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Armani Architects is young and talented award winning collective of architects and designers network based in Tehran, Iran and currently led by Amir Armani Asl and Kiana Ghader.

Armani Architects was established with the aim of enhancing architecture and human experience by incorporating Iran’s authentic culture into our designs to respond to today’s community challenges. Established in 2018.  this office has produced award-winning architectural and interior design projects across Iran and other countries.

Architect exploring design, writing and photography. Telling stories of people and place. Hued in the colours of the palette of Africa.

traditional architecture

Architectural identity

Landscape Architecture

Facade

Interior design

Residential complex

Commercial Complex

Hotel and accommodation

Sports Complex

Architecture Psychology

Visual Arts

Legislation, Justice, Representation, Communication, Architecture & Related Arts.

I am interested in architecture that relates to the culture where it is located, and at the time reflects the nuances of emerging contemporary living.

Planning & Design on Residential Single Unit to multi-storied building, Apartments & Housing.

Involved in some Urban Design Projects.

Few interiors projects including Bank,office have been successfully designed by me.

As an architect, my main focus is to achieve the function needed for the building and to create the convenient environment for the users to fulfill their needs. As to achieve this, my design always follows the project's concept and the general rule that says "Form Follows Function'. Starting from the least important detail in the project, to the master function, gives the project their identity and uniformity.

A H M E T V E F I K A L P

A R C H I T E C T U R B A N I S T
PROFESSOR OF ARCHITECTURE & URBANISM

FOUNDER & PRINCIPAL, ALP MIMARLAR TASARIM LTD
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CHIEF-ADVISOR OF THE PRIME MINISTER, TURKEY (1999-2002)

ACADEMICIAN & REGIONAL PRESIDENT, INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF ARCHITECTURE
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EMERİTUS MEMBER, ROYAL INSTITUTE OF BRITISH ARCHITECTS
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EMERİTUS MEMBER, AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS
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Following the French Lycée 'Saint Joseph', Alp has pursued his studies at the ITU Istanbul Technical University / Architecture from where he obtained the Degree of Architect in 1971, and that of Diplome Architect in 1973, both with High Honors. The Tepebasi Cultural Center, Istanbul, his thesis work, has drawn attention and was published in recognised architectural journals. Two competition entries he submitted just before and after his graduation, the Headquarters of the Central Bank of Turkey, Ankara; and the Commercial Center for Red Crescent Society of Turkey, Ankara both obtained the Jury Special Prize.
Immediately after his graduation, he joined The Architecture Faculty ITU as Assistant Professor of Architecture. He was then appointed by the Academic Chair to design the Campus for Naval Sciences Academy near Istanbul
In 1977, ITU / Architecture decided to position Alp to the United States for advanced studies.

Alp joined Rice University, School of Architecture in Houston, Texas where he was awarded the Degrees of Master and Doctor of Architecture in 1979. He has completed his doctoral studies in 16 months. His dissertation entitled 'Aesthetic Response to Geometry in Architecture' focuses into the domain of architectural and environmental psychology and deals with the problems of visual perception and the emotional / aesthetic interaction of man with his built surroundings. Before returning home Alp worked at the architectural firm 3D/International, Houston.
In 1982, Dr Alp was invited to the College of Environmental Design, King Fahd University, Dhahran. He has taught for 7 years there at the Departments of Architecture and City Planning. During that period he accomplished the designs and site supervision the Turkish Embassy and Staff Housing Complex at the Diplomatic Quarter in Riyadh.
Dr. Alp was elevated to the Rank of Associate Professor in 1985.
He was elected 'Professor' of the IAA International Academy of Architecture in 1989 and appointed by the Academic Council as Founding President of the IAA Regional Centre in İstanbul in 1993.

Alp is licensed as ‘Architect’ in Turkey as of 1971. He obtained his Registration from the State of Texas, US in 1984 as ‘Professional Architect’ and became a member of the Texas Society of Architects and American Institute of Architects. In 1995 Professor Alp was qualified as Professional Interior Architect' by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners. He has been welcomed as Allied Member of The American Society of Interior Designers in 1998.
Dr. Alp obtained in 1994 the highest level (A) License of City Planner from the Turkish Department of Environment & Urbanism.
Professor Alp has been the recipient of a number of Prizes and Dedications for his academic / professional work. His academic and Professional work is routinely being published in periodicals in different languages and daily newspapers. His 450-page work entitled Architectural Heritage of Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province documenting lost architectural antiquities was completed in 1990.
In addition to his own Country and the Middle East, Dr. Alp has worked in Switzerland and Japan.
In 1996 Dr Alp was appointed as Professor and Chairman of the School of Architecture, Gebze Technical University, Istanbul. Following his retirement from the latter State University, he has continued to conduct Architectural Design Studios in the private universities of Yeditepe and Beykent, Istanbul, Turkey
Alp has visited about 50 countries worldwide and speaks fluent English and French in addition to his native language.
The Ministry of Culture and The Council of Higher Education, Turkey have conjointly appointed Professor Alp to the membership of a Regional Council for The Preservation of the Cultural and Natural Landmarks. In 2001 he has been conferred with the title of Honorable Member of the Kazgor Design Academy, Kazakhistan and was elected as Member of the International Academy of Architecture for Eastern Countries.
Ahmet Vefik Alp has been appointed as Chief Advisor to the Prime Minister of Turkey 1999-2002.

The Presidium of the International Academy of Architecture represented by 22 delegates from various countries bestowed upon him the distinguished title of ‘Academician’ in 2000, anonymously and on the presence of the representatives of the International Union of Architects UIA and UNESCO.

In 1994, 1999, 2004 and 2009 local elections respectively, he run for the Office of the Metropolitan Mayor of Greater Istanbul, and his proposals for the restoration of the disturbed ecology, history and urbanism of the City recognised national and international attention.
In 2006 and 2009, he served as Jury Member for the IAA World Triennial of Architecture, Sofia, Bulgaria.
The architectural schemes he designed, amongst others, are the 17.000 m2 Taksim Mosque & Museum of History of Religions, in Istanbul Taksim Square and secondly a competition entry with Italian colleagues for the Istanbul TV Tower, a 357 m high communication and vista tower to be positioned at the highest point of Istanbul.
Dr. Alp has been the recipient of the European Property Awards 2011 and 2012 for 3 of his architectural works in Turkey, Malatya City Hall, The Department of Environmental Engineering, Gebze Technical University and ‘MHP’ Political Party HDQS in the capital Ankara, Turkey The latter was also awarded the International Academy of Architecture Special Prize 2018.
In 2011, Dr. Alp was elected as Chartered Member of RIBA Royal Instıtute of British Architects.
In 2012 and 2013 respectively, Dr Alp’ s ‘Mosque of the Republic & Museum of Religions’ scheme for Taksim Square, Istanbul won the UIA Union Internationale des Architectes First Prize during the XXXIII World Triennial of Architecture in Sofia, Bulgaria and the Second Prize of the IDA Internationsl Design Awards from USA. The same Project was shorlisted for the LICC London Internationale Creative Competition 2012.
In 2013 his The Hotel & Convention Center Design, İzmir, Turkey won the the Second Prize in its category in the IDA International Design Awards USA.
His entry for The ‘Çamlica Grand Mosque’ (Golden Dome Mosque) for Camlica Hill, Istanbul won the 1st Honorable Mention in the design competition and the 1st Prize in the LICC London International Cretaive Competition, 2013. His ‘Ecocity Konya’, Turkey Project was awarded ‘Silver Medal of the Order of Architects and Planners of Rome during the IAA Interarch 2015, Sofia, Bulgaria.
In 2016 his project for The Department of Electrical Electronical Enginnering, Gebze Technical University, Turkey was awarded the Bronze Prize during the 9th IDA International Design Awards, USA in the category of Institutional Buildings.
In 2020 Dr Alp’s Technology & Informatics Zone HDQS, Turkey was ther recipient of 2020 MUSE Design Awards ‘Siver Award’
Presently, Dr Alp continues to lead his firm Alp Mimarlar Architects Ltd in Istanbul and to head Istanbul Center of the International Academy of Architecture. He interacts with a number of associations and societies, participates in international juries, congresses, workshops and symposia.

PROFESSİONAL AFFLIATIONS SHORTLIST

CHAMBER OF ARCHITECTS OF TURKEY (TR)
CHAMBER OF CITY PLANNERS OF TURKEY (TR)
INTERNATIONAL UNION OF ARCHITECTS UIA
ROYAL INSTİTUTE OF BRITISH ARCHITECTS (RIBA) UK
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS AIA (USA)
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS EUROPE AIAE (EU)
INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF ARCHITECTURE IAA

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Architecture never can be defined. Its a feelings... And its test varies from person to person

Something about myself

The journey for architecture started way back as my father was a professional civil engineer possessing a Master’s degree in Ekistics from Greece to his credit. Since he was involved in projects within and outside Pakistan, we were living in different parts of the world. It was a blessing to observe, interact and exposed with varied cultures, art of different region which got my passion for architecture flared in the later years.

My understanding of architecture is not limited to the build sturcture only rather the " Feel" and " Approach" behind each physical thing . This has given me ample vision to corelate myself with Poetry , paintings , dancing and above all nature. Colours , proportions and ego system has taught me to survive alongwith other species and habitats.

Education:

·       Bachelors in Architecture from University of         Engineering and Technology, later a

·       Master’s in Business Administration and

·       Masters in Project Management from Islamabad, the urge for excellence has kept boosting my moral for learning till date.

I was lucky to work with Legendary architect Nayyar Ali Dada, at the beginning of my career , who had been instrumental in making me understand the proportion and space, linkage of exterior and interior, vernacular architectural   with profound knowledge of materials and Craftsmen. Happen to work with Meinhardt an international consultancy firm further boasted my confidence to handle projects ranging from small-scale to mega ones.

Linkage with architectural fraternity:

As part of the Architectural family; I am involved in to put in my part of the share to elevate the professionalism of architecture in Pakistan; being associated with University and schools of Architectural as Visiting faculty few years back and as a juror, adviser to students; it is always a proud moment to guide and support upcoming young architects. It is always a great moment to witness young architects achieve the desired level of education and skill set for later professional needs; it is only possible with connection with them and discussion; in fact, it is a two-way learning.

Current experience (twenty-four years)

I had also been involved in the planning and construction of Islamabad Serena Hotel and Business complex project. I was also an active team member for projects in the region including Afghanistan and Tajikistan for Kabul Serena and Dushanbe Serena Hotel. I have keen eye and experience coordinating and supervising the manufacturing of furniture, soft furnishings, carpets and supply chain management of critical project items. I also have the experience in planning and designing of non-commercial welfare projects including Hospitals, sport and education facilities. I have also been associated to handle/liaison and coordination with civic authorities, utility companies, and Government agencies. It has been more than a decade relationship with my current employer.

Affiliations and memberships

I am a registered Architect with Pakistan Council of Architects and Town Planners and an associate member of Institute of Architects Pakistan.

Currently serving as Past Chairman for Institute of Architects Pakistan RIC.

Hobbies / pass time

Love to spend time with my wife and daughters. Being a fun and adventure loving person, always geared for picnics, movies, social gatherings. Having true love with music, a singer/ vocalist. Been an athlete; played soccer, swimming, represented my University in Badminton at provincial level.  Cycling has been my recent love and getting to explore my surroundings on two-wheeler. Socially connected with friends and family through FB, WhatsApp and other social networking apps.,

International Seminars and workshop.

Have attended numerous professional seminars/ workshops on varied subjects.

My special architectural focus would be on the residential projects, I can say that I run an Architectural Consultancy "Riaz Associates" in Pakistan for 30 years (1984 -2014), in the city of Lahore, one of the most populated city of the country and the capital of the biggest province 'Punjab'.

  My interest was on individual housing and the housing schemes projects. My focus was on to design custom homes for the particular clients according to their family requirements, budget with the environment of the location. My primary interest was on a practical, well lighted and a space full of comfort. I attended many juries in different universities in Pakistan.

  With my experience and interest in reading magazines, I started publishing an architectural and art magazine (quarterly) "Designers Style" in 2011 as publisher and editor in chief and it is running till today. It is one of the top 3 publications in the country and I am honoured that it has articles from around the world and is sent to many places outside the country. Because of my dual nationality I travelled a lot to many places especially Canada and I moved to Toronto in 2014. I am managing my magazine team from here and to learn more I got admission in Ryerson University, Chang School of Continuing Education in the subject of publishing in 2017. You can visit online at facebook.com/designerstyle.magazine

   I moved to Calgary now in Nov.2019, to explore life and style of west of Canada and US.

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