Jaqalan Vilja by Yaser and Yasin Rashid Shomali

Jaqalan Vilja by Yaser and Yasin Rashid Shomali is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Premju A' Design Award tal-Fidda in Disinn tal-Arkitettura, Bini u Strutturi Competition Category.

FiddaArkitettura· 2025

Jaqalan Vilja

by Yaser and Yasin Rashid Shomali

Client: Shomali Design Studio

Premju A' Design Award tal-Fidda Winner in Arkitettura Category

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The Design

About Jaqalan Vilja

Jaqalan, li tfisser ħbieb bit-Torki, tikkonsisti f'żewġ vilas unifikati arkitettonikament fil-pajsaġġ aħdar ta' Zekeriyakoy, Istanbul. Ikkaratterizzata minn saqaf imtaħħel impressjonanti li jinżel sal-art, id-disinn jindirizza x-xita qawwija tar-reġjun filwaqt li joħloq identità viżwali qawwija. Taraċi vasti u twieqi mill-art sal-kisħa jrawmu konnessjoni qawwija bejn ġewwa u barra. B'pannelli solari u materjali effiċjenti fl-enerġija, Jaqalan tesemplifika għajxien sostenibbli, u tirridefinixxxi l-arkitettura residenzjali kontemporanja permezz tal-minimaliżmu u l-armonija kontestwali.

The Recognition

About the Premju A' Design Award tal-Fidda

Jaqalan Vilja huwa rebbieħ tal-Premju A' Design Award tal-Fidda, rikonoxximent prestiġjuż straordinarjament mogħti lil disinji tal-ogħla livell, sbieħ u impressjonanti. Ir-rebbieħa tal-Fidda huma xogħlijiet brillanti ħafna u kreattivi ħafna li juru l-għarfien espert, it-talent u l-aċċuratezza tad-disinjaturi tagħhom. Huwa mistenni li Jaqalan Vilja ikun xogħol mill-isbaħ, eżemplari, professjonali ħafna u innovattiv bil-fond. Dan id-disinn rebbieħ tal-Fidda huwa invenzjoni notevoli u mammirata li tikkontribwixxi biex jitwessgħu l-fruntieri tal-arti, ix-xjenza, id-disinn u t-teknoloġija. Jaqalan Vilja huwa ħolqien li ħafna jinvidjawh, li jqajjem ix-xewqat, iġib sentimenti pożittivi u joħloq tgħaġġib u mistagħġib.

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.
Optional Image #4: Visualizers Yaser Rashid Shomali & Yasin Rashid Shomali, Jaqalan, 2024.
Video: Visualizers Yaser Rashid Shomali & Yasin Rashid Shomali, Jaqalan, 2024.