Middle East Bazaar Tower

Usage: Commercial-Interior Design
Location: Khorasan/Iran
Year:  2014
Client: Sepad Khorasan
Architect: Jila Norouzi
Design Team:
Soheil Sadeghian
Niloufar Ghorbani
Ali Mahjob
Golnar Ebrahimi
Area: 60,000m²

Project description

The interior architectural design of the Sepad commercial complex draws inspiration from traditional Iranian bazaars, incorporating the structural patterns of Timcheh (small market chambers), Chahar-sou (central intersections), and Rasteh (main market pathways) while adapting to the needs of contemporary shopping centers. Thus, examining various examples and selecting an appropriate model is essential.

The word bazaar has ancient origins, meaning a place for the sale and display of goods. In Middle Persian, it was referred to as vazar, with derivatives like vazarg (meaning market trader) and Vazargan (meaning merchant).

In Iranian architecture and culture, bazaars have a significant role as hubs for commerce, social gatherings, and cultural exchanges. Traditional Iranian bazaars are typically composed of different sections, including main pathways, shops, Timcheh, caravanserais, and spacious courtyards, each serving a unique purpose.

These spaces were not only dedicated to trade but also provided venues for social interactions, cultural ceremonies, and information exchange, reflecting the multifaceted role bazaars played in Iranian society.

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