kalbod studio

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kalbod studio

About kalbod studio

During his years of activity, Mr. Mohammad Rahimizadeh, the founder and principal architect at Kalbod design studio, has designed various projects with a variety of uses and scales. To provide a contemporary alternative to traditional Iranian architecture, we, at Kalbod Design Studio try to respond accurately to challenges of the climatic, economic, political, social, and cultural conditions of each project. In addition to creativity and quality, the Kalbod studio knows the needs and limitations of its projects well and designs beyond nationalities and specialized disciplines, regardless of borders. These projects target atmospheric charisma, emotional urgency, and environmental sustainability already expressed in the design.

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Interview with kalbod studio

Could you please tell us more about your art and design background? What made you become an artist/designer? Have you always wanted to be a designer?
My grandfather was the most important factor for me to become a designer. He was one of the most famous experimental architects in Iran who created many designs and I am always proud of him .
Can you tell us more about your company / design studio?
Kalbod Design Studio is one of the subsets of Kalbod Construction Group, which works in the field of execution and design, I established it in 2016. During my years of activity, I have designed various projects with a variety of uses. With the aim of providing a contemporary alternative to traditional Iranian architecture, tries responding accurately to challenges of the climatic, economic, political, social and cultural conditions of each project. In addition to creativity and quality, the Kalbod studio knows the needs and limitations of its projects well and designs beyond nationalities and specialized disciplines, regardless of borders.
What is "design" for you?
Design is an inner feeling for me, a kind of deification and creation .Visualize and create something that did not exist is attractive .
What kinds of works do you like designing most?
Building and object design has always been a priority, but any subject that has a specific challenge gives me the necessary motivation.
What is your most favorite design, could you please tell more about it?
Conceptual and abstract design has always fascinated me, a kind of transcendent art. That is, the artist analyzes his project in different mental layers .
What was the first thing you designed for a company?
The first thing I designed was a small building in an old neighborhood. Many conditions were not ready for the ideal design, but I did my best .
What is your favorite material / platform / technology?
Making with 3D printing technology has always been fascinating to me. It would be great if buildings could be built much larger and with this technology .
When do you feel the most creative?
It makes me feel really creative when the challenges of a project are solved .The human mind has the ability to look at and analyze even a fixed subject from thousands of different angles. This kind of creativity is formed .
Which aspects of a design do you focus more during designing?
I think every project should have a scenario. The designer, like a director, portrays that scenario in the best way. We always focused a lot on the scenario .
What kind of emotions do you feel when you design?
When I focus on a project, I feel suspended in space A kind of movement in time and place .All five senses are involved in this situation and creativity is at its peak .
What kind of emotions do you feel when your designs are realized?
Designing gives me a sense of power. I find it fascinating that you can create something . I am always proud of the way we think after my designs are spread . .
What makes a design successful?
It does not have a specific rule. Many times the designer thinks that the design should be much more successful, but it is not. In my opinion, the most important criteria is the designer's experience and thinking.
When judging a design as good or bad, which aspects do you consider first?
I would consider a design good if the designer have been successful in meeting the needs of the building and overcoming its challenges.
From your point of view, what are the responsibilities of a designer for society and environment?
In my opinion, the designer becomes a researcher, psychologist and sociologist over the years. The designer is introduced as an influential human being in the structure of human mind and taste.
How do you think the "design field" is evolving? What is the future of design?
The future of design in digital and meta-space will change drastically. The fewer the implementation restrictions and the higher the manufacturing technology are, the easier it will be for designers to realize their ideas.
When was your last exhibition and where was it? And when do you want to hold your next exhibition?
Iran Building and Design Exhibition. We are trying to apply for the 2023 Dubai exhibition. . .
Where does the design inspiration for your works come from? How do you feed your creativity? What are your sources of inspirations?
Nature is always the most important source of inspiration for designers. I myself like the ideas of sculptors and for my source of inspiration I am interested in sculptors’ perspective in designing.
How would you describe your design style? What made you explore more this style and what are the main characteristics of your style? What's your approach to design?
In my company, we try to see buildings as sculptures and ourselves as sculptors. The idea of relating spatial and functional applications in the context of an abstract scheme is very interesting.
Where do you live? Do you feel the cultural heritage of your country affects your designs? What are the pros and cons during designing as a result of living in your country?
I live in Tehran, Iran. We grew up here with a rich source of architecture and culture. Our traditional architecture has contributed significantly to the global growth and development of the designing industry over the years.
How do you work with companies?
We are in contact with world-class companies in various executive fields. We all know that even the best designs fail without a proper implementation.
What are your suggestions to companies for working with a designer? How can companies select a good designer?
I think the thinking path of a designer at different times is the best reason to choose a designer. A design that progresses and grows through step by step thinking definitely deserves to be selected.
Can you talk a little about your design process?
We first try to have enough knowledge about the subject and examine all the challenges of the project, then we turn all the cases into a series of diagrams, and in the next step we turn these diagrams into etudes and initial designs. In the next step. We finalize and complete the project concept .
Can you describe a day in your life?
I am in the office every day at 8 am. Usually in the mornings we talk about the challenge of the projects with my colleagues and in the evening I inspect the projects. Various meetings with employers and executives are other topics in my daily routine. Lately, I also study and analyze the works of famous architects
Could you please share some pearls of wisdom for young designers? What are your suggestions to young, up and coming designers?
Of course, I am one of the young architects, but in architecture, I always tried to follow my own stream of thought .I have succeeded a little, but there is still a long way to go.
From your perspective, what would you say are some positives and negatives of being a designer?
The most important thing for a designer is the independence of decision and choice. When external factors such as the employer interfere in the designer's work, the result can not be optimistic.
What is your "golden rule" in design?
We think and study so much about the subject and concept to reach the maximum mental potential . Nothing will be sacrificed for quality.
What skills are most important for a designer?
The most important is the ability to visualize space and the power of space analysis, followed by aesthetic issues .Design is a set of abilities to visualize space and creativity and thinking .
Which tools do you use during design? What is inside your toolbox? Such as software, application, hardware, books, sources of inspiration etc.?
We definitely use software features such as modeling and planning software a lot. Apart from this, searching and researching and analyzing similar projects is very useful.
Designing can sometimes be a really time consuming task, how do you manage your time?
For me, quality is the most important issue in the studio. We spend as much time as necessary to achieve acceptable quality for the project. Another issue is project management and the timing of the designers who work on the project.
How long does it take to design an object from beginning to end?
We work mostly in the field of building design, but a new object design department is set up in the studio where we try to create our own creative ideas and context.
What is the most frequently asked question to you, as a designer?
How to solve spatial relationships and plans is the most important issue and concern of all designers and employers. And the next question most young architects ask is where to start.
What was your most important job experience?
In my opinion, how to interact with the employer has been the most important experience of my recent years There will be no project if the right cooperation between the designer and the employer is not formed.
Who are some of your clients?
Most of our clients are high standard of living employers who come to us to invest in their personal building or house. Large construction companies are also our employers . State-owned companies are also part of our employers.
What type of design work do you enjoy the most and why?
The design of villas and houses is always attractive that you design the living environment of a family and think about all their daily needs and try to give the best answer to it.
What are your future plans? What is next for you?
We are developing studios in Dubai and Toronto. We strive to be an international collection with world standards . My effort is to be one of the top 10 architectural studios.
Do you work as a team, or do you develop your designs yourself?
I am the manager of a group of 20 people where all the projects are done step by step by the whole team, but the main line of thought is always designed by me.
Do you have any works-in-progress being designed that you would like to talk about?
We are designing a concept island in Dubai, an island for 2040 .We tried to design according to the needs of the future man.
How can people contact you?
We can communicate through the site (kalbod.studio.com), email(kalboddesignstudio@gmail.com), Instagram(kalbod.studio) and phone (+989121432401) .
Any other things you would like to cover that have not been covered in these questions?
Thank you for your time and attention to design . I hope that in the coming years we will talk about the successes we will achieve.

Designer of the Day Interview with kalbod studio

Could you please tell us about your experience as a designer, artist, architect or creator?
My name is Mohammad Rahimizadeh. I am a graduate of the University of Tehran and I have been doing design for 14 years. During this time, I have designed various projects with different applications and I have been a finalist or winner of several international design competitions, the latest of which was A awards 2022.
How did you become a designer?
My grandfather was the most important motivation for me to become a designer. He was one of the most famous experimental architects in Iran who created designed many buildings and I am always proud of him.
What are your priorities, technique and style when designing?
We first try to have enough knowledge about the subject and examine all the challenges of the project, then we turn all the cases into a series of diagrams, and in the next step we turn these diagrams into etudes and initial designs. In the next step. We finalize and complete the project concept .
Which emotions do you feel when designing?
Designing gives me a sense of power. I find it fascinating that I can create something .When I focus on a project, I feel suspended in space. A kind of movement in time and place.
What particular aspects of your background shaped you as a designer?
In my opinion, a designer should first be a psychologist, sociologist and researcher Your point of view will be very effective in the design process. In the next step you need the skill of analyzing space and form like a sculptor. Understanding the proportions correctly. And in the last stage, experience is the most important issue
What is your growth path? What are your future plans? What is your dream design project?
We are developing studios in Dubai and Toronto. We strive to be an international collection with world standards .We are designing a concept island in Dubai, an island for 2040
What are your advices to designers who are at the beginning of their career?
One of the points that I always tell my colleagues is to try to increase their power of analysis and visualization of space and the next point is to study and analyze the works of other architects. There are many points that architects have addressed and by studying them, lessons can be learned.
You are truly successful as a designer, what do you suggest to fellow designers, artists and architects?
As a developing collection, we are very focused on the design process. That is, we try to take each project step by step At each stage, a number of project challenges will be solved This is a great path for any professional collection
What is your day to day look like?
I am in the office every day at 8 am. Usually in the mornings we talk about the challenge of the projects with my colleagues and in the evening I inspect the projects. Various meetings with employers and executives are other topics in my daily routine. Lately, I also study and analyze the works of famous architects
How do you keep up with latest design trends? To what extent do design trends matter?
We always review and learn from all the events and projects of friends and colleagues in the studio Architecture and design is a very dynamic subject, which means that it is not possible to be in a closed space and body of communication for a long time and always produce successful works. The mind of the designer must always be changing
How do you know if a product or project is well designed? How do you define good design?
It does not have a specific rule. Many times the designer thinks that the design should be much more successful, but it is not. In my opinion, the most important criteria is the designer's experience and thinking .In my opinion, it can be successful if the project responds to its environmental challenges and is properly evaluated aesthetically.
How do you decide if your design is ready?
After the concept of the project is finalized, first a model is made, then we try to solve the executive problems, and then the executive plans are prepared with high accuracy. At this stage, if all the items are done correctly, the design is ready
What is your biggest design work?
This bridge project, which won the competition, is one of the most important projects we have designed so far I think it can be very effective both in terms of design and project location The combination of traditional architecture of Isfahan with modern elements has become an attractive combination
Would you tell us a bit about your lifestyle and culture?
I live in Tehran, Iran. We grew up here with a rich source of architecture and culture. Our traditional architecture has contributed significantly to the global growth and development of the designing industry over the years.
Would you tell us more about your work culture and business philosophy?
In Atelier, I am always looking for quality colleagues who have no other concern than progress in architecture The financial issue is always the last issue for me, the project itself and the employer, and the issues that I can influence in the project. We are looking for progress, we are looking to become better architects of this philosophy of our work
What are your philanthropic contributions to society as a designer, artist and architect?
Every year we try to design a school for charities for free This is one of the contributions you can miss Another issue is to try to move towards sustainable designs and a world without carbon
What positive experiences you had when you attend the A’ Design Award?
I think it was very interesting that the collection had the right attitude towards the competition and the participants Another thing is that it was a great deal to do, and that's great I am very thankful for the whole collection

Extended Interview with kalbod studio

Could you please tell us about your experience as a designer, artist, architect or creator?
I graduated in architecture from the University of Tehran in 2008 and have been working in the field of architecture and design for about 14 years. During these years, I have designed about 40 different projects and won several international competitions.
How did you become a designer?
Designing and creating have a sense of power for me, and being creative and thinking motivates me a lot
What are your priorities, technique and style when designing?
My grandfather was the most important motivation for me to become a designer. He was one of the most famous experimental architects in Iran who created designed many buildings and I am always proud of him.
Which emotions do you feel when designing?
The design of villas and houses is always attractive that you design the living environment of a family and think about all their daily needs and try to give the best answer to it.
What particular aspects of your background shaped you as a designer?
The most important is the ability to visualize space and the power of space analysis, followed by aesthetic issues
What is your growth path? What are your future plans? What is your dream design project?
Designer thinking and perspective can change the quality of designers. Any design that looks at the project from a better perspective and better understands the challenges of the project will be more successful.
What are your advices to designers who are at the beginning of their career?
Proper analysis of the situation and conditions of the project can greatly change the quality of the project. In my opinion, it is a good plan that, while responding appropriately to the issues of challenges, is also excellent in terms of aesthetics and visual identity.
You are truly successful as a designer, what do you suggest to fellow designers, artists and architects?
The value of good design to the right taste and sense and energy that is transmitted to the viewer. A good plan in the right interaction with its environment by increasing the credibility and capital of all the factors influencing it
How do you know if a product or project is well designed? How do you define good design?
I try to think of a parameter that others do not think of and look at it from an angle that others do not.
What is your biggest design work?
I recently saw a work by Japanese architect Sou Fujimoto that was very appealing and made the right connection between form and function.
Who is your favourite designer?
The best project we did was the Isfahan Knowledge Bridge project, which is well designed due to the connection with the site and the correct performance solution
Would you tell us a bit about your lifestyle and culture?
Of course, my team and I are trying to get better every day, but the most important thing that we pay attention to is the correct analysis of the subject. This helps the designer to provide better quality.
Would you tell us more about your work culture and business philosophy?
I think I was becoming a musician, a kind of arranger or producer of music
What are your philanthropic contributions to society as a designer, artist and architect?
Creating something in the universe - something that did not exist before. Design makes sense to me. You are unlimited flying all over the world

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