Design Philosophy
The Space Between: Architecture and Cinema
How years of film production design taught me to think about architecture differently.
February 20, 2026 · 5 min read
Reflections on sustainable architecture, design philosophy, materials, and the creative process behind building meaningful spaces.
Bioclimatic architecture is more than a trend—it's a return to first principles. Before mechanical heating and cooling, buildings were designed to work with their environment.
Orient buildings to maximize passive solar gain in winter and minimize it in summer. Use thermal mass to regulate temperature swings. Design ventilation pathways that harness prevailing winds.
Read ArticleHow years of film production design taught me to think about architecture differently.
A practical framework for evaluating building materials based on lifecycle impact and durability.
How growing up surrounded by Persian architecture and studying in Rome created a unique design language.
Moving beyond net-zero. How buildings can become active contributors to the energy grid.
Modular green systems could transform terraces, facades, and rooftops into living ecosystems.
After years of working within other studios, I needed a practice where sustainability isn't a feature but a foundation.