Habibeh Madjdabadi is one of Iran’s most distinguished architects, renowned for her innovative and boundary-pushing designs. Her work encompasses architecture, conceptual art, and design, earning international recognition and numerous awards.
Madjdabadi’s unique approach integrates mathematical concepts of approximation, capturing the essence of nature’s imperfect forms. This method humanises the design process, celebrating the beauty of the handmade and contrasting with the rigid perfection of industrialised construction. Madjdabadi’s projects highlight the role of workers and the handmade process, making her works close to art and valuing the imperfection of human craftsmanship.
Her notable achievements include being shortlisted for the Aga Khan Award in 2016, receiving the Worldwide Brick Award in 2014, and the Tamayouz Woman in Construction Award in 2019. Her work has been exhibited at prestigious venues such as the Venice Biennale and featured in RIBA’s 100 Women Architects’ book.
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