The Project of Modernity: Architectural Developments in Iran During the Late Pahlavi Era

Roshan Institute for Persian Studies Elahé Mir-Djalali Speaker Series invites you to a talk with Dr. Mohammad Gharipour, "The Project of Modernity: Architectural Developments in Iran During the Late Pahlavi Era." This lecture explores the architectural and urban transformation of Iran during the late Pahlavi era, focusing on key historical and contemporary developments. It examines the impact of rapid urbanization, industrialization and state-led modernization efforts in the 1960s and 1970s, highlighting how migration, economic growth and policy reforms reshaped the built environment. The discussion delves into the construction of modern infrastructure, residential complexes, and public buildings, as well as architectural responses to socio-political changes. By analyzing case studies of architecture, the lecture provides a comprehensive understanding of Iran’s architectural trajectory and its broader cultural significance before the Islamic Revolution.