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Lotus Amphitheater

Peyman Kiani Architects



  • Kish Island - Iran
  • Peyman Kiani Architects
  • Peyman Kiani Falavarjani
  • Nima Bavardi, Parisa Biriya
  • The idea of Lotus Amphitheater emerged from the architectural figure of the Safavid era, the most significant artistic period in Iran. During this period, a dome-shaped space was held for Eid ceremonies, Shahnameh readings, and musical performances, and people gathered in those places. This amphitheater has been created to keep the art and culture of ancient Iran alive. The exterior side is inspired by a lotus that was used in many designs of the Achaemenid period.
    The wall patterns and light panels are decorated with 5o7 of Safavid architecture with Seat arrangement on different levels have created an artistic atmosphere inside the hall. The exterior, along with the view of the handmade tiles of the Safavid period and glasses with a combination of linear LEDs and spotlights, which has created beautiful reflections on the water.
    Having all images feeling of location identity in one unique shape as a hierarchy and family form came together in one united emotional and functional base.

  • Mohammad Ali Rezaeiyan
  • Peyman Kiani Architects
Project description

The idea of Lotus Amphitheater emerged from the architectural figure of the Safavid era, the most significant artistic period in Iran. During this period, a dome-shaped space was held for Eid ceremonies, Shahnameh readings, and musical performances, and people gathered in those places. This amphitheater has been created to keep the art and culture of ancient Iran alive. The exterior side is inspired by a lotus that was used in many designs of the Achaemenid period. The wall patterns and light panels are decorated with 5o7 of Safavid architecture with Seat arrangement on different levels have created an artistic atmosphere inside the hall. The exterior, along with the view of the handmade tiles of the Safavid period and glasses with a combination of linear LEDs and spotlights, which has created beautiful reflections on the water. Having all images feeling of location identity in one unique shape as a hierarchy and family form came together in one united emotional and functional base.


Project details
Location:Kish Island - Iran
Studio NamePeyman Kiani Architects
Lead designerPeyman Kiani Falavarjani
Design teamNima Bavardi, Parisa Biriya
Photography creditsMohammad Ali Rezaeiyan
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