This contemporary residential building was developed through close collaboration between an award-winning architect and a recognized visual artist, with the architectural envelope directly inspired by the Tehran Central Library. The façade system is constructed using a non-combustible, fire-rated brick cladding assembly, selected to meet stringent fire-safety and durability requirements. The cladding material is inherently non-flammable and provides a high level of fire resistance, effectively functioning as a fireproof exterior finish when installed as part of a compliant wall assembly.
The building envelope was designed and executed to address fire separation, thermal performance, moisture control, and long-term material stability, with careful detailing at interfaces, anchoring systems, and expansion joints. Installation sequencing and attachment methods were coordinated to comply with applicable fire codes, structural tolerances, and façade performance standards.
The project consists of 10 residential units, each configured as three-bedroom layouts of approximately 2,600 sq ft, supported by a reinforced structural system designed to accommodate residential loading, cantilevered elements, and façade dead loads. A 6,010 sq ft penthouse level crowns the structure, requiring additional structural coordination, upgraded mechanical zoning, and enhanced envelope detailing to maintain consistent performance across all elevations.
Mechanical, electrical, and life-safety systems were integrated early in the construction process to ensure coordination with the envelope and structural systems. Particular attention was given to fire resistance ratings, compartmentalization, and system penetrations, ensuring compliance without compromising architectural intent. The completed building represents a technically rigorous execution where code compliance, fire safety, envelope performance, and architectural expression are fully aligned.