Project
Zaferanieh Leman residential building

Category 
Best Project of Residential or Mixed-Use Estate

About the project (provided by the applicant)
This residential tower is conceived not merely as vertical housing, but as a contemporary reinterpretation of the Iranian home at the scale of the city. The design embodies a dialogue between modern living and cultural spatial values. Terraces act as modern-day “iwans,” connecting residents to light, air, and views, while fostering both individual retreat and collective life at height.

The transparent façade and horizontal lines evoke lightness and openness, while the vertical organization responds to urban density, preserving ground space for greenery. At the rooftop, communal and service spaces recall the traditional roof-courtyards of Iranian architecture, becoming a shared place of encounter between residents and the city.

This project aspires to transform the notion of “living in the sky” into a human-centered, flexible, and culturally rooted experience.

Location
Tehran, Iran

Project design year
2023

Applicant
Mirage architecture studio / Alireza Karimi Kolor

Alireza Karimi Kolor is an architect, researcher, and lecturer. He is the founder of Mirage Architecture Studio, focusing on architectural design, public spaces, and urban regeneration. His work explores the intersection of Iranian architectural heritage and contemporary design approaches. He has participated in national and international competitions and has received awards for his architectural projects.

Author of the project
Mirage architecture studio / Alireza Karimi Kolor

Visualization
Mirage architecture studio / Alireza Karimi Kolor

Status of the project
Conceptual design