Scope:
Social Design, affordable hotel design, sustainable & minimal design
Challenge & goal :
The goal of this project was to design a touristic complex that provides all the needs of the travelers to Isfahan, Iran while the cost of stay and service is low for the customer.
Approach:
This project started with analyzing different factors that contribute to the cost of hotel stays. Some of the factors are location, service types, size, amenities, etc.
As an architect design for sharing and strategic floor planning were the factors that I could control to bring the cost down. I focused on concepts of minimal design and shared economy to design an affordable hotel in a touristy area called “Chaharbagh” in Isfahan.
Solution:
Since this hotel is intended to be located in the heart of historic Isfahan, I got inspiration from traditional Persian architecture. I designed a central courtyard that manifests as a minimal environment that guest can share and use as a communal space. In addition, this courtyard functions as a microclimate modifier especially in a hot-arid region like Isfahan that connects guests to the natural environment. I focused on optimal floor plan design to design an efficient while functional rooms and hallways. Guest room interiors are minimal yet functional and create an optimal balance between the space and comfort. Common areas are designed to create a sense of community for the guests to be able to shop, dine and socialize.