About Us
Mohammadreza Soleimani is an assistant professor, researcher, and designer in the field of architecture. He holds two bachelor’s degrees: one in Architecture from ctb.iau and one in Management from the University of Tehran, a Master’s degree in Architecture from ntb.iau and a PhD in Architecture from srbiau.
He has been an assistant professor in the Department of Architecture at wtbiau since 2015, served as the Director of Research of faculty from 2017 to 2019, and also worked as Vice Chancellor in Faculty of Art and Architecture from 2021 to 2022. Then from 2022 to 2025, he served as Dean of Faculty of Art and Architecture.
During this period, he founded his studio, which work in the field of education, research, and design by carrying out research projects, holding training courses, organizing and leading professional group trips, participating in competitions, and designing professional projects.
Research & Education
Our researches across multiple architectural fields is organized into two domains: theoretical studies and design practices.
In collaboration with student teams, our design projects investigate new physical forms inspired by indigenous architectural patterns and transform spatial organization by holding exhibition, workshops and training courses.
Holding Art & Architecture Exhibitions
Planning and organizing educational trips
Running training workshops
In the theoretical studies, we explore cultural, historical, and philosophical contexts alongside indigenous architectural patterns, resulting in a translated book and numerous published articles.
Identities by Chris Abel
Some of Articles
— A Review in Concept of Identity in Iranian Contemporary Architecture (1979- 2013), Mohammadreza Soleimani, 2012-2013.
— Analytical Approach to the Function of Architectural Competitions in Iran, Mohammadreza Soleimani, Seyyed Gholamreza Eslami, Kimiya-ye- Honar, Winter 2013.
— The Recognition of Concept and Principles of Identity in Architecture, Mohammadreza Soleimani, Iraj Etesam, Farah Habib, Hoviateshahr, Spring 2016.