Research
Design thinking. Cultural identity. The dialogue between art and architecture.
Van Agha Studio is a multidisciplinary creative practice based in the Netherlands.
Our research explores how design, space, and storytelling shape human experience, from monumental sculpture and public art to modular architecture and visual communication.
Each study bridges heritage and innovation, translating artistic inquiry into tangible design insight.
Featured Research
Comparative Study — National Icons and Global Dialogues
Rethinking Fair Comparisons in Monumental Sculpture (2025)
A global comparative analysis of monumental sculptures across Egypt, Georgia, Scotland, France, Brazil, and the U.S., examining how identity, light, and form redefine public art in the digital age.
Our Research Vision
At Van Agha Studio, research is not a separate practice — it’s the foundation of everything we design.
We study how aesthetic, functional, and emotional dimensions merge in creative work.
Our publications focus on:
Comparative studies between cultures and design movements.
Spatial and visual analysis of art, sculpture, and architecture.
Design thinking and process innovation for contemporary creative industries.
Cultural sustainability — how history and identity can inform future design.
Each publication is crafted with academic rigor and visual clarity, bridging theory and real-world practice.
Upcoming Research
“The Shape of Memory” — A study on how public spaces preserve collective emotion through design.
“Digital Materiality” — Exploring how AI and parametric tools reshape creative authorship in architecture.