Homa Soleimani Rouzbahani
Toronto-Canada
Specializing in tensile and lightweight membrane structures and sustainable architecture. Proven ability in delivering architectural and regenerative product projects across Iran, Italy, and Canada — leading full project lifecycles, collaborating with international teams, conducting feasibility studies, and integrating ESG principles while consistently meeting budget and schedule targets.
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Key contributor to the iconic Tabiat Pedestrian Bridge, recipient of the Aga Khan Award for Architecture (2016), celebrated for sustainable urban connectivity and redefining public infrastructure as vibrant civic space.
Directed full-cycle coordination of NUAGE, a permaculture-inspired wall-mounted living system, from design to successful market launch, aligned with ESG standards and regenerative principles.
Delivered feasibility studies and optimization strategies for residential projects, achieving up to 5% increase in unit yield through efficient land use and sustainable spatial planning, without expanding footprints.
Coordinated multidisciplinary international structural and design teams (Maffeis Engineering, MakMax) in tensile structure projects securing 100% on-time, on-budget delivery with embedded eco-performance tracking.
Negotiated global supplier contracts for high-performance sustainable materials, enhancing cost efficiency by up to 15% while upholding certifications like Cradle to Cradle and low-VOC standards text goes here
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Project Planning, Budget Management & Risk Mitigation
Cost Optimization, Ethical Procurement & Strategic Vendor Negotiation
Cross-Functional Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
Conflict Resolution & Collaborative Problem-Solving
Project Scheduling & Performance Metrics
Client Relationship Management & Milestone Delivery
Tensile Structures Design & Lightweight Membrane Systems
Regenerative Design & Permaculture Principles Integration
ESG Compliance, Sustainability Reporting & Carbon-Neutral Operations
Product Launch Coordination & Market Validation (Kickstarter/Go-to-Market )
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Master of Business Administration (MBA) – University Canada West, Vancouver, Canada | 2023
Master of Tensile Architecture – Anhalt University of Applied Sciences, Dessau, Germany | 2015
Bachelor of Architectural Design – Art University, Tehran, Iran | 2011
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• Archineer in Membrane Structures- IMS BAUHAUS | 2015
• Association of German Engineers– VDI | 2016
• Financial Accounting– University Canada West | 2021
• Certified Digital Marketing Associate – Digital Marketing Institute | 2022
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Recipient of Aga Khan Award for Architecture (2016) and Footbridge Awards (2015) for Tabiat Bridge design contributions.
Mokeb Award (2017) for innovative design impact on the Mokeb project in Iraq
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Tabiat Pedestrian Bridge
Tehran, Iran 2010-2015
My scope of work: Project Coordinator, Design Team Member
My professional journey in architecture began with the iconic Tabiat Bridge in Tehran—a project that redefined how infrastructure can become a vibrant public space.
I joined the design team at Diba Tensile Architecture during a critical phase of the project. Spanning 270 meters over a busy highway, the bridge connects Taleghani Park and Abo-Atash Park, transforming a simple crossing into a multi-level destination where people gather, pause, and experience the city from new perspectives.
Working closely with architects and engineers, I contributed to shaping the bridge’s organic geometry and spatial experience. Later, as Project Coordinator, I managed collaboration across disciplines and international partners, including Maffeis Engineering.
Completed in 2014, the bridge became an award-winning landmark and a beloved urban space. For me, it was more than a project—it was the foundation of my design philosophy: architecture as a bridge between nature, people, and the city.
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Aga Khan Award for Architecture (2016) – One of the six global winners in the 2014–2016 cycle for its innovative transformation of a pedestrian bridge into a vibrant public space.
Architizer A+ Awards – Popular Choice Prize, Highways & Bridges Category (2015)
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ArchDaily, Broadcasting Architecture Worldwide
DesZeen, Architectural & Design Magazine
Tensile Architecture
As a Project Manager and designer in tensile architecture, I have had the privilege of guiding projects from the earliest conceptual sketches to their final installation, collaborating closely with architects, structural engineers, and contractors. My journey is rooted in both tradition and innovation: I earned my Master’s degree in tensile structures from Bauhaus University in Germany, where I honed a deep understanding of the delicate balance between form, material, and structural performance.
Tensile structures hold a special place in my heart, as they are deeply rooted in Iranian nomadic culture. These lightweight, adaptable, and climate-responsive forms have inspired my work, allowing me to reinterpret a traditional architectural language for the modern world. Translating these elegant, heritage-inspired forms into structures capable of withstanding real environmental forces has been both a challenge and a joy. Each project represents a fusion of cultural legacy, technical precision, and architectural expression—a story of the past informing the future.
My Tensile Structure Projects
Feasibility Studies & Market Development
Tehran/Iran/Jan2016-Dec202
My scope of work: Project Manager
I conducted feasibility studies for residential developments in northern Iran (Yaas & Aghaghia) and the Five-Gate Health Village, analyzing market conditions, environmental factors, demographics, and regulatory requirements to guide site selection, density, and sustainable programming. I collaborated with clients, architects, and engineers to define project timelines, budgets, and resource allocations while maintaining coordination across stakeholders. I reviewed early design proposals to improve spatial efficiency and land utilization, increasing apartment unit yield by up to 9% within the same footprint. I also prepared work breakdown structures, schedules, and budgets aligned with ESG goals, while coordinating multidisciplinary teams and monitoring project progress to ensure regulatory compliance and timely deliver.
Ecolodge /Wellness Tourism
Ecolodge / Wellness Tourism
Health Village / Wellness Tourism
Culturally Responsive Community Design
Vancouver/Canada/Dec2024-Feb2026
My scope of work: Project Coordinator, Designer
I was involved in Indigenous community empowerment projects in Mindful Architecture Ltd., including the XAXLI’P Green Hydrogen Facility, Turtle Regenerative Housing, and Snpink’tn IR2 Development. Working across development, feasibility, site master planning, and integrated community design, we applied the principles of environmental responsiveness—to create spaces that are not only functional but also regenerative, culturally resonant, and deeply human-centered.
From planning safe, pedestrian-friendly streets and community gathering spaces to integrating regenerative systems, permaculture-based planning, and food–water–energy systems, we aimed to honor Indigenous knowledge and support long-term community resilience.
XAXLI’P Green Hydrogen Facility
Turtle Regenerative Housing
Turtle Regenerative Housing- permaculture design
Turtle Regenerative Housing- permaculture design
XAXLI’P Community Center
XAXLI’P Community Center
Product Manager
Nuage Living System
Canada / Vancouver / Dec2024-Feb2026
My scope of work: Project Manager
Led design and manufacturing teams to develop Nuage using recycled materials, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery and reduced environmental impact. Validated product-market fit through a Kickstarter campaign and secured €50,000 in international sales via wholesale partnerships with Sempergreen and ByNature Design. Designed pricing, go-to-market strategies, and carbon-neutral logistics systems, achieving efficient inventory management, 10% less storage waste, and streamlined fulfillment—all while targeting eco-conscious consumers.
