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REYHANEH FARAHBAKHSH

REYHANEH FARAHBAKHSH

| ARCHITECT

CONTACT

E-mail: ryhn.frb@gmail.com

Tel: +1 (519) 830 4241

Location: Guelph, ON, Canada

SKILLS

2D + 3D Presentation

Rhino 3D

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD 2D

Microstation 2D

BIM Adobe Suite Vray Graphic Design Microsoft Office Grasshopper

Interpersonal

Project Management

Team Coordination

Client Relations Management

Creative Thinking and Problem-Solving

Planning and Strategy

Multi-Tasking

LANGUAGES

English Profficent

Italian Basic

French Basic

Persian Mother tongue

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

WINDSROPATANIA

• Project Management:

Cambridge - UK (Remote) Jan 2022-Now

• Client communication and expectation management, ensuring their satisfaction throughout project lifecycles.

• Liaison and coordination with external consultants.

• Team coordination to foster alignment, efficient progress, and a supportive environment for all members.

• Strategizing planning applications to maximize success rates within diverse local councils.

• BIM Modeling:

• Developing and managing detailed building models, ensuring accuracy and coordination across all project stages, from concept to construction

• Initiating and implementing in-office drawing standards within the BIM environment by creating custom families.

• Architectural Assistance & Sustainable design:

• Concept design and scheme optimization using 2D drawings, 3D modeling, and high-quality renders for residential and educational projects.

• Production of building regulations and construction drawings following UK building codes.

• Documentation and reporting by preparing comprehensive reports for internal and external use.

• Leading sustainability initiatives by researching and implementing strategies to establish a sustainable design framework for residential projects and wet labs.

STUDIO FORTI

• Architectural Assistance/ Internship

Verona - Italy (Hybrid) Sep- Dec 2021

• Concept development, along with the production of 2D drawings and 3D models for multi-unit residential complexes.

PIA LAB

• Architectural Internship

Tokyo - Japan (Remote) Aug-Oct 2020

• Concept development and presentation for a proposal for the Taksim Square Urban Design Competition 2020.

SABA YAZDJERDI

• Assistant Project Management

• Participating in client meetings to discuss project requirements and progress.

Tehran - Iran (On-site)

Nov 2018- Nov 2019

• Liaising with consultants and stakeholders to ensure project alignment and resolve issues & conducting site visits to monitor construction progress

• Architectural Assistance

• Developing detailed construction drawings to support project implementation.

• Creating and refining design concepts for residential and art gallery projects.

• Producing 2D drawings, 3D models, and high-quality CGI renderings.

• Compiling comprehensive reports and delivering presentations to communicate project developments.

KAHNEBAGH ARCHITECTS

• Architectural Assistance/ Internship

Tehran-Iran (On-site)

Jan-Nov 2018

Worked on multiple luxury residential projects, conducting site visits, 3D modeling, 2D drawings, and presentations for high-end residential complexes.

EDUCATION

• Master’s in Building Architecture 2020-2022

Polytechnic University of Milan- Italy (Grade 110/110)

• Bachelor of Science in Architecture 2013-2018

Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Tehran- Iran

WORKSHOPS

• Ever After Workshop - Tokyo- Japan (Remote) | Aug 2020

Tokyo University of Arts (Geidai) + PIA Lab + Ishinomaki Lab: Furniture design and fabrication for the “New Normal” in response to the COVID-19 regarding social distancing (Best Project)

• TRAM Workshop - Tehran-Iran | Aug - Sep 2017

Tehran Robotic Architectural Matters: Parametric Architectural Design and Fabrication by Robots

• Interior Design Workshop - Tehran-Iran Jul - Aug 2015

Domus Academy of Milan + Center of Excellence in Architectural Technology CEAT: Adaptive interior design: A Casa for the Persian Painter (Best Project)

OFF-FIELD EXPERIENCES

• Workaway Volunteer Experience - Bernissart- Begium & Csokvaomány- Hungary | Jul-Oct 2021

Multiple off-grid sustainable rural house restoration and gardening projects

• Volunteer Graphic Designer - Tehran- Iran | 2017-2018

Imam Ali Charity and Supporting Community,

• Photoshop Tutor 2017-2018

Freelance , Tehran-Iran

• Event Organizer and Photographer - Tehran-Iran | 2015-2017

Seminar Series in Center of Excellence in Architectural Technology (CEAT)

EDEN HOUSE

Sustainable Luxury Private Residence

Professional Project at Windsorpatania Architects

Status: Technical design (RIBA stage 04)- 2024

Contribution:

Sustainability studies/ BIM modeling/ Concept design/ Constrcution Drawings/ Consultant liaison/ Client management and communication/ Presentation

Eden House is an ambitious, innovative project located in the UK’s Green Belt, setting a new benchmark for sustainable luxury country homes. Committed to carbon neutrality and energy positivity, the house will generate more energy than it consumes annually through extensive use of renewable energy.

Carbon emissions from construction will be offset by tree planting within the surrounding landscape. The knowledge and technologies gained from this project will be shared with local and national communities, shaping the future of eco-conscious private residences in the UK.

SUSTAINABALE LANDSCAPE

for

protecting tree roots in high-traffic areas

Golpla Heavy Duty

Offering rapid, no-dig installation

erosion-resistant surfaces with grass or gravel infill.

Golpla Quicklay

2. Permeable parking grid system

1. Green roof raised bed

3. Water rail / stepping stone

SYNERGY WITH NATURE

OPENNESS OF GREEN BELT

Eden House enhances Green Belt openness by creating dedicated wildlife realms. Microecosystems for birds, bees, and butterflies are supported through bee bricks and birdhouses, with partnerships planned to safeguard biodiversity. Bird Houses will be embedded in the green wall on the East side of the house.

The west-facing wall will feature Bee Bricks near the beehives and a garden filled with wildflowers to enhance local biodiversity. This initiative supports British honeybees and promotes the health of the ecosystem.

BEE BRICKS

Pond

Birds’ wall

Squirrels’ realm

Flowers

Beehives

Bees’ wall

Chicken Coop

Bat House

BEE BRICKS

Thanks to a combination of 106 solar panels and a ground source heat pump, the two main technologies, the building will produce more energy (36,678.57 kWh/year) than it consumes (36,341.20 kWh/year).

The building is erected around the courtyard, which provides the ventilation of the different spaces to avoid overheating and allows not using energy to cool down during the summer

SOLAR PANELS

OPTIMIZED CORE & SHELL

EXTERNAL WALL DETAIL

CARBON & ENERGY PERFORMANCE

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

Operational Energy

2,822,400

The RIBA 2030 Target sets an operational energy goal of 35 kWh per m² per year. Eden House will achieve this by using:

• Mechanical ventilation with heat recovery

• Ground source heat pump

• Solar photovoltaics with battery storage

• Grey and rainwater harvesting systems

These technologies will help meet the building’s heating, electricity, and water needs efficiently.

CARBON PERFORMANCE

Operational Carbon

Embodied Carbon

Total

Plaster board - 25 mm

Cavity unventilated - 25 mm

OSB - 11 mm

Vapour control layer - 1 mm

Warmcell insulation/timber

frame - 400 mm

OSB - 13 mm

Cavity ventilated - 50 mm

OSB - 13 mm

Render (cement, sand) - 50 mm

383,846

840,000 1,223,846

Carbon Offset

45,200

According to The Woodland Carbon Code, a hectare of woodland offsets 4.51 tonnes of CO2e annually. Therefore, 4.52 hectares would be needed to offset the propertys 1,224 tonnes of lifetime carbon.

36-34 OVERNHILL RD

House in Multiple Occupation

Professional Project at Windsorpatania Architects

Status: Built - 2023

Contribution:

Project Management/Concept Design/Planning Applications

Strategy/ Building Regulation Drawings/ Construction Drawings/ Client management

The project involves merging two Victorian semi-detached houses to create a spacious House in Multiple Occupation (HMO), featuring new ground floor and dormer extensions. The design not only meets but exceeds the local council’s standards for internal spaces, waste management, and transportation assessment, ensuring the delivery of high-quality accommodation that enhances the character of the neighborhood.

As the project manager, this role enabled me to enhance my interpersonal skills and attention to detail, ensuring a seamless coordination among builders, the local planning authority, and the client.

PLANNING STRATEGY

Planning Strategy and Success

The planning process was meticulously staged to secure progressive levels of development while maximizing the likelihood of approval. The strategy followed these steps:

1. 6m Ground Floor Rear Extension –Secured under prior approval.

2. Loft Conversion and Dormer Extension – Achieved under permitted development.

3. Change of Use – From Dwelling House (Use Class C3) to a Large House in Multiple Occupation (Use Class Sui Generis) via a full planning application.

4. Conversion of the Outbuilding –Transformed into a self-contained unit under a separate full planning application.

Each step was carefully planned, progressing from those with the highest probability of approval to the more complex applications. This ensured that the client could realize the maximum development potential while minimizing risk.

All planning applications in this process were successfully approved, reflecting a well-structured and effective planning strategy.

GROUND FLOOR PLAN

Conversion of out building to self-contained unit

Change of use from Dwelling house (use class C3) to large HMO ( used class Sui-generis)

Car Parking

Bike Racks

Waste Management

DETAILS

DET. 01- COLD PITCHED ROOF + CAVITY WALL JUNCTION

Galvanized steel hangars

Spacer

25 mm cavity batten

Tiles battens

Insulation

U-shaped wide bottom fascia gutter

DET. 02- NEW DORMER WALL WALL

Matt paint finish+ Skim coat plaster

Insulation board with air leakage barrier

Insulation board+ Timber studs at 600 mm centres with base plate

Clear cavity void

OSB sheating

Breathable membrane

Tiles battens

Tiles battens Vertical tiles

SECTION

Dormer Extension

Rear Extension

BEEDAR FLAT

Transformative Interiors for an Art-Centric Home

Professional Project at Saba Yazdjerdi

Status: Built- 2019

Contribution:

Concept design/ Interior Design/ Presentation/ 2D drawing and 3D modeling

Our team transformed the Beedar Flat, a 250 m² aging space in Tehran, into a versatile hub for a young gallerist, blending a private residence with workspaces. It features offices, a showroom, and a complete living area, including a kitchen, dining room, bedroom, and bathroom. This adaptive design meets the challenges of millennial life—limited space and a desire for work-life balance—by seamlessly integrating both professional and personal spaces, maximizing the potential of a compact urban environment.

Scan to see “A day in Beedar Flat”

The floor plan prioritizes flexibility and functionality, with the showroom and office designed for easy reconfiguration.

To maximize natural light from the south, we incorporated extruded walls, strategically positioned windows, and built-in shelving that balance aesthetics with practicality.

A minimalist material palette complements the client’s art collection that merges functionality with artistic expression.

REVIVING THE LIGHT MACHINERY BUILDING

Modern Legacy Renewed: Societa Umanitaria’s Transformation

Master Thesis in Architectural Design Studio for Restoration and Transformation of Complex Constructions

Politechnic University of Milan - 2022

Contribution:

Concept Design/ Diagrams & Presentation /3D Modeling and Rendering/ Detailing/ Sustainability Analysis/ Structural Concept Design/ Physical Model

Located in Milan’s historic center, Società Umanitaria is a cultural and educational hub established in 1893. It has endured major events, including wars and reconstructions.

The Light Machinery Building, a Modernist design by Giovanni Romano, was part of a post-war revival. Now, it serves various functions, straying from its original purpose.

Our thesis focuses on restoring the building’s character while adapting it to modern needs, enhancing its functionality, structure, and connection to the site.

TRANSFORMATION CONCEPT

EXISTING ISSUES

1. Distant existing vertical circulations

2. Long building blocks circulation between west and east sides of the site

3. Poor integration of existing landscape with the light machinery building

PROPOSED SOLUTIONS

1. Add central vertical circulation and create two ground floor openings for east-west passage

2. Replacing window frames with transparent spans for openness and better connection

3. Redesigning the routs and green areas to align with the new circulation

The Light Machinery Building

THIRD FLOOR

LIBRARY

DIGITAL ART LABORATORY

CIRCULATION

SECOND FLOOR

THEORETICAL CLASSROOMS

PAINTING AND SCULPTURE STUDIOS

CIRCULATION

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY ATELIER

FIRST FLOOR

MULTIFUNCTIONAL ROOM

KIDS’ CLASSROOM

CIRCULATION

TEACHER’S ROOM

GROUND FLOOR

CAFE

CIRCULATION

EXHIBITION

BASEMENT

CIRCULATION

WAITING AREA

EXHIBITION

ART ARCHIVE

STRUCTURE

Studio

Stairs

STAIRCASE LOADS

Weight of the a staircase 49,54 KN

Width of the staircase 1,5 m

Dead load of a staircase 33,02 KN/m

Live load of staircase 3 kN/m2

PHYSICAL MODEL

DETAILING

West Facade-Typical Span

Incorporation of a second layer of glazing to create shading and enhance thermal insulation

West Facade- Ground Floor

Replacement of Typical Span with Fully Glazed Windows

JANATA TOWER

Vertical Catalyst for Innovation and Sustainable Development

Proposal for Sky Hive 2020 competition in Architecture

Construction Studio for Complex Constructions

Politechnic University of Milan - 2020

Contribution:

Concept Design/ Diagrams & Presentation /3D Modeling and Rendering/ Detailing/ Sustainability Analysis/ Structural Concept Design/ Physical Model

Janata Tower is a 43 storeis skyscraper located in Mumbai’s Dharavi district, near the Mithi River, mangrove vegetation, and Mumbai’s Nature Park. Designed as a catalyst for innovation and sustainable development, the tower functions as both infrastructure and a vertical city, laying the groundwork for future sustainable settlements.

Primarily serving public and office functions, the tower’s lower and top floors are dedicated to public use, offering easy access at the base and unique experiences at the summit. The podium is an expansive underground plaza, hosting celebrations and a large market for the local community. The tower itself is elevated to enhance transparency at street level.

ENTRANCE

1. Access to -4.50/ 2. Market/ 3. Vast Area for Ceremonies and Celebrations/ 4. Greenery/ 5. Feature water 6. Pathway and Interactive wall/ 7. Open space gallery under the building/ 8. Access from -6.50 to 0.00

1. Bridge/ 2. Main Entrance/ 3. Reception desk/ 4. Tree in the middle/ 5. Light

structure as semi-open ceiling/ 6.Connection of -6.50 to 0.00

bamboo

PODIUM (SUNKEN PLAZA)

SUSTAINABILITY

The building’s shape optimizes energy use by reducing volumes in sun-exposed areas, using greenery and bamboo in cold voids for sun and wind protection.

Gutters on the floors with water absorbant material (Sodium Poly-acrylate) MEP Floor Emergency overflow to the storm swer pipes

Overflow to the cistern

Activehouse Radar - Integration Of Comfort, Energy & Environment In The Design Of The Project Provided By ACTIVEHOUSE

STRUCTURE

The structure is supported by three main concrete cores and steel columns. Vertical support is provided by larger columns on the lower floors, made from four combined I-sections with round fireproof covering. On the upper floors, a single I-section with a square fireproof covering is used. The horizontal elements include primary and secondary beams, along with concrete slabs.

FACADE

Environmentalfactorssuchassolarradiation,wind,andtemperaturewereanalyzedusingtheGrasshopper-Ladybugplugin, influencing the design of the building’s double skin and sun shading. The facade varies in stick density to control sunlight.

Vertically: Density increases with height to block intense sunlight., Horizontally: Density decreases as sunlight lessens. North Facade: Wider spacing maximizes views with minimal sunlight., South Facade: Tighter spacing shields from stronger sunlight, using a gradient logic controlled by Grasshopper

Luminance analysis of the bamboo and glass double-skin façade and building void revealed that in Mumbai’s warm climate, the façade should be denser at higher levels to enhance shading and minimize interior heat.

TWISTED RIBBON

Parametric design and Robotoic Fabrication

Robotic Stepframes Workshop

Tehran Robotic Matters (TRAM)- 2018

Contribution:

Concept Development/ Paramteric Desgin/ Fabrica-

tion Simulation/Presentation

The workshop aimed to offer an introduction to the innovative field of architectural robotics, exploring its creative and interdisciplinary potential. This research manifested through design computation methods and prototypes, with a specific focus on stairs as dynamic and essential architectural elements. During the studio, the concept of Scalalogy, or the science of stairs, was utilized as a key reference. Scalalogy examines the intricate relationship between humans and stairs, providing a comprehensive framework for understanding their architectural significance.

PARAMTERIC VARIATIONS

FORMATION

The parametric design space enabled us to experiment with different stair widths, lengths, rotations, and gaps between steps, creating a range of design variations. We ultimately chose the best parameters by evaluating both ergonomic and aesthetic factors, ensuring that the final design was both functional and visually pleasing. Rotation