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Sefidrood Cunsultant
Designed for an engineering and consulting practice in Rasht, Sefidrood Consultant spans 320 square meters of adaptable studio and administrative space. The layout prioritizes clarity of circulation and visual continuity across technical departments.
Monolithic planes of neutral plaster, glass partitions, and precision metal detailing establish a disciplined architectural rhythm suited to focused collaborative work.
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Architectural Specifications
Project TypeOfficial
StatusCompleted
LocationRasht
Built Area320 m²
Year2022
ArchitectK.Nazari
TeamP.Nassirof · R.jahangard · H.Hamdavi
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Sefidrood Cunsultant
Designed for an engineering and consulting practice in Rasht, Sefidrood Consultant spans 320 square meters of adaptable studio and administrative space. The layout prioritizes clarity of circulation and visual continuity across technical departments.
Monolithic planes of neutral plaster, glass partitions, and precision metal detailing establish a disciplined architectural rhythm suited to focused collaborative work.
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2026 | May | 15
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Shipping Containeer
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2026 | May | 15
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Kinetic Facade Systems
Responsive building envelopes in coastal temperate zones negotiate daylight penetration, solar thermal gain, and natural airflow. By translating mathematical origami patterns into articulated metal louvers, facades transform from static boundaries into living environmental filters.
2026 | Apr | 28
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Acoustic Joinery in Rasht
Exploring how micro-perforated local hardwood screens dampen urban reverberation while cultivating intimate hospitality environments. In compact takeaway cafes and boutique retail interiors, acoustic comfort often dictates the perceived spaciousness of an environment.
2026 | Apr | 12
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Form Evolution & Spatial TheoryGrayscale Office
Grayscale Office (GSO) is an architectural and spatial design studio based in Rasht, northern Iran. Our practice operates at the intersection of contextual memory and contemporary geometric abstraction.
We approach every commission—from compact retail pavilions to civic public halls—as an inquiry into how built space can evoke an intuitive sense of belonging. By synthesizing the climatic nuances of the Caspian littoral with rigorous computational detailing, our architecture creates quiet, poised environments calibrated for contemporary life.
Est. 2019 | Rasht, GuilanArchitecture · Interiors · Urban Research
Design Principles
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Fracture & Angle Shift
Breaking orthogonal constraints to instill visual depth, inspired by the winding alleys and topography of northern Iran.
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Displacement & Dynamism
Expressing visual movement and non-static arrangements that reflect the vibrant pulse of Caspian urban life.
03
Material Purity
Direct honesty in concrete, steel, dark timber, and local masonry without cosmetic ornament.
04
Vernacular Continuity
Reinterpreting traditional semi-open Talār verandas and natural cross-ventilation in contemporary language.
Team & Leadership
01
K. Nazari
Principal Architect & Founder
Leads conceptual development and architectural theory at GSO. Focuses on transforming local vernacular typologies through modern geometric abstraction.
02
P. Nassirof
Senior Architectural Designer
Specializes in spatial organization, structural systems, and material detailing across residential and commercial commissions.
03
R. Jahangard
Computational Design & Facade Systems
Directs environmental modeling, parametric skin development, and digital fabrication workflows.
04
N. Mahdavi
Interior Architecture & Joinery
Oversees tactile interior environments, custom acoustic millwork, and micro-spatial space optimization.
05
H. Hamdavi
Technical Coordination & Project Delivery
Manages engineering integration, construction documents, and site precision across Guilan province.
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Headquarters
Grayscale Office (GSO)
22 Bahman Boulevard, Lakani District
District 2, Rasht, Guilan Province, Iran
Geo: 37.2737° N, 49.5796° E
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Thursday: 09:00 – 14:00
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Coordinates: 37.273678, 49.579568Rasht, Gilan Province, Iran
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