Nadia_Pazekian_Portfolio_2024 by nadia pazekian

2023-2024

B.F.A IN INTERIOR DESIGN

NADIA PAZEKIAN

POROSITY

CONTINUUM COMMUNITY

SENIOR THESIS PROJECT

Persian Cultural & Exhibition Center

Weaving Threads of Art, Culture, and Construction

YEAR

2024 TYPE

University Thesis Project

The project design journey blends Persian craftsmanship, organic construction, and sustainability into a harmonious tapestry, seeking equilibrium through rhythm, contrast, and traditional Persian essence. Design thrives in the details, where every connection tells a story and fosters functionality, crafting multisensory experiences that promote individuality for anyone walking through the space.

Culture, like porosity, reveals its essence through subtle details. As a minority, our culture’s richness is often overlooked but invites deeper exploration.

Honoring Nader Khalili’s legacy of sustainable Cal-Earth construction, the project also focused on sustainability and local materials. Each design element celebrates Persian beauty and craftsmanship, aiming to elevate awareness in the Western world and create spaces that promote individuality, sustain the environment, and enrich cultural understanding.

Final Design Model

Embodying porosity and transparency, this space invites viewers to engage and explore, sparking curiosity with its inviting design and intricate details.

Experience . Porosity . Multi-sensory

Why pores and fragments?

Initial Conceptual Drawing

Life is a series of incomplete imperfections that we develop from our childhood and culture. They teach us and drive us to the next step. It is better to feel through fragments than chase the nonexistent "perfection."

"Fragments"

The decision to open up walls in small symmetrical grids for the building's walls is closely related to the concept of porosity and the overarching theme of the exhibit. By incorporating this design element, the space embraces a sense of permeability and interconnectedness, mirroring the porous nature of cultural identity and human experience.

"Porosity"

Initial Conceptual Drawings/ Graphic Development

Just as pores are subtle yet profound, culture reveals its essence in the intricate details and fragments woven into our lives. Like pores, the layers of the exhibition center hold the richness of our identity, waiting to be explored. As a minority, feeling overlooked on the surface, our culture showcases itself through subtle nuances, inviting others to delve deeper.

Exhibition Space (Main)

Persian Fountain

Persian Tea Stand / Info Center

Courtyard

6. 7. Exhibition Space 2

Pavillion Structure

Clay Building Interactive Space

A . Exhibition Space B . Tea Shop Information C. Courtyard Space

North Section

South Section

The pavilion structure, characterized by its curved organic clay form and integration of greenery, serves as a vital component of the project design and flow. It seamlessly integrates with the natural surroundings, reflecting the project's emphasis on Persian inspired design and its strong connection with the environment. The inviting gathering spaces created by the curved forms and open design of the pavilion encourage interaction and community engagement, making it an ideal venue for artist talks, workshops, and cultural events.

Pavilion Structure

Embracing nature's essence, this pavilion design seamlessly integrates earthy elements like clay drywall and verdant greenery, evoking a handmade, natural aesthetic. The structure's design aligns with the exhibition space's ethos by incorporating natural elements and promoting interaction.

Design

Final Structure Model Exhibition Courtyard

Concept Inspired By Natural Coral

The space is designed to include a tea shop with floor seating on the roof, providing an experience of closeness and connection that mirrors Persian culture.

Persian tea holds a central place in Iranian culture, symbolizing hospitality, warmth, and social connection. The tradition of tea drinking in Persia dates back centuries and remains integral to contemporary Iranian gatherings and community interactions.

The varying levels of privacy, determined by different elevations and the strategic use of negative space, guide the flow of the space while allowing for individual experiences. This design evokes different emotions by balancing privacy and openness, creating unique interactions.

Changing elevations

STEELCASE STUDENT COMPETITION

* Class selected project for submission

Space Design Proposal

NEXT company wanted to design this new workplace in Dallas, Texas as a destination for every-one to be collaborative, supporting individuals in the community in working with each other, as well as providing interactive spaces to engage with future clients.

The abstract conceptual idea of the designed space derives from the geometrical shape of circles and the idea of nature. The circle shape is a base of nature, unity, and community. the concept of nature and nature interaction with the space, in ways of nat-ural light, materials, and curvilinear elements.

Drawing inspiration from these principles, the space is crafted to elevate the signifi-cance of natural light, integrate curvilinear elements into its design, and seamlessly blend open and enclosed spaces using curves. Emphasizing multi-user engagement and interactivity, it facilitates a user-friendly environment while prioritizing natural circulation paths.

The conceptual idea of continuum represented in the design through the use of circular forms and curves as well as the material palette, evolved from the study of the cyclical rhythm of the natural world. Circles represent life, movement, time, unity and community.

Monumental Stair View Hand and Digitally Rendered

Concept model exploring transparency, elevations, and openings.

Continuum and connection are crucial in a design office, promoting effective communication and collaboration. This design approach ensures smooth interactions among team members, enhancing creativity and productivity.

curved reception shelf model

Portfolio Nadia Pazekian

Sunpath Diagram

Building Location

2601 Victory Ave, Dallas, TX 75219

The material palette selection reflects the gradient of the sun path diagram for the site location of the next design office. The sun path depicts gradients of the sunrise and sunset color palette.

SUNRISE

SOUTH

NORTH

Section View

Mezzanine Plan

Floor material palette

Patchwork- Carpet

Tile

Tajimi- Ceramic Tile

Tile

Huddle/Meeting Space

Designed with movable partitions for versatile usage and adjustable privacy levels.

Sunset material palette

rest pods

Designed to promote comfortable work or rest position, installed on windows to transfer light and better health.

The Showroom Work Lounge fosters strong connections with local furniture makers and supports ongoing engagement within the design community of the office’s location.

Wellness

Mezzanine lounge render

SHADI

YOGA Health Service Design Proposal

Private Yoga and Herbal Meditation Studio

Creating a peaceful space for holistic well-being, this project blends yoga with traditional Persian practices, reflecting Iranian culture with a calming design and herbal products like Persian teas. Designed for Shadi Asadi, a Persian yoga and psychology professional, the studio promotes a welcoming atmosphere rooted in Persian values.

Located in Richmond, Virginia, the center features communal wellness areas, private yoga rooms, and a client office. The minimalistic, open design uses a soothing color palette and materials, providing spaces for tea gatherings and private yoga sessions.

Design development

A Modern Interpretation of Traditional Seating Design

The interior design is a thoughtful composition, blending traditional Persian values with the modern aesthetic of wellness. The aim is to create a flourishing wellness and beauty service center that not only preserves the authenticity of Persian heritage but also resonates with the contemporary lifestyle.

Material Palette