AWR.STUDIO — Core Philosophy

AWR.STUDIO is dedicated to the seamless integration of the built environment with the natural and cultural context. Our work positions the landscape as a fundamental element in the design process, aiming to enhance ecological integrity and social well-being.

Through the use of local materials and a deep sensitivity to place, we seek to create architecture that harmonizes with its surroundings while emphasizing sustainability and the continuity of territorial memory.

Therefore, AWR.STUDIO actively engages in research and development projects alongside architectural design and renovation, expanding the boundaries of practice through investigation, experimentation, and contextual innovation.

Each project reflects a balanced dialogue between nature, culture, and human experience, expressing our belief that meaningful design emerges from the context it inhabits.

Awar Saleem

A principal architect, Founder

Collborator Architect 3XN/GXN 2024
Copenhagen, Danmark

Landscape architect ,expert 2021 -2022
International Co., Ltd. RECS Japanese

Education

 

Architectural Association School 2024
Summer school Postgraduate program , Architecture ,urban design Aug 2024 – Sep 2024
Activities and societies: Urban Phoenix Berlin
Rethinking Metropolitan Masterworks. Berlin, Germany

Post graduate at Architecture for Landscape 2023
YACademy /Italy ,Bologna

Post graduate Diploma in Green Cities for Eco-Efficiency 2022
IHS Erasmus University Rotterdam /Netherlands ,Rotterdam

M.A . Master of Arts in Landscape Architecture Design 2020
Szent istván university / Landscape and open space design Department /Hungary ,Budapest

BASc . Architectural Engineering 2011
University of Duhok / ,Duhok

Awards

 

Third Winner of the International Competition Erbil Ecological Park 2025

Finalist Living Ruins Competition 2024

Finalist Reusing Rooftop Barcelona Competition 2024