Crassula

Islamic Azad university

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Future Projects – Residential. Hotels

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Armenia

Company Name

Islamic Azad university

 

COMPANY COUNTRY:

Iran

ARCHITECTURAL CREDITS

Mahsa Mohebbi ،Mitra Mohebbi ,Amin Moazzen 3d

Project Team
Mahsa Mohebbi ،Mitra Mohebbi ,Amin Moazzen 3d
CLIENT OR OWNER NAME:

Conceptual

Project Name:
Crassula
Project Country:

Armenia

Project City:
Iran country, Conceptual / Not site-specific
Project Category:
Residential. Hotels
Project Area:
Conceptual – Not site-specific
Completion Date:
Project overview

This conceptual building is inspired by the Crassula cactus and the Choghaznabil Ziggurat, symbolizing harmony with nature, resilience, and peace. Using bionic and sustainable design, it features a pyramid shape, large angled windows, natural ventilation, external shading, and eco-friendly heating. The design promotes interaction between humans and nature, reduces energy use, and enhances mental well-being through light, greenery, and natural elements.

Project history

This conceptual building, based in Iran, is inspired by the Crassula cactus—a symbol of harmony with nature, love, resilience, and peace—and the ancient Choghaznabil Ziggurat. The design integrates principles of bionics, sustainability, and circular form to create a modern yet culturally rooted structure. Its pyramidal shape, along with large angled windows and open balconies, blurs the boundaries between interior and exterior, bringing sunlight, greenery, and natural airflow inside. Techniques such as passive ventilation, use of shading trees, sloped louvres, and reflective ceilings help minimize energy use and carbon footprint. External curtains can reduce interior temperatures by up to 10°C, and electric floor heating offers energy-efficient warmth in colder seasons. Natural light is maximized to reduce stress and enhance well-being. Designed to reconnect humans with nature, the project reflects both the wisdom of traditional Iranian architecture and the innovations of sustainable c