Damavand Villa is a private residence located at the edge of the Alborz Mountains in Damavand, Iran. Developed from 2015 through completion, Bahareh led the project from concept to construction, being responsible for the architectural design, detailing, and on-site supervision, while coordinating closely with a structural engineer and a local architect for permitting. Through her approach, the design draws from Iranian architectural traditions and adapts them to a contemporary residential context.
Bahareh organized the building as a compact volume articulated through roof geometry, terraces, and a carefully developed facade. She selected brick as the primary material, complemented by wood elements at balconies and openings. For Bahareh, brick is treated as a construction system rather than a surface finish: walls are thickened, carved, and perforated to introduce depth, shadow, and controlled transparency.
Across the facade, Bahareh developed a series of detailed brick strategies. Perforated brick screens filter light and views, while projecting and recessed bricks create texture and rhythm. At corners, the brickwork is stepped and layered, emphasizing mass and structural continuity rather than sharp edges—an approach that reinforces Bahareh’s intention to shape the building as a solid volume carved through subtraction.
Deep roof overhangs, designed by Bahareh, define the upper levels and protect the facades from sun and weather while framing terraces beneath. The pitched roof responds to the mountainous context and establishes a clear silhouette for the house.
The program is distributed over three levels: a caretaker suite on the ground floor; the main living spaces—including kitchen, living room, and master bedroom—on the first floor; and additional bedrooms with a small living area on the second floor. Bahareh carefully aligned interior organization with facade openings and terraces, ensuring a strong and consistent relationship between inside and outside.
Ultimately, the project reflects Bahareh’s direct engagement with materials, detailing, and construction, resulting in a building where her architectural intent is carried coherently through to the built work.