Ákaran Architects on the move
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- region:
10400m²
Year:
2020
Photo: Parham Tagioff
Manufacturer: Daikin, Porcelanosa, Rocker tile-
Lead Architect:
Moeen Afzalkhani, Zahra Azizi

A description of the text provided by the architect. Zomorrod 11, a stack of four cubes, stands firmly in the center of Tehran’s traffic junction. The design incorporates the use of geometric brick pattern modules, following the strategy of the exterior façade of the building extending inward and forming many elements of the interior. -5 from the lowest parking level to the top.





The nature of the site’s impact on passers-by is influenced by speed and speed, as a one-way road overlooking south elevation connects the two major north-south arteries of Tehran. Architecture is aimed at pausing drivers and pedestrians, and even when passing, it is probably reminiscent through modern structures and linked to the cultural past. In line with this desire, the building is still quite street high and all rushes to the third floor. This is also the height of the adjacent building. So far, the brick module is static and also limits the view to adjacent sites. From the 3rd floor to the 6th floor, these modules will be mobile, with towering towers, away from the enthusiasm of the enveloping streets, and views of the mountains and cityscape. By screwing bricks, framed, and moving on rails along the glazed height of the building, the architecture improvises the impression of the speedy environment of the cityscape while expanding the view from the inside of the city. increase.

Movable brick panels not only constantly change the image of the outside of the building, but also allow the user to control the amount of sunlight flowing into the office space. Each panel weighs about 1000 kg, but can be pushed very easily along the rails attached to the flooring. Mobile modules are designed and designed to be as light as possible by screwing custom-made hollow bricks.

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