SABRA SADEGHI
SELECTED WORKS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Rehabilitation Center
Other Works
Duramax Engine Plant - General Motors
Gabriela House
GABRIELA HOUSE
Architect: TACO Taller de Arquitectura
NATURAL FLOW
DURAMAX ENGINE PLANT GENERAL MOTORS
The 1.4 million square feet expansion of the Duramax Diesel Engine Plant for General Motors is a major upgrade to enhance diesel engine production. The facility includes specialized areas such as GSC, Crankshaft, Block Manufacturing, Assembly, and Administrative offices. Each section was carefully designed to optimize production flow and support GM’s advanced manufacturing processes.
A significant challenge was integrating the new expansion with the existing plant. This required addressing structural, operational, and technological compatibility to ensure minimal disruption to ongoing operations. The design focused on maximizing efficiency, safety, and flexibility, resulting in a modern, high-performance manufacturing facility that supports GM’s ongoing innovation in diesel engine production.
Orthomosaic Of Existing Facility
Existing Facility, Road & Utilities
March 2023
ADMINSTRATIVE BUILDING 41,000 Sq Ft
Oversaw all architectural elements, including layout revisions, finishes, furniture, audiovisual systems, approving design changes through IFR submissions and coordinating with external companies in finalizing
Reviewed critical construction phases such as concrete pours, steel framing, electrical, and plumbing stakeholders to ensure smooth execution and kept the project on schedule by addressing any discrepancies
Moreover, collaborated with city officials and wildlife experts to ensure that local regulations for city roads architectural and construction tasks while maintaining seamless coordination across multiple disciplines.
OFFICE AREA
and interior/exterior signages for direction and branding. Additionaly, played a significant role in finalizing proposals.
plumbing to ensure compliance with functional needs and building codes. I worked closely with discrepancies within the schedule.
roads and environmental factors were met. This project demonstrates my ability to manage complex disciplines.
MATERIALS & FINISHES
FACILITY RESTROOMS
Oversaw the design and layout of restrooms, ensuring they met all functional and accessibility requirements. Additionally, reviewed and verified that all plumbing systems, including cleanouts, were correctly installed and compliant with code standards.
PUBLIC SPACES
MUSEUM OF THE FUTURE
In this case study, I conducted a detailed graphic analysis to evaluate the performance of the building’s porous nature. Using Rhino and Ladybug, I applied coding commands to assess the sites sunlight exposure and how it interacted with the façade. This analysis aids in understanding the importance of natural elements such as the sun, how it affects design choices and the buildings intent on sunlight penetration, thermal comfort, and energy efficiency. Architect: Killia Design
its impressive skyline of towering skyscrapers, luxurious hotels, and high-end shopping malls. It is one of the busiest roads in Dubai, connecting the citys business district to residential areas and popular tourist attractions. With its modern infrastructure and state-ofthe-art facilities, Sheikh Zayed Road is a symbol of Dubais transformation into a global hub for business, tourism, and luxury living.
SITE PLAN
Sheikh Zayed Highway
Dubai Metro Museum of the Future Entrance
Sheikh Zayed Highway Metro
Tunnel Bridge Entrance Site
DIRECT HOURS OF SUNLIGHT ANALYSIS
Sections
SECTIONS
Structure + Facade
Developed a 3D model & applied coding commands to accurately study how sunlight impacts the Sheikh Zayed Road, simulating its path and interaction with surrounding structures throughout the day.
The Museum of the Future showcases a striking and unique facade made of stainless steel and illuminated by thousands of LED lights, creating a dynamic and futuristic appearance. The structure itself is composed of intricate geometric shapes and curves, featuring advanced engineering and cutting-edge technology. Inside, the museum showcases interactive exhibits and immersive experiences that explore the possibilities of emerging technologies and their potential impact on society.
FACADE
Building shell was designed to allow excessive sunlight to filter through its porous façade, optimizing light penetration to enhance both aesthetic appeal and thermal comfort.
CODING
Utilized LadyBug to develop a coding system where you can accurately calculate any geographical locations daily/monthly/yearly sun expsore - This information can later be used to create a thoughtful & impactful design.
GIARDINO
A modular design of a mixed use building which explores the notion of Live + Work + Play by including seven different unit types and commercial spaces. The integration of apertures and vegetation into the design ensures that every unit recieves views of either the courtyard or the Ohio river, natural sunlight and natural ventilation. The building complex is made of pre-fabricate concrete slabs for a more sustainable building aproach.
COLUMBIAPARKWAY
GENERATIVE DIAGRAM
Grid base used to derive two extruding forms.
Addition of egress.
Forms divided into floors to accommodate different programs.
Forms pushed/pulled to create terraces and green spaces.
Courtyard condition allowing residents to recieve natural sunlight and ventilation. At the same time, it also allows for a gethering space and a safe environment for children to play.
The use of reflective mirror on the egress as a design solution. This building material reflects the surrounding nature onto itself, introducing more vegetation into the building without the labor of long term gardening.
Interior view of the three bedroom units. Wood is used throughout the majority of the interior spaces due to its sustainability.
Roof view.
REHABILITATION CENTER
A community center that serves local families and the labor workers of the historical site of Sharjah. The proposal tackles design problems such as excessive amount of direct sunlight by incorperating slanted roofs, overhangs and tesselated walls to filter natural sunlight through spaces, creating a sensual atmosphere. This project is a courtyard based typology that follows a radial organization.
Canopy to avoid direct sunlight through the windows
Overhead plane to create shade within the yards
Local women incorperated their daily hobbies and traditions into their architecture.
Khoo - The process of weaving using sun dried palm tree leaves.
On Foot
Local Parkings
Summer Solstice
Winter Solstice
Site Circulation
GENERATIVE DIAGRAM
Site
GrassHopper and LadyBug plugins were used to create a study of the total hours of direct sunlight that the site was exposed to. Due to the high total hours of direct sunlight, certain design solutions such as; Roof overhangs, Slanted roofs, Sikkas and tesselated walls were used as a design solution to limit sun exposure.
Radial circulation as the primary organization Central node as free form courtyard
Use of roof overhangs to overcome direct sunlight and harsh weather conditions.
Green: Public Red: Private
A free form courtyard typology derived by using a radial orginization. The radial organization terminates at the most important aspects of the design such as: The entrance, the two waterfalls and the existing garden. The node of the central organization marks the courtyard.
Slanted roofs and tesselated walls are incorperated to limit/filter direct sunlight to create spaces where labor workers and families can 'cool off'. They also help create a more experiential space.
Tesselated walls filtereing the direct sunlight within the library space.
Game room, located in the 'wet' zone with the courtyard view.
The hexagonal frame of the module thins as we proceed to move towards the center of the wall, this results in larger apertures at the center allowing more light to pass through.
TESSELATED WALL NO.2
Apertures of different sizes begin to form within each hexagonal unit. Assembling these units in the correct order will create a gradient of open to close within the wall.
AL FAHIDI LIBRARY - DUBAI
WAVE STUDY AND FURNITURE DESIGN
Precedent derived from pinterest
The waves of the Dubai creek were studied through the website 'Ventusky'. The wave patterns were then used to design furnitures for the gallery space of the library.
A planar rectangular form was manipulated by the use of 'reform' and 'points on' command on Rhino to create benches and shelves. The manipulated form was then turned into horizontal contours.
Year: 2021 | Location: Dubai, UAE | Type: Educational | Instructor: Igor Curiel | Program: Autocad
Japanese Joints Osujikai-tsugi - 大筋違い継ぎ
Sabra Sadeghi - g00086056 ARC382 - Prof. Igor Curiel
JAPANESE JOINT STUDY
Horizontal Axonometric Vertical Axonometric 水平な不等角
Joint 1