made an effort to employ my knowledge to make a difference in my hometown by preserving original Iranian architectural values while introducing modern principles in a new function.

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The site of the project has been chosen with regard to a hostel’s requirements; for it to be in the traditional context of the city and close enough to tourist attractions. As most of Isfahan’s sights are located in district 3, the project is decided to be located here, at the corner of Abdolrazagh and Sonbolestan streets.

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Residential buildings with relatively religious elderly residents Noticable vegetation with diverse types of trees, almost taller than the buildings Historical houses being used as hotels in Sonbolestan st

1.5 Km to: Naqsh e Jahan Square, Hasht Behesht Palace

Capacity: 200

Low-rise small buildings; mostly commercial in Abdolrazagh st

0.8 Km to: Kohne Square, Jame Mosque, Hakim Bazaar

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1.Site

2. L-Shape

3. Mass reduction

4. Stepped Terraces

5. Voids and Back Yards

6. Glass Boxes

An important intersection

Diagonal axis, more inviting

A second yard for residents

Connected open spaces

More light and interaction

Transparent internal spaces

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Programming

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As the main objective of a hostel is to provide people with an economical stay while enabling them to interact with other tourists to exchange culture, the majority of this building is allocated to communal areas for socializing and various activities in the form of indoor spaces, multiple yards, and terraces. The rooms, thus, are only for resting and retaining luggage.

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Staying at a hostel is generally based on sharing. This project consists of 24 rooms and has the capacity of 184 guests, 14 of whom are staying in private double rooms.

The rooms benefit from sufficient light and view as small side yards have been designed to serve both rooms and hallways.

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Circulation To value the historical context of this neighborhood, the project follows some main principles of traditional Iranian architecture: spatial diversity, the significance of open spaces, axial design, and the use of traditional materials.

Therefore, a 45-degree axis has been defined alongside Abdolrazagh and Sonbolestan’s intersection, where important spaces have been situated.

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1. Porches Along The Sidewalk, resembling historical alleys, keep the building connected with the neighborhood

2. Small Yards in between the mass to provide light and view, keeping the building connected with the nature

3. The Connection Joint between main yards, since the yards are distinct characters yet visually connected.

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Small Ashayeri Library

Competition: Nomadic Library Design Held by: Iran Fablab (info@fablab.ir) Year: 2021 Group Project Team: Dorna Shafieioon, Aria Torabi Role: Initial Research and Analysis, Architectural Design, Detail design, Rendering and Post-production Location: Iran Built-up Area: 40-60 M2 Structure: Wooden Framing Proper cultural infrastructure and facilities are crucial for every community. Nomads or “Ashayer” account for more than 1.5% of Iranian’s population, and despite leading numerous domains of art and science, they have always suffered from a lack of adequate cultural facilities such as libraries and schools.

The challenge of designing a portable library for various tribes of Iranian nomads was posed by Iran Fablab in collaboration with Iran Public Libraries’ Institution. This library should function as a place for cultural interaction, IT services, and education, along with its’ traditional role as a place to borrow and read books. It is of great importance to consider each tribe’s unique cultural values and technological considerations while designing.

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Where and For Whom?

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Northwest and West nomads consist of various tribes, including Shahseven and Bakhtiari. They Live in cold weather beside mountains in tents made of goats’ hair to keep warm during the winter and circulate the air in summer. They also have exquisite art crafts in various colors and forms.

Northeast Nomads consist of Turkoman and some other Kurdish and Turkish tribes. Living by the Caspian Sea has enabled them to benefit from pleasant weather as well as numerous greeneries. Besides, as they live by the borders, the diversity of their customs is noticeable and different from other tribes.

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West Nomads consist of Ghashghaee and Kurd tribes, living in relatively moderate habitats on hillsides of the Zagros mountains. They usually accommodate in rectangular-shaped tents, which are less decorated and lively than the Bakhtiaris’, though they have numerous unique traditions and customs.

There are 1 million Iranian nomads or “Ashayer” living in 104 ethnic groups, divided into four groups based on their culture and habitat’s climates similarities. Coming from original, unique culture, they all live sustainably in close interaction with nature. It is of great significance, thus, to study each ethnic’s and tribe’s aesthetics and living habits carefully. In addition, seasonal migration, various placements, and Iran’s diverse climate should be considered to guarantee climate comfort. Finally, as Ashayer tend to live entirely on their own, each group has their own traditional housing, made of traditional handcrafts and natural materials.

South Nomads consist of Arab and Baloch tribes who accommodate in the deserts under severely harsh weather conditions. They live in circular-shaped tents made of wood, straws, and other natural materials. As a result of limited natural resources, these tribes have special characteristics.

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Design process

Initial Steps

Designing for Ashayer can be challenging since they have an independent lifestyle with a rich culture and tradition of art, housing, and techniques.

As a result, this project has been designed based on Ashayer’s current housing and their specific sense of art and space to be compatible with their desires.

Since Ashayer are constantly migrating, it is also vital for these freestanding structures to be easily transported, assembled, and dismantled by Ashayer themselves without any help from specialists.

Furthermore, innovative details and the use of modern technology are also essential factors in this design to develop Ashayer’s current technical knowledge regarding their own traditions.

1. West Tribes: Turkish and Kurdish

2. North-West Tribes: Trukish and Lor

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1. Flexibility Various arrangments

2. Functions Seperated modules

3. Extentions Interacting with nature

5. Central Areas’ Tribes

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How to assemble the module?

The main idea of these modules is the folding surfaces, a combination of structure and covering material. Each module consists of 7 of these surfaces and two individual columns.

Besides these portable surfaces, the modules must be adaptable to various weather conditions. Thus, the structural details and cover material are designed flexible enough to enable the module to alter and become sloped when needed.

Detail 1- Corner colunm connections

Needless to say, each of these elements is entirely replaceable by natural materials in case of any damage without any external interference.

Detail 2- Middle colunm connections

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Modules and Furniture Arrangments 8.5 m

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A closed area to retain the heat, made of traditional fabrics

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Enabling numerous ways of interaction based on their culture

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All drawings by the auther Furniture design by Aria Torabi

Other Projects Mosha Villa (Professional Group Project- 2020)

Niatus Tower (Professional Group Project- 2020-2021)

Residential Building (Academic Individual Project- 2017)

A 5-story building designed by Tamouz architectural firm, BIM Model and design developments done by the author

A 30-story building designed by Hands Co., shop drawings and detail design of terraces and facade by the author

Design A residential building with two units for two related families, considering cultural identity

Planter Flooring and Side Layers

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East Elevation- Arabi St View

Archi Graph Artworks

Haft Peikar Illustration- Khawarnaq Palace

Film Poster Design- Big Fish

Collage- Majara Residence

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Photography

Sculpture

Pottery

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