Inverted House

PrizeHonorable Mention in Architectural Design / Conceptual Architecture
Firm LocationTehran, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
CompanyGelan Architects
Lead ArchitectMahtab Hasani-Mohammad Kaafy- Narmin Heydarnezhad
ClientHamid adhami

‘The Inverted House’ project is located in one of the northern villages in Iran, near Pol-Sefid city. The project block of land is situated lower than the adjacent road, presenting design challenges. A lot of attention has been put into studying the project's local context to maintain a balance between the building and its surrounding. ‘The Inverted House’ design process has set an example for creating a desirable living environment for the village.