Outside In
Outside In House by Seyedjalil Mousavi is a winner of the 2025 Bronze A' Design Award in Architecture, Building and Structure Design.
Outside In is a Bronze A' Design Award winner, a much prestigious recognition granted to outstanding designs distinguished by creativity, ingenuity, and astuteness.
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This design reimagines the classic Persian courtyard for contemporary living, emphasizing functionality and seamless indoor outdoor harmony. Set on a modest 220 square meter urban lot, the home centers around a transparent glass volume enveloped by lush landscaping, creating a versatile living area . The courtyard stretches both upward and outward, linking levels via a duplex design that enhances spatial flow. By adopting an outside in philosophy, the project breathes new life into the courtyard concept, transforming it into a dynamic, practical core for modern compact residences.
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Outside In by Seyedjalil Mousavi
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Architecture, Building and Structure Design Award Winner in 2025.
Bronze Winner
Outside In House
Outside In is a Bronze A' Design Award winner, a much prestigious recognition granted to outstanding designs distinguished by creativity, ingenuity, and astuteness. Bronze winners are amply skillful and strikingly creative artifacts that authenticate the vast experience, imagination, and resourcefulness of their designers. Outside In is expected to be a highly-regarded, admired, and cherished object that is notably professional and innovative. This Bronze A' Design Award-winning design incorporates best practices in art, science, design, and technology, and is excellent for its attention to detail. Outside In splendidly satisfies needs, touches desires, charms feelings, and appeals to curiosity.
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Seyedjalil Mousavi
Mousavi Architects (MA Office) is a research-oriented design and architecture studio founded by S.Jalil Mousavi in 2010. He earned his master's degree in architecture in 2000 and a doctorate in architectural phenomenology in 2011. Additionally, he has been a member of the university faculty since 2001.MA Office aims to create contemporary architectural spaces that respond to cultural, social, economic, and climatic conditions. Their projects range from the smallest scales to urban scales, seeking solutions that challenge established paradigms of everyday spaces and develop spatial qualities in line with contemporary times and grounded in the concept of place .This studio has successfully executed numerous projects, resulting in the attainment of several national awards and participation in various international exhibitions.
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Moradi Family
The client of this project was the Moradi family, who sought a unique and personalized space for their home. They envisioned a residence that broke away from conventional designs, reflecting their desire for a distinctive living environment. The architectural team crafted a design that resonated deeply with their aspirations, blending modern functionality with traditional elements, particularly redefining the courtyard as a central, livable space. The success of this project not only met the Moradi family’s expectations but also fostered a strong collaborative relationship, leading to further projects, including the design of a villa. Their satisfaction with the innovative approach and attention to detail underscored the project’s success and the trust they placed in the architectural team.
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