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Project • By Azadeh Azizi Group • Wellness Centres

INTERTIME

This project is the adaptive reuse of an approximately fifty-year-old abandoned building on Fereshteh Street in Tehran. After years of neglect, much of its original identity and structural integrity had been lost. The design approach is rooted in preserving traces of the past while simultaneously redefining them within a contemporary framework, so that the building is not perceived as a erased memory, but as a living layer within a new spatial composition. Photographer: Ali Zanjani Photographer: Ali Zanjani Photographer: Ali Zanjani Photographer: Ali Zanjani Photographer: Ali Zanjani The main challenge was transforming a three-unit residential building into a unified, functional beauty salon. This was resolved thro... More

Project • By archoffice | architecture & construction office • Universities

Baghiatallah University Entrance

The design of the Baghiatallah University Entrance is the result of merging two distinct spatial approaches. The first approach adopts a thoroughly modern interpretation of the entrance; a concrete shell that emerges from the ground, defines the entrance space beneath it, and then returns to the earth. One of its vertical planes is angled along the primary flow of pedestrians to enhance legibility and create a more inviting atmosphere. Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption The second approach takes a postmodern perspective, featuring a brick volume with proportions and openings reminiscent of traditional Iranian gateways. The integration of these two spatial volumes along their central axis has resulted in a wo... More

Project • By noronoffice • Cultural Centres

Anti-Stair

Anti-Stair is an exploration into the deconstruction of the stair—one of architecture’s most familiar and recognizable typologies. By stripping away its conventional function, directionality, and usability, the stair is transformed from a practical architectural element into an autonomous spatial object, suspended between architecture, sculpture, and abstraction. Noron Office Noron Office The familiar geometry of movement is fragmented, folded, and reassembled into a non-functional composition. No longer serving as a device for circulation, the form redirects attention from physical movement to perception itself, challenging established notions of orientation, utility, and spatial experience. Constructed from discard... More

Project • By archoffice | architecture & construction office • Apartments

Bashtani Residential

Bashtani Residential is an affordable apartment building located in West Tehran, featuring two units per floor, each with an approximate area of 80 square meters. A primary challenge in economic residential developments is the scarcity of green spaces and a lack of attention to sustainability, often due to high land occupancy and the necessity of minimizing construction costs; the Bashtani project was no exception to these constraints. Caption Caption The design sought to address these challenges through the conceptual lens of " Spatial Authenticity, Spatial Autonomy." Consequently, more public zones were designed with a concrete exterior, while private areas featured brick cladding. In addition to the distinct materiality, the... More

Project • By Things Studio • Private Houses

POP (Pulse Of Parish)

The parish is not a discourse, but a language. It speaks in footsteps, pauses, and repetition. Its grammar is written by daily crossings and small returns. Pulse of Parish listens for that rhythm where meaning survives. Things Studio Things Studio Things Studio Things Studio More

Project • By Azadeh Azizi Group • Private Houses

Journey to Home

The Journey to Home project offers a unique approach to temporary living in a private residence. It was designed for a family who spends most of their time abroad and wanted an alternative to hotels when returning to Tehran — a place that feels like home while providing the luxury, comfort, and services reminiscent of high-end hospitality. Azadeh Azizi Azadeh Azizi The design concept centered on creating a warm, intimate atmosphere with a distinct identity, evoking the sense of travel and the experience of staying in a boutique hotel. To achieve this, a careful selection of premium materials, attention to fine construction details, and a thoughtful spatial arrangement were implemented to ensure both comfort and functionalit... More

Project • By Things Studio • Private Houses

RONDO

This house is like a musical “rondo”: a theme that returns again and again, but each time slightly changed and refreshed. Just as a musical motif evolves with each repetition, the terraces and spaces of the house offer a new experience every time—reminding us of the past while staying rooted in the present. The walls and materials are part of the lived experience. THINGS STUDIO THINGS STUDIO Bricks hold memories of the past, while glass brings the present inside. What happens between them is architecture: a space for living, thinking, and experiencing. This house blends repetition and difference, pause and flow; it moves between past and present, creating a space where life gains meaning⁩. THINGS STUDIO... More

Project • By archoffice | architecture & construction office • Apartments

Dezashib Residential

Residential Building Design in Dezashib, Tehran: Integrating Local Identity with Architectural Innovation: Dezashib, as one of the old and identity-rich neighborhoods of Tehran, strives to preserve its cultural values. This has been the main inspiration in the design process of the Dezashib residential project. In this project, the priority was to reflect cultural roots and authenticity in the architectural structure, alongside meeting contemporary needs. Caption Caption Caption Caption Architectural Innovation Considering Constraints: In designing this complex, despite legal constraints and client demands, a pattern of Iranian architecture with a new expression has been employed. Unlike the conventional layout of iwa... More

Project • By noronoffice • Private Houses

Matbaq Villa

The proposed design, harmonizing with the sloped landscape, inspires the contemporary villa "Matbaq" - a modern homage to the famous palace. This structure is more than just a residence; it is a multigenerational home creatively designed to accommodate two families. One of the challenges is the intelligent use of the site's depth without compromising access routes, which is elegantly achieved - the villa opens onto terraces in a series of layers. In response to the harsh climate of Shahrak, the villa's designers emphasize privacy and connection to the outdoors. The jacuzzi, a haven of warmth and tranquility, is discreetly placed at the lowest level of the yard, maintaining a connection with the open air while preserving the space's privacy... More

Project • By noronoffice • Private Houses

sky

In the arms of nature, with open arms Sky Villa, a manifestation of extroverted architecture in the heart of Mazandaran nature, where panoramic views blend with private spaces. This villa is like a picture of a house that opens up to the beauties of Mazandaran and provides a pleasant space for private life and at the same time a deep connection with nature. Among the lush green trees of Sarkhrood, Sky Villa presents itself as an outstanding example of native architecture of this region. This villa, inspired by traditional architecture and at the same time designed with a view to the future, redefines the concept of a porch. Prepared in noron office The native architecture of Mazandaran, which has its roots in the unique climate of t... More

Project • By noronoffice • Private Houses

Damon Villa

Nestled amidst the temperate and humid climate of Mazandaran, Iran, Damon Villa stands as a testament to its harmonious integration with its surroundings. Elevated on sturdy foundations, the residences are safeguarded from the encroaching dampness of the earth. Encircling the structures, expansive covered verandahs serve a dual purpose: as a shield against the elements and a conduit for natural ventilation. This ingenious arrangement not only protects the structures but also embodies the deep-rooted coexistence of the inhabitants with their environment. Residents are immersed in a seamless blend of interior and exterior spaces, fostering a profound sense of unity with nature. Prepared in noron office Design Process: The living area i... More

Project • By archoffice | architecture & construction office • Offices

Larestan Office

The Larestan Office which is designed in collaboration with Sepehr Seyyed Esfahani (Architecture, Objects & Pictures Studio for Architecture and interdisciplinary design & research) is situated on Motahari Street in Tehran. The building features an integrated office space spread across four floors, with two additional underground floors housing service facilities. These underground floors include some spaces such as a meeting room media room and conference areas. This project is situated between two thick walls on the western and eastern sides, which has assumed the role of the main structure of the building. The slabs of the floors are connected to these concrete walls from the sides and they can establish a visual connection with... More

Project • By archoffice | architecture & construction office • Banks

Refah Bank

The project focused on designing a model facade for Refah Kargaran Bank branches that can be used across different parts of the city, despite the varying scales and sizes of the branches. The initial design idea revolved around a frame that covers the entire facade of the bank. The frames are structured to be stepped, forming three continuous surfaces that can be moved wherever required to accommodate the entrance and ATM spaces, regardless of their location on the facade. If the entrance and ATM are too close to each other, they can collide to minimize shell crowding in one section. The entrance space and ATM are designed to invite passers-by to a larger space, highlighting the change in the hierarchy of the surfaces. Caption Capti... More

Project • By archoffice | architecture & construction office • Hospitals

Moayeri Hospital Entrance

The former entrance gate of Moayeri Hospital was in a state of disarray and lacked any identity or definition. There were two main challenges in the design of the main entrance, firstly, the angle of the hospital building compared to the main road and secondly, the presence of an emergency ramp next to the hospital entrance. Caption Caption Caption Caption According to the above conditions, the entrance gate was designed in the form of two overlapping frames, so that a large frame includes the entrance and the ramp and acts as one element from a distance, and the smaller frame serves as the entrance for people and ambulances. The north and south sides of the entrance gate were also designed parallel to the site and the... More

Project • By archoffice | architecture & construction office • Offices

Sarafraz Office Complex

The Sarafraz building in Beheshti neighborhood of Tehran, located on Sarafraz street, is designed on five floors, with two office units on each floor, around a large central void in such a way that, in addition to simultaneous light from the south and north sides of the building, have the possibility of providing more light absorption level through this void.Office units were designed in two different forms for offices with diverse spaces and functions. Caption Caption The general material of the facade of the building and the lobby and entrance space is made of gray basalt stone, which is worked at certain distances from each other with vertical finishes on the stone. In the facade of the building, rectangular cubic volumes of d... More