About iArch Lab

The Computational Design and Artificial Intelligence in Architecture Research Laboratory is a dynamic and innovative platform for passionate researchers who have embarked on their scientific and professional journey in the field of digital architecture and artificial intelligence with deep motivation, and are persistently expanding their expertise.

This laboratory was established in 2024 at Iran University of Science and Technology under the direction of Dr. Morteza Rahbar. A group of distinguished and active researchers in the field of digital design and artificial intelligence in architecture have come together in this collective to develop and research the latest scientific achievements in this field.

iArch Lab Research Space

In this laboratory, beyond theoretical knowledge development, we pay special attention to its practical applications in the construction industry. By combining artificial intelligence, data analysis, and architectural design, innovative ideas take shape that can transform quality, productivity, and forward-thinking in construction processes. Here, research and practice go hand in hand, redefining the boundaries of architecture.

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rahbarm@iust.ac.ir

02173228205

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Dr. Morteza Rahbar

Director, iArch Lab | Faculty Member, IUST

Dr. Morteza Rahbar is the founding director of iArch Lab, a research hub dedicated to advancing the integration of Artificial Intelligence in Architecture and Computational Design. His work explores the transformative potential of machine learning, deep learning, and algorithmic design in shaping the future of the built environment.

He currently serves as a faculty member at the School of Architecture and Environmental Design at Iran University of Science and Technology (IUST), where he has been teaching since 2018. With a teaching career that began in 2015, Dr. Morteza Rahbar has mentored a generation of students and researchers at the intersection of design and technology.

His research spans AI-driven design methodologies, generative systems, and data-informed architectural processes, positioning iArch Lab as a leading platform for interdisciplinary innovation. Through both academic and applied work, Dr. Morteza is committed to redefining architectural education and practice in the age of intelligent systems.