CASE STUDY
SUPER VOID SPACE
An IWAN is a sitting place that is higher than its surroundings , which is usually built in the outer part of a building . An IWAN usually consists of a single arch , enclosed on three sides , and open to the nave . The most famous example of an IWAN in Iran ' s past architecture is TAQ KASRA .
This project is an exercise and experience that serves as a connection to a period of Iran ' s glorious history . It ' s an attempt to connect one of the most prominent architectural archetypes of the past , the IWAN , to a dilapidated villa , which itself belongs to the period of the introduction of modernism before the Islamic revolution ; 50 years have passed since the construction of this villa .
In order to be able to provide an interpretation of our era in the continuous flow of Iranian architecture , we have tried to move the boundary between historical references , and belonging to the post-modern era .
The archetype of | IWAN | regardless of its charismatic and impressive form , has created a unique space for the prevailing climate of this land , which is unparalleled in the delectation of space .
Our first visit to this old one-storey building reminded us of an extremely depressing shelter , with a roof that was so short that even the pleasant trees in the yard could hardly be seen , in combination with the thick walls and small windows .
The roof of the entire building could not be raised , but if we could raise the living room facing the courtyard , it would be a great gain .
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