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Jaqalan Villa by Yaser and Yasin Rashid Shomali

Jaqalan Villa by Yaser and Yasin Rashid Shomali is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Pláta in Arquitectura, Óga ha Mba'eguasu Jejapo Competition Category.


PlátaArquitectura· 2025

Jaqalan Villa

by Yaser and Yasin Rashid Shomali

Client: Shomali Design Studio

A' Design Award Pláta Winner in Arquitectura Category

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The Design

About Jaqalan Villa

Jaqalan, he'iséva "angirũ" turko ñe'ẽme, oguereko mokõi villa oñondivéva arquitectónicamente Zekeriyakoy tekoha hovy pegua, Estambul-pe. Ojehechakuaa ógape ojepysóva iporãitereíva oguejy yvy peve rupi, pe diseño ombohovái ama tuicha oikóva pe región-pe ha omoheñói peteĩ identidad visual mbarete. Terraza tuichakue ha ovetã yvy guive techo peve oipytyvõ oñembojoaju mbarete óga ryepy ha okápe. Panel kuarahy ha mba'e hembiapokue porãva reheve, Jaqalan ohechauka tekove sustentable, omopyendáva arquitectura residencial ko'ãgagua minimalismo ha armonía contextual rupive.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Pláta

Jaqalan Villa ohupyty A' Design Award Pláta, peteĩ ñehechakuaa extraordinariamente prestigioso oñeme'ẽva diseño de primera línea, hechapyrãva ha impresionante-pe. Umi ganador Pláta ha'e tembiapo brillante ha heta creativo ohechaukáva expertise, talento ha agudeza sobresaliente umi diseñador-pe. Oñeha'ãrõ Jaqalan Villa ha'eha peteĩ tembiapo maravilloso, ejemplar, profesional ha innovador pypukuvéva. Ko diseño ohupytýva A' Design Award Pláta ha'e invento ojehechakuaáva ha ojehayhúva ohepyme'ẽva ha ombohasáva límite arte, ciencia, diseño ha tecnología rehegua. Jaqalan Villa ha'e creación heta ojeenvidiáva omokyre'ỹva ipotapy, ome'ẽva sentimiento positivo ha omoheñóiva maravilla ha sorpresa.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties
Jaqalan is a modern villa project in Zekeriyaköy, Istanbul, featuring dynamic forms and sloped roofs that integrate with the landscape. Sustainable materials like concrete and metal are used, along with solar panels for energy efficiency. Ample open and closed spaces promote social interaction and connect residents with nature, setting a new standard for contemporary residential architecture.
Dimensions & Packaging
The Jaqalan project consists of two villas: a 1,000 square meter villa with five bedrooms and a 400 square meter villa with three bedrooms. Both feature sloped roofs that extend to the ground for optimal rainwater drainage and solar panel integration. Located on a sloped lot, the structures ensure unobstructed views and abundant natural light, reaching approximately 7 meters in height.
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Jaqalan, ModernArchitecture, SustainableDesign, LuxuryVillas, DynamicDesign, ResidentialDesign
Production Technology
The Jaqalan villas utilize reinforced concrete and steel for structural integrity. Advanced techniques, including modular construction, enhance efficiency and minimize waste. Sloped roofs facilitate rainwater drainage and house solar panels, while large glass facades maximize natural light and views, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor experience.
Design Challenge
A key challenge in the Jaqalan project was balancing innovative design with local regulatory constraints. Building codes limited design flexibility and material choices. Achieving sustainability required extensive research into ecofriendly materials and technologies. Collaborating with local authorities ensured compliance while maintaining a modern aesthetic that resonates with the landscape.
Research
This design research focused on sustainable architecture's impact on residential living. The objective was to create a harmonious environment that integrates with nature. Qualitative methods included site analyses, resident interviews, and lifestyle surveys. Insights revealed a need for open spaces fostering social interaction, aiming to influence future architectural practices for community well-being and sustainability.
Inspiration
Inspiration for Jaqalan comes from the lush greenery and hills of Zekeriyakoy. The design emphasizes harmony with nature while embracing modern aesthetics. Research into sustainable practices guided the choice of eco-friendly materials and solutions like sloped roofs for rainwater management, aiming to redefine contemporary living in a serene and functional environment.
Project Duration
Design work commenced in April 2022 in Tehran, Iran, with construction starting in summer 2023 and nearing completion now. The project located in Zekeriyakoy, Instanbul, Turkey. The villas are located in a luxury residential area, leveraging the natural landscape for optimal integration.
Operation Flow
The Jaqalan villas encourage interaction through open floor plans, connecting indoor and outdoor spaces. Large terraces and balconies facilitate social gatherings, while strategically placed windows frame views and enhance ventilation. The sloped roofs create dynamic interior spaces with high ceilings, promoting openness and comfort throughout the villas.
Team Members
Designer: Yaser Rashid Shomali
Architect: Yasin Rashid Shomali
Client & Construction company: Deniz Otesi Insaat
Image Credits
Main Image: Visualizers Yaser Rashid Shomali & Yasin Rashid Shomali, Jaqalan, 2024.
Optional Image #1: Visualizers Yaser Rashid Shomali & Yasin Rashid Shomali, Jaqalan, 2024.
Optional Image #2: Visualizers Yaser Rashid Shomali & Yasin Rashid Shomali, Jaqalan, 2024.
Optional Image #3: Visualizers Yaser Rashid Shomali & Yasin Rashid Shomali, Jaqalan, 2024.
Optional Image #4: Visualizers Yaser Rashid Shomali & Yasin Rashid Shomali, Jaqalan, 2024.
Video: Visualizers Yaser Rashid Shomali & Yasin Rashid Shomali, Jaqalan, 2024.

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