Project
Ayandeh School
Category
Best Project of Public Building or Facility
About the project (provided by the applicant)
The project redefines the elementary school as more than a conventional facility, integrating cultural, sports, and service functions within a climate responsive design in Kerman’s hot, dry region. Inspired by Iranian “Chahar Bagh” and Bagh-e Shahzadeh, it employs an introverted courtyard layout with vegetation as a natural filter, optimizing shade, light, and ventilation. Innovative technologies BMS controlled intelligent shading, thermochromic glass, solar panels, smart lighting, ventilation, and security systems reduce energy use by up to 20% while ensuring comfort and safety. Key spaces include separate school, administrative, cultural, and sports buildings with distinct entrances to avoid congestion, and child centered courtyards promoting supervision and inclusivity. Design emphasizes curved walls, safe circulation, sustainability, and materials harmony. Water management integrates rooftop tanks, greywater recycling, and plantation strategies with palms, pines, and oranges, creat
Location
Kerman, Iran
Project design year
2024
Applicant
Mohammadreza Heydari
I am Mohammadreza Heydari, architect and founder of Mohat Studio, with an analytical and cohesive approach to architectural design and implementation. I see architecture not only as a profession but as a platform for creating spaces that combine aesthetics, functionality, and conceptual identity.
Author of the project
Mohammadreza Heydari
Visualization
Mohammadreza Heydari
Status of the project
Conceptual design
