Research Groups

Vernacular Architecture Research Center

Established in 2006, the Vernacular Architecture Research Center focuses on:

Earthen Architecture

Vernacular City

Art and Crafts

Earthen Structures

Windcatcher International Research Center Founded in 2017, the Windcatcher International Research Center specializes in windcatcher research and development, including:

Documentation of windcatchers across Iran

Modernization and commercialization of windcatcher technology

Renovation of existing windcatchers

Global knowledge and technology transfer