Project
A mirror reflecting individual
Category
Best Project of Public Building or Facility
About the project (provided by the applicant)
This pavilion design reflects the complexities of Tehran, blending its rich history, diverse culture, and urban challenges. Visitors first encounter themselves in a mirrored space, symbolizing the need for self-awareness to navigate the city’s intricacies. As they move through winding paths and varying elevations, they experience Tehran’s topography and fragmented skyline, mirroring the city’s physical and social diversity. The pavilion’s transparent wooden walls represent interaction between inside and outside, mirroring the dynamic relationship between Tehran and the world. With just two materials—wood and mirror—the design emphasizes the importance of self-understanding and human connection in a complex urban environment. The flexible program allows the space to adapt to different activities, reflecting Tehran’s constant transformation. This pavilion isn’t just a structure but an immersive journey, inviting visitors to reflect on their place in the city.
Location
Tehran, Iran
Project design year
2025
Extra visual materials
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1IRG76eWtfuo_zEGtrYpcni6-_sblNpVx
Applicant
RED architecture studio
RED Studio is an architectural practice established in 2020 by co-founders Saeed Moavi, Peyman Ahmadi, and Sepideh Baratian. The studio’s full name, Responsive Environment Design Studio, reflects its philosophy: creating design frameworks that respond intelligently to diverse programs and spatial needs.
At RED Studio, we aim to craft environments where function and form are seamlessly aligned, offering thoughtful architectural responses that are both context-driven and human-centered.
Authors of the project
Desiign Team Sepideh Baratian, Peyman Ahmadi
Visualization
RED architecture studio
Customer
Iran Design Culture
Status of the project
Conceptual design
