curved angles, extruded window frames + square dots characterize futuristic building in iran

‘sepid’ designed by the shar group is an organic-shaped concrete-clad commercial and residential building in qazvin, iran. the concept of the project started with three rectangular volumes stitched together, that were later clad in a secondary curved envelope with multi-sized extruded window frames. the architects avoided using 90-degree angles both inside and outside the structure, giving a futuristic view.

front facade view

all images courtesy of the shar group

in order to feel the integrity of the façade, the shar group wrapped the entire building in a bent shell. in the next step, a second cover was added to emphasize the corners and provide a continuation to the façade. by setting the window outlines and tiny scattered square openings — looking like pixels from far away — on the building shell, the architects sought to add a playful touch to intriguing passers-by interest.

detail of the extruded window frames

scattered square dots

photorealistic view

before the intervention

illustration

concept diagrams

second shell

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north elevation

section B-B

section A-A

ground floor plan

underground plan

east elevation

concept

project info:

name: sepid
designer: the shar group

area: 900 sqm (9,687.5sqft)
location: naderi blvd, qazvin, iran

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edited by: christina petridou | designboom