Authenticity is constant creation: the Shahrzad way | Alireza Taghaboni | TEDxTehranSalon

Authenticity is often sought in tradition, history, race, or birthplace. But what if authenticity lies not in time and place, but in the power and presence of new ideas—ideas that break boundaries and reshape our world? In this talk, Alireza Taghaboni offers an alternative perspective on authenticity, reinterpreting heritage and history through that same lens. Join him as he explores the importance of constant creation in defining authenticity in today’s world. // اصالت معمولاً در سنت، تاریخ، نژاد یا زادگاه ما جست‌وجو می‌شود. اما اگر اصالت نه در زمان و مکان، بلکه در قدرت و حضور ایده‌های نو باشد چه؟ ایده‌هایی که مرزها را می‌شکنند و دنیای ما را تغییر می‌دهند. در این سخنرانی، علیرضا تغابنی دیدگاهی آلترناتیو درباره اصالت مطرح می‌کند و میراث و تاریخ را هم از همان زاویه بازخوانی می‌کند. با علیرضا تغابنی همراه می‌شویم تا اهمیت آفرینش دمادم را در تعریف اصالت در دنیای معاصر بررسی کنیم. Alireza Taghaboni is a renowned Iranian architect, professor, and author, recognized for his groundbreaking contributions to contemporary architecture. As the founder and CEO of Next Office and the Contemporary Architects Association, he has played a pivotal role in redefining Iran’s architectural landscape. His accolades include four first-place wins at the Memar Awards, the 2018 Dorfman Prize from the Royal Academy of London, and seven top awards at the World Architecture Festival (WAF). A sought-after jury member, he has judged major international competitions, including the Dorfman Prize and WAF, and has delivered keynote speeches at leading architectural institutions worldwide. His work seamlessly fuses tradition with modernity, shaping the discourse on contemporary design. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx