The Mostofians were not merely landowners; they were visionary urban planners who saw the potential of Tehran as a cosmopolitan capital. At a time when much of the city consisted of dusty alleys and traditional courtyard homes, the Mostofians embraced European architectural influences and incorporated them into Persian aesthetics. Their developments were among the first in Tehran to feature wide boulevards, symmetrical layouts, and access to utilities like running water and electricity — long before such amenities became standard.
