Jaqalan Vaj Tsev Loj by Yaser and Yasin Rashid Shomali

Jaqalan Vaj Tsev Loj by Yaser and Yasin Rashid Shomali is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Nyiaj in Tsim Vaj Tsev, Tsev thiab Qauv Tsev Competition Category.

NyiajVaj Tsev· 2025

Jaqalan Vaj Tsev Loj

by Yaser and Yasin Rashid Shomali

Client: Shomali Design Studio

A' Design Award Nyiaj Winner in Vaj Tsev Category

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The Design

About Jaqalan Vaj Tsev Loj

Jaqalan, txhais tau tias cov phooj ywg hauv lus Turkish, muaj ob lub vaj tsev loj sib koom ua ke hauv kev tsim vaj tsev nyob rau hauv toj roob uas ntsuab ntawm Zekeriyakoy, Istanbul. Muaj tus yam ntxwv los ntawm cov ru tsev nqes zoo nkauj uas nqis mus rau hauv av, tus qauv tsim no daws teeb meem ntawm cheeb tsam cov dej nag ntau thaum tsim ib qho kev pom qhov txawv tshwj xeeb. Cov chaw dav dav thiab cov qhov rais ntawm hauv pem teb mus rau qab nthab txhawb nqa kev sib txuas hauv tsev thiab sab nraum zoov muaj zog. Nrog rau hnub ci vaj huam sib luag thiab cov khoom siv hluav taws xob zoo, Jaqalan qhia txog kev ua neej ruaj khov, rov txhais kev tsim vaj tsev nyob niaj hnub nimno los ntawm kev yooj yim thiab kev sib haum xeeb raws li ib puag ncig.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Nyiaj

Jaqalan Vaj Tsev Loj yog tus yeej ntawm A' Design Award Nyiaj, ib qho kev lees paub muaj meej mom heev tshaj li qub uas muab rau cov qauv tsim qib siab, zoo nkauj thiab ua rau neeg xav tsis thoob. Cov neeg yeej Nyiaj yog cov haujlwm ci ntsa iab heev thiab tsim tshiab heev uas qhia txog kev paub, kev txawj ntse thiab kev ntse ntawm cov kws tsim qauv. Jaqalan Vaj Tsev Loj xav tias yuav yog ib qho haujlwm zoo kawg nkaus uas tsim rau qhia, tshaj lij heev thiab tsim tshiab tob. Cov qauv tsim yeej A' Design Award Nyiaj no yog ib qho khoom tsim uas pom tseeb heev thiab neeg qhuas uas pab tau thiab nthuav dav ciam teb ntawm kev kos duab, kev tshawb fawb, kev tsim qauv thiab thev naus laus zis. Jaqalan Vaj Tsev Loj yog ib qho khoom tsim uas neeg coob xav tau, uas ua rau xav, coj kev xav zoo thiab ua rau xav tsis thoob thiab xav paub.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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.
Tags: 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.
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Video: Visualizers Yaser Rashid Shomali & Yasin Rashid Shomali, Jaqalan, 2024.