Conceptual Idea
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The Vazan Villa project was conceived with the goal of creating two contrasting worlds within a single unified volume. This concept manifests through two distinct yet interconnected layers in both plan and section
These two “worlds” are connected by a fluid central pathway that flows spatially through the villa — forming the spatial and conceptual link between the contrasting layers of the project
Design Process
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VILLA
The villa’s initial mass originated from a pure cubic form. The site’s proximity to the Safirdud River, local height restrictions, and contextual relationships with surrounding buildings introduced a series of environmental and regulatory constraints
Connecting Path
A defining feature of the project is the red connecting path, also emphasized in the architectural diagrams. This path extends vertically and horizontally through the volume, acting as a spatial and visual connector between the solid, grounded masses below and the light, floating volumes above
While the lower levels employ concrete surfaces with a dense and heavy materiality, the upper levels are designed with a light white shell, symbolizing contrast between gravity and lightness. This dynamic pathway not only links different functional zones but also introduces diverse visual perspectives and a fluid circulation experience throughout the villa
Functional Structure
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Basement: Lobby, foyer, parking, gym, and playroom
Design Outcome
Vazan Villa represents a process-driven and structured architectural approach that emerges from the interaction of climate, function, and form. Its functional separation within a cohesive mass, dynamic circulation paths, and the contrast of materials between upper and lower layers create a contemporary model of northern Iranian villa architecture, balancing solidity, transparency, and spatial fluidity