Hassan (Abolhassan) Pishahang, IDSA, a PhD student in Design at Florida Atlantic University, is receiving international recognition for a series of award-winning projects that blend cultural heritage, advanced materials, and modern design. Over the past year, his work has earned multiple honors, including Gold and Silver prizes from the International Design Awards (IDA) and the Feeel Design World Prize.
Turquoise Dental Office: Gold & People’s Choice Awards, IDA
This calming, culturally inspired dental office design integrates Iranian hues and tranquil turquoise tones to elevate patient comfort. The project won Gold in both Cultural/Community and Healthcare Interior Design, as well as the People’s Choice Interior Design Award at the 2024 IDA Awards. Learn more about the project here.
Avan: Gold Prize, Feeel Design World Prize
Inspired by Qashqai nomadic kilims, Avan is a tea vessel that merges emotional design and material creativity. This modern interpretation of tradition evokes nostalgia and warmth, winning Gold for its blend of cultural storytelling and design innovation. Learn more about the project here.
Jina: Gold Prize in Interior Design with AI, Feeel Design World Prize
Jina explores “Harmony in Wood,” where traditional aesthetics meet contemporary function. It emphasizes natural materials, multifunctionality, and light integration—a testament to the potential of AI-driven interior design to balance innovation with serenity.
Cheeno Lighting: Silver Prize, IDA
Inspired by Iranian architectural motifs, Cheeno Lighting blends tradition and innovation, paying homage to Iranian design heritage while utilizing advanced concrete materials. This piece symbolizes the timeless elegance of Iranian architecture, integrating cultural patterns with contemporary advancements. By bridging the past and present, Cheeno Lighting illuminates spaces with a deep sense of history and progress, celebrating beauty while embracing the future. Learn more about the project here.
About Hassan
Hassan Pishahang is a PhD student in Design at Florida Atlantic University. He holds a BA in Industrial Design from Tehran University, an MA from Amir Kabir University, and a DBA from Tehran University. With over a decade of teaching experience in Tehran, he specializes in advanced materials, fabrication technologies, product design, and biomaterials. His internationally recognized work has earned him the nickname “Dr. Material.” Passionate about teaching and nature-inspired innovation, he continues to make an impact in academia and industry.