The kitchen work triangle is a 90-year-old concept that dictates the placement of the sink, cooktop, and refrigerator. According to the theory, when these three elements are close (but not too close) together, the kitchen will be easy to use, and the cook won't have to take a lot of wasted steps. It's about as [...]read moreKitchen Work Triangle – SMEG

The spaces where we live develop and change along with our way of life, and of course the typology of dwellings radically reflects our way of life. The main typologies used for contemporary living are two: a villa in the suburbs of the city or an apartment in one of the many high buildings that [...]read more“Green Gate” Residence

Bright colors, bold patterns, and an array of global accents prevail in the alluring spaces created by Martyn Lawrence Bullard, “Travel is my biggest inspiration,” says the Los Angeles dynamo. “It takes my work in exciting and fresh directions.” Embraced by an A-list clientele, he has designed homes for Cher, Eva Mendes,  Tommy Hilfiger, Ellen Pompeo, [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: MARTYN LAWRENCE BULLARD

Advanced aluminium system series, specially designed for atriums, glass roofs, skylights and greenhouses, so as to provide complete solutions for spaces which require maximum daylight intake. The series is perfectly compatible with the company's sophisticated curtain walls. SMARTIA M10800 is a complete insulated system for atriums, which is ideal for sturdy constructions and can meet [...]read moreSMARTIA M10800 Atrium System

This complex is a cultural monument and is also known as the 'Odise Kasneci' house. It represents a very important typology of the sea-coast houses and reflects the changes made in these typologies after the second half of the 19th century. These changes are reflected in phases and the complex in question is constructed in [...]read moreResidential Complex ‘Nesturi’

Eduardo Souto de Moura was born in Porto, Portugal in 1952. Following his early years at the Italian School, Souto de Moura enrolled in the School of Fine Arts in Porto, where he began as an art student, studying sculpture, but eventually achieving his degree in architecture. He credits a meeting with Donald Judd in [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: EDUARDO SOUTO DE MOURA

Day by day, Instagram is becoming more than just a social platform for sharing your brunch pics or travel photos. Now it is an actual tool for  anyone in the design field and a source of inspiration across all fronts.  From food to fashion to art and design, there are hundreds of thousands of accounts [...]read moreDesigners you should follow on Instagram

THE TID TOWER, known as the Plaza Hotel too, is a project by 51N4E in Tirana, Albania. The site for the tower qualifies as a prime location: it can be seen from the main boulevard entering the city. As a consequence, the tower complements the most important monuments of Tirana: the Skanderbeg statue, the oldest mosque, [...]read moreTID TOWER FACADE BY ALUMIL

The Butterfly Chair is one of the most recognised and iconic chairs in design history. You can find them in the lobbies of five-star hotels, on the front cover of luxury design publications and in the homes of the most stylish. Its harmonious round edges and spacious nature allows the design to blend into any [...]read moreButterfly Chair by Almex Contract Furniture

The fabrics for sofas, through colors and patterns, make an important contribution to the final aesthetic of the sofa, which in turn influences the environment in which it is located. Color is a fundamental aspect of our life, we are immersed in it and, without realizing it, we are influenced by it. Colors are important [...]read morePIERRE CARDIN HOME: The role of colors in fabric sofas

Norman Foster is an English architect, born in Manchester in 1935. After graduating from Manchester University School of Architecture and City Planning in 1961 he won a Henry Fellowship to Yale University, where he gained a Master’s Degree in Architecture. He is the founder and chairman of Foster and Partners. Founded in London in 1967, [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: NORMAN FOSTER

Hospitality industry is a complex environment with a particular attitude and attention to exceptional guest experience through usability, comfort and design, and delivery of a quality service through profitable operational efficiency and integration. With over 20 YEARS of EXPERIENCE and everyday learning from hotel operators and managers, Eelectron is recognized as one of the leader [...]read moreKNX Smart System in Hotel Management

In architecture, we have encountered a number of individual environments or entire buildings created specifically for a particular function. The opportunity to see or even design spaces where the main goal is based on experience or observation is rare. In other words, an architectural object that is not designed for use, but for more spiritual [...]read moreMeditation Spaces

Joseph Dirand (born 26 March 1974) is a French architect and interior designer based in Paris. After receiving the commission while still a student, he started his own interior design firm in 1999, when he was 25, and drew public attention with his redesign of a flat facing the Place de la Concorde. After his [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: JOSEPH DIRAND

Ieoh Ming Pei’s architecture (1917 – 2019) can be characterized by its faith in modernism, humanized by its subtlety, lyricism, and beauty. Pei was born in Guangzhou China and came to the United States in 1935 to study first at the University of Pennsylvania and then at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the Harvard [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: I.M. PEI

This 80-year-old building is otherwise known as the 'King Zog's Villa' and is positioned in a very dominant location, 98 meters above sea level, from where the whole city of Durres can be seen from the three main sides of its eagle-shaped structure. It is thought to have been built in 1927 as a personal [...]read moreRoyal Villa in Durres

Fumihiko Maki of Japan is an architect whose work is intelligent and artistic in concept and expression, meticulously achieved. He is a modernist who has fused the best of both eastern and western cultures to create an architecture representing the age-old qualities of his native country while at the same time juxtaposing contemporary construction methods [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: FUMIHIKO MAKI

Unlike carpeting, which generally covers the entire floor of a room, rugs are small, decorative pieces used to cover a specific area. While carpets are fixed to the flooring beneath with adhesives that should only be removed by a professional, rugs can be picked up and moved at will. Lightweight and versatile, rugs can be [...]read more2020 Rug Trends – Pierre Cardin Home

Today we will talk about the real estate market and the role of the architects in it. Despite the unprecedented situation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the real estate market is among the first to reflect the changes in economy. But what are some of the crucial elements in valuing a property? Since we are [...]read moreThe role of an architect in the real estate market

Project name: Typology: Studio: Architect: Location: Status: Construction year: Floor Area: Floors: Photography: Consultants: Reconceptualizing of Brighton Seafront Landscape design, coastal resilience Holta Deda Holta Deda Brighton, London, UK Project Study 2019-2020 - m2 - - Enrico Evangelisti, Inigo Cornago Bonal, Kristof Fatsar Brighton represents an overly complex and dynamic cityscape within a dense urban [...]read moreReconceptualizing of Brighton Seafront

Let’s touch a hot topic for our market … How much does architectural services cost? Do we use the right methods to measure the value of our services and is this the right monetary compensation for our work? This is one of the questions that is always asked and its answers take all kind of [...]read moreHow much does an architectural project cost in Albania?

Have you noticed the trend of monochromatic interiors? Homes / offices / bars containing only tones of a single color, are encountered more and more often. In 2020 and onwards we will see more and more architects embrace this trend, as it creates a special and unified environment. The monochromatic trend is simple but very [...]read moreMonochrome Architecture

Living materials such as wood indoors, bring us closer and closer to the warm influence of nature and leave out the noise of the city. Even a small element of wood creates a perfect frame for a corner that focuses on the idea of ​​bringing the natural world in any personal space. We find ourselves [...]read moreWood Tales by Ervin Bërxolli

Christian de Portzamparc is a leading architect and urban planner, who was awarded with the Pritzker Architecture Prize at the age of 50 as the first French winner and also with the most prestigious city planning prize in France, The Grand Prix de l’Urbanisme. His architectural style is known for its distinctive features such as [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: CHRISTIAN DE PORTZAMPARC

Without light, there’s no sight, and without sight there’s no insight, certainly not into works of art, be they buildings, paintings, or sculptures. From the beginning of humankind, light - scientifically “the ultimate aspect of matter moving at a known speed” - has been deified as the source of life. Thus the expressions “Divine Light” [...]read moreLight for Art

If you are fortunate enough to have a terrace, a porch or some backyard space, spending a lot of time at home can be a much nicer experience, especially in these pandemic times. But how you design that space makes all the difference. A lot of times, you’ll see a beautiful garden with very organized [...]read moreHow to Create an Outdoor Room

Essential and minimalist, the Rap collection has got comfortable seats and wrap backrests. Created by the ecletic designer Karim Rashid, the collection is composed by two seats: Rap sofa and Rap Chair armchair. The love seat sofa is inspired by the philosophy of the famous Canadian designer: its shape makes relationship easier, thanks to the [...]read moreRap Collection by Almex Contract Furniture

Pikark aims to encourage creativity  not only in concept but also in real life by aiming to bring into the market the concepts of local  architects in industrialized form ready to be used in our projects. The path to this goal, started with a great collaboration between Polis University and Abiesse, where students of Polis under [...]read moreAn assignment full of light!

Frei Otto was born in Siegmar, Germany, on May 31, 1925, and grew up in Berlin. “Frei” in German means “free”; his mother thought of the name after attending a lecture on freedom. In 1950, with scholarship funds, he embarked on a study trip through the United States, where he visited the work of Frank [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: FREI OTTO

The “iconic” FAB28 by Smeg, a true icon of modern design that reinvented the refrigerator, transforming it from a functional appliance into an item of decor, is again renewing its concept introducing a set of innovative technological features. A NEW SOUL On its outside, little has changed, but inside FAB28 contains a wealth of wonderful innovative features. 7 REASONS [...]read moreSMEG: FAB28 REFRIGERATOR

Active Light is based on natural daylight, it does not compete with it, but instead works with it. Here are some practical application of Active Light in interior: Active Light In The Office Creating Light Creates Inspiration Against the background of the fact that light also affects humans at a biological level, the problem discussed [...]read moreActive Light Application

What are the best Best Colors to Soothe Anxiety & Promote Wellness? Scientists and artists have long believed that color can dramatically affect moods, feelings, and behaviors. Certain colors have been associated with increased blood pressure, stress and eyestrain. Color preferences also exert an influence on the objects people choose to purchase, the clothes they wear and the way they decorate their environments. [...]read moreThe Best Colors to Soothe Anxiety & Promote Wellness

The new hygiene & safety rules imposed under these difficult circumstances are a challenge for businesses and stores. Our innovative character and experience in the designing of partition systems for workplaces, have led to the development of a new complete system ensuring hygiene & safety rules. The new partition system SMARTIA P19 V-Blocker was developed for protection [...]read moreV-Blocker: The new partition system for protection against COVID-19

Summer can not be understood without the vibrancy of colors and the enthusiasm they convey! What if this energy is presentable also in the design of your home ? If you like the ceramics of southern Italy, we bring you a rich collection in color and design, the line of Smeg D&G Sicily is my [...]read moreSmeg: Sicily is my love

Pierre Cardin Home brings a new makeover made by the architect Ingrid Martini. The goal is to create a pleasant colourful environment for the living room ... In the background, a classic damask wallpaper, with different blue reflections, gives the room the intensity of the sky. The classic style is reinforced by the combination of wallpaper with [...]read morePierre Cardin Home: Makeover by Ingrid Martini

Daylight has reliably accompanied mankind since ancient time, a fact that continues to astonish. Intuitively, it promotes the natural rhythm of life and has characterized the development of our sense of vision. Light constantly gives us new images and releases emotions. It controls physical processes and influences our biological clock. The uniqueness and the interaction [...]read moreActive Light Concept

You live in a house, you work in an office, you send your kids to a school. These places aren't just the backdrop to your life, they shape your life-they define who you see, what you see, and how you see it. Architecture impacts how you feel every day, which isn't surprising considering how much [...]read moreFuture Architecture

How do you imagine the creative space of an architect? Architecture is a committed profession, which is stimulated by every element around us, but above all by the environment where we live / work (no, it's not just Pinterest that is the source of inspiration) Consequently, when start sketching a new project, the working space [...]read moreStudio of an architect

SUPREME S650 PHOS The thermally insulated sliding system SUPREME S650 PHOS is the ideal solution for projects requiring wide spans with minimal aluminum sight lines. Massive yet elegant glazing surfaces are achieved while maintaining high functionality, performances and minimal architectural design. Advantages Enhanced natural light thanks to the system's minimal design and the wide glazing [...]read moreALUMIL: Minimal Sliding insulated system SUPREME S650 PHOS

Danish architect Jørn Utzon was known as a visionary, with the ability to work between functionality and fantasy. Pritzker Prize winning architect Jørn Utzon on the 29th January 1957, was announced as the winner of the "International competition for a national opera house at Bennelong Point, Sydney’. His vision for a sculptural, curved building on the Harbour broke [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: JORN UTZON

Alejandro Sticotti Alejandro Sticotti is a Argentinian architect and designer. He founded his Architectural studio based in Buenos Aires in 1985. The project intervene comprehensively in all stages of the process, from design to production.  A forceful presence of the natural, the raw and the authentic represented in the materials and textures. The architect actively participate [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: ALEJANDRO STICOTTI

What is lux? By definitions, “ L u x ”, a French origin word, means “ the unit of illuminance and luminous emittance”. In a word, the luminous association of the concept of lux today is not unsubstantial. The replaceable luxury consuming culture, which has changed dimension since the Industrial Revolution, has evolved because of [...]read morePierre Cardin Home: Zebrano Luxury Furniture

From our earliest times, the need for light has been central to our needs as humans. Light  allowed people to better perform tasks and navigate their surroundings, alerting them to the day’s cycle and keeping them in sync with it,something that we now understand is vital to human health and emotional health and wellbeing. Windows [...]read moreWindows – The History

SUPREME S700: New advanced solution with minimal top hung insect screen The lift & slide system SUPREME S700 represents ALUMIL’s new generation of high-end systems that cover wide openings with demanding requirements. This high-quality system is now completed with its own exclusive protection against insects or sunlight (if a thicker screen fabric is applied), as [...]read moreALUMIL: Supreme S700 Insect Screen

Stylish contemporary lighting inspired by the Sun The sun is an ancient and enduring source of inspiration. Tapping into this, the design for Horo took the depiction of the sun as a circle and related icons like the Sun god Ra as its starting point. The distinctive illuminated discs form a perfect archetypal representation of the sun [...]read moreHoro iconic lighting collection by Masiero

Jean Nouvel's artwork follows the tradition of philosophic architects who consider design as a holistic practice to be practiced at any scale. His professional practice sees no difference between the design of a chair and the design of a building. He conceives each idea as a complete creative process. In Nouvel’s own words, “My interest has [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: JEAN NOUVEL

When you design your home, kitchen is  one of the most important features is design and functionality. Kitchen,  is where your family comes together, shares and support each-other. Wouldn’t you prefer an aesthetic designed space  not only regarding the layout but also for you appliances ? Today we will present you a Dolce Stil Novo by SMEG, which [...]read moreDolce stil novo by SMEG

WOODALUX The innovative building material for effective shading and contemporary building decoration. DESCRIPTION  An innovative product based on aluminum profiles capped with wood composite material of premium quality. Ideal for decorative and shading applications, which offer long-lasting natural look to buildings, especially if we refer to dwellings on the coast. Decorative trellises and grids, vertical [...]read moreWOODALUX INNOVATIVE MATERIAL FROM ALUMIL

Choppy Chair by Almex Contract Furniture is a lively chair, designed specifically for contemporary lifestyles, with invitingly clean shapes that embrace you comfortably. Choppy combines the advantages of materials and fabrics designed for outdoor environments, with the refinement and comfort of the finest indoor seating. Made from a technopolymer shell coated with a removable goose feather cushion, Choppy combines the glossy finish of durable materials [...]read moreChoppy Chair by Almex Contract Furniture

Whether you’re looking at houses, shopping centers, factories or skyscrapers, chances are an architect was involved in creating the designs. If you’re looking for a college major that will allow you to mix subjects like math and business while also praising your keen design eye, you might want to consider taking on a major in [...]read moreThings Every Architecture Student Should Know

Pritzker Prize–winning Italian architect Renzo Piano started his career working with architect Louis Kahn in Philadelphia. In the 1970s he joined forces with Richard Rogers, creating the astonishing Centre Pompidou in Paris, which challenged architectural conventions of the time. A decade later Piano founded his own firm, the Renzo Piano Building Workshop, which maintains offices [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: RENZO PIANO

Architecture is a label that can be given to household objects and domestic appliances too. Solid, practical and essential objects that make the kitchen a warm and welcoming place to be. INTERNATIONAL AWARDS Smeg reputation for making high-quality design products has been growing worldwide, with our major and small domestic appliances having won several prominent design awards. ESPRESSO COFFEE MACHINES The [...]read moreSMEG: Small appliances

When we talk about sartorial style sofas, we think about a trendy, fashionable sofa. Modern, but crafted according to tradition. Among the sofa models on the market today, Gregory certainly plays one of the protagonist parts, thanks to its magical balance between aesthetic elegance and ease of use. An authentic example of furniture, able of [...]read morePierre Cardin Home: What are the characteristics of a good sofa?

Recently, it seems that the term resin is being widely used, not only in interior design but also in products, decor, etc. Resin Technology is focused on resin products, architectural projects, and we would like to know a little more about that in this interview. What is resin? Resin is a substance with very good [...]read moreResin Technology

Folio is an innovative and stylish collection of relaxation armchairs for outdoor use made of fiberglass resin, with a perforated square pattern and a matt finish. With an enveloping back seamlessly connected to the generously lowered seat, the armchair is like a single, refined structural embrace, reclining to two comfortable positions. In Almex Contract Furniture, [...]read moreFolio Chairs – Almex Contract Furniture

We are going through a difficult period for public health and together we are making every effort to integrate into normality while respecting all limitations. Thus, the use of products that guarantee the protection and safety of indoor and outdoor hygiene is necessary. To this purpose , we propose the use of Eurocarb-shaped polycarbonate sheets [...]read moreALUMIL: Polycarbonate Sheets Against COVID-19

Dominique Perrault (born 9 April 1953 in Clermont-Ferrand) is a French architect and urban planner. He became world known for the design of the French National Library, distinguished with the Silver medal for town planning in 1992 and the Mies van der Rohe Prize in 1996. In 2010 he was awarded the gold medal by the [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: DOMINIQUE PERRAULT

Recent months we have experienced every inch of the house, which has been transformed into an office, bar, cinema, gym, etc. discovering new potentials for our homes, but does this potential need to be translated into design as well? Will our apartments and houses change to adapt to the new realities that threaten us? Are [...]read more3 Japanese house concepts to borrow in design

The iconic Italian lighting manufacturer ARTEMIDE has a solution for loud work environments. Their Acoustic Light series effectively lowers noise level in open-plan offices, making work more stress-free. Sound-absorbing lamps or luminous sound absorbers combine optimum light with acoustic well-being, and thus meet the most important requirements for the workplaces of today and tomorrow. They [...]read moreAcoustic Lighting in Loud Work Enviorenment

Offices have become our second homes for many of us, probably this will change in the upcoming years as our spaces and how we use them changes together with us. In this article we will write down some tips on what you should take in consideration when you will design your offices or create some [...]read moreThe right workspace lighting

"The concept for The Column was born from this exasperated economic strategy, whereby time must be condensed to the point in which delivery coincides with production… The Column has its roots in a poetic intuition: an idea in search of form will only be able to develop at a distance from its origins, much like [...]read moreAdrian Paci – The Column

Lightness, freshness and simplicity distinguish the Avenica chair by Almex Contract Furniture:  an innovative and ambitious project, designed for every single sitting situation. The thin and sturdy mesh of seat and back make it ideal and fresh for intensive use, the lightness and stackability make it practical, and the patented construction system makes it durable [...]read moreAvenica Chair – Almex Contract Furniture

What is a pergola? A pergola is an outdoor structure consisting of columns that support a roofing grid. They may be freestanding or attached to a house. Pergolas are typically larger structures, often in every dimension ( height ,width and length). The origin of the word is the Late latin pergola, referring to a projecting [...]read morePergola – Bioclimatic Systems

In 2010, "traditional carpet weaving skills" in Fars and Kashan provinces became part of the UNESCO list of cultural heritage sites. The making of handmade tapestries Wool, cotton, and silk fibers are processed either by hand or using industrial spinning machines. The direction in which the spinning of the fibers takes place is called "teist". [...]read moreHandmade Tapestries – Pierre Cardin Home

Round shapes, chrome details and bright colors make any space full of style and character, captivating fashion and design enthusiasts. 50' Style The Smeg 50 'style range features undoubtedly first-rate designs, classic, curved lines and vibrant colors, perfectly combined with innovative technology features. FAB28 with its strong personality and unique style is the forerunner of [...]read moreSMEG 50′ Style Fridges

As we enter the summer season, many of us are getting our beach houses ready. Landscape architect Arta Abdyli comes to Pik Ark with some tips about the best plants to use in your summer house garden. If you are planning to design your beach garden, these tips will help you choose the right plants [...]read moreLandscape Design: The best plants for a beach house garden

Christo Vladimirov Javacheff (1935–2020) and Jeanne-Claude Denat de Guillebon (1935–2009), known as Christo and Jeanne-Claude, were artists noted for their large-scale, site-specific environmental installations, often large landmarks and landscape elements wrapped in fabric, including the Wrapped Reichstag, The Pont Neuf Wrapped, Running Fence in California, and The Gates in New York City's Central Park. ‘ I am an artist who is totally irrational ‘ Bulgarian-born artist Christo has spent his life [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: CHRISTO

When u think of it, Light fixture can be more adventurous because no one’s touching it, no one’s spilling food on it. It’s the perfect opportunity to have a sculptural element that creates a mood. It Can Be As Simple As One Pendant They create a diffused, even glow in the room, which allows other [...]read more4 TIPS HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT LIGHT IN DINING ROOM

When it comes to cooling and heating strategies in building design, the architect is challenged to find the most efficient, economic, and ecologic solution to ensure inhabitant’s thermal comfort. In most climates the natural energies to regulate the comfort through heating, cooling, humidifying, and drying are available all year long. It is the task of [...]read moreSustainable Architecture: Natural Cooling and Heating

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The playful shape, the adaptability to both external and internal environments and stackability characterize the version designed for the world of children, without losing the strength of an unmistakable shape. Designed by Odo Fioravanti for Pedrali, the Snow chair is made of polypropylene charged with glass fibers and injection molded using gas air molding technology, [...]read moreSnow Junior Chair – Almex Contract Furniture

The Last Curtain Fall - This was our National Theatre Oriel Besi Turdiu, M.A (TUM) Architecture National Historical Theatre I took the courage to write about the National Theatre of Tirana, since it was a building of which I have studied the original plans in search of my Master Thesis in Architecture. I grew to [...]read moreNational Historical Theatre

Wendell Burnette (10 March 1962) is a self-taught architect from Nashville, Tennessee. In 1996 he founded Wendell Burnette Architects, an internationally recognized architectural practice based in Phoenix, Arizona. The specific focus of the practice is concerned with space and light, context and place, and with the environment and landscapes in which we live. Wendell Burnette [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: WENDELL BRUNETTE

The smeg toaster is the perfect morning assistant, packing functionality and ergonomics into its aesthetically pleasing design. It combines iconic midcentury style with modern features. Breakfast, lunch, brunch, or snack - when you fall in love with the smeg 50’s style toaster, you’ll find every available excuse to use it. Smeg reputation for making high-quality [...]read moreSMEG Toasters

Probably if you ever worked with a designer or an architect you have seen them present their ideas in different ways, mostly graphically. Before they ever show you a render, they set together a series of photos, materials, textures, products all together to make you perceive the atmosphere they want to recreate in your space. [...]read morePierre Cardin Home: Beach House Moodboard

We just passed a difficult and unusual time which on the other hand  showed the importance of the outdoor spaces in our home and the great value they have. As the summer is almost here, probably we will spend more time enjoying our outdoors or our summer houses backyards. But let’s create a space that [...]read moreOutdoor Lighting Tips

After many years in total oblivion, and many controversies created, the reconstruction project of Hotel Dajti, one of the symbolic buildings of the capital, has finally started. The Bank of Albania has selected Arch. Marco Petreschi, based on his experience of the realization and reconstruction of the central building of the Bank of Albania, where [...]read moreHotel Dajti Reconstruction Project

When was Artspace Home born and who is the creative person behind this Brand? Artspace Home was born in 2015 and was founded by Feridiola Berberi. Her connection with art began at the age of six. Feridiola has lived in Florence for 25 years, where she completed all her studies starting from elementary school, high [...]read moreArtSpace Home

Stimulating for those who love design with strong colors, perfect for those who need organized spaces: Isidoro fits perfectly any stylish and modern habitat.  Isidoro Stool from Almex Contract Furniture is stackable, lightweight, functional and durable. Realized by metal-polymer co-injection, this comfortable stool works perfectly even for outdoor intensive use. This design stool looks cute [...]read moreIsidoro Stool – Almex Contract Furniture

Two major creative brands from the worlds of high fashion and appliance design meet and merge, creating 100 unique and captivating refrigerators which artistically uncover beautiful stories from the heart of Italy. Dolce&Gabbana and Smeg have teamed up once again, this time to design a number of special edition FAB28 refrigerator’s, transforming them into unmistakable works of [...]read moreDolce&Gabbana and SMEG Refrigerators

The 2020 trends in terms of furniture have a lot to do with the sensations and the relationship that must be created between object and person. Interior design trends are going in the direction that best expresses 3 fundamental values: materiality, functionality, modularity. Below we represent you the Doimo Salotti sofa trends of the year [...]read morePierre Cardin Home: Sofa Trends in 2020

Gaku reflects the ingenuity and playful spirit of its creator Oki Sato. Whether designing lighting, furniture, technology, or installations, Nendo always eschews convention, stripping the desired product down to its most basic form and then building it back up in a clever way. The interactive concept behind Gaku reflects Sato’s deep curiosity around objects and [...]read moreGaku Table Lamp by Nendo

"The attack on Dubrovnik - I'm horrified to say this, but I'm obliged to - has been deliberately directed on an exemplary beauty! The attackers seem like the madman who threw acid on a beautiful woman's face, promising her a new, more beautiful one in return! ” Bogdan Bogdanovic, The Ritual Murder of the City [...]read moreThe howl of National Theater – Arbër Sadiki

Gjergj Bakallbashi, an Albanian-American architect, asks Bjarke Ingels to withdraw from the current project for the Albania's National Theater in order to open the way for a competitive and fair process. Dear Bjarke, Through social media, I read about your stay in Mexico during the Covid-19 confinement, and your work on a master plan for [...]read moreOpen Letter to Bjarke Ingels about Albania’s National Theater Project

A pure expression of velocity and high technical performance, Freedom is a futuristic designer stool, with sharp, flowing lines. In twin-color technopolymer, this barstool has a swivel seat with optional height adjustment. The various color combinations make Freedom suitable for any environment. Freedom is a finalist at the FX International Interior Design Awards 2010, London [...]read moreFreedom Stool – Almex Contract Furniture

David Chipperfield (18 December 1953) is a British architect and founder of David Chipperfield Architects (1985). The award-winning firm with over 180 staff is based in London, Milan, Berlin, and Shanghai. Before founding his own practice Chipperfield has worked in offices of Norman Foster, Richard Rogers, and Douglas Stephen. Nowadays he is teaching and lecturing [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: DAVID CHIPPERFIELD

Smeg's 50’s Style range features unmistakably vintage designs whose classic, curvaceous lines and vibrant colours combine perfectly with cutting-edge technology. The original and best FAB28 coloured refrigerator is more than just a mere fridge. It dominates its surroundings, just like the sofa or lamp in your living room. Smeg and Italia Independent have contaminated the [...]read moreSMEG FAB28 Denim Fridge

Pierre Cardin’s world is made up of many elements; it is classic but also avantgard. Fashion, accessories, details, furniture, magic textiles, softness. Such is the innovative world of Pierre Cardin Home. Geometric and classic shapes in its products, related to fiber interweaving, artisanal forms and technology with the modern one to create unique lines, known [...]read morePierre Cardin Home

The new BTicino wiring devices is unmistakably Living but has been completely renewed in terms of aesthetics and functionality.Living Now with Netatmo has been designed to suit all homes. It can be used in traditional systems, or installed to show all its innovative potential with connected smart systems. Research and innovation are at the root [...]read moreLiving Now – BTicino

Staircases are one of the richest architectural elements in terms of formal possibilities, one of the most complex to solve geometrically, and one of the most demanding at the functional level. Staircases usually acquire an important role, as they are an opportunity to define a special transit between floors. The staircase is thought as a [...]read moreStaircases – The history

Relaxing, foldable and easily transportable. Acquamarina is an outdoor chair from Almex Contract Furniture, characterised by a cool perforated pattern on the seat and high back. It can be adjusted to four positions and is equipped with a comfortable headrest. Its punctured style adds character and functionally promotes rainwater runoff. The headrest is a bi-material [...]read moreAcquamarina Chair – Almex Contract Furniture

Maks Velo (31.08.1935 - 07.05.2020) architect, painter, writer, was born in Paris from Albanian parents. After his birth, the Velo family returned to Albania, to the city of Korça, where Maks spent his childhood. After graduating from high school, he continued his studies at the Polytechnic University of Tirana, Civil Engineering Department. He specialized in [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: MAKS VELO

Smeg is an Italian manufacturer of domestic appliances. Vittorio Bertazzoni founded the company in 1948 in the town of Guastalla, Reggio Emilia, Italy. The name is an acronym for Smalterie Metallurgiche Emiliane Guastalla ("Emilian metallurgical enamel works of Guastalla"). Designed by internationally renowned architects and designers, Smeg can be found in Tirana as the official [...]read moreSMEG Albania

Sustainability Sustainable building is characterized by the conscious use of existing resources, an environmentally and user-friendly design and forward-looking planning, which enables the minimization of energy costs. The sustainability concept can be illustrated using the three-pillar model, consisting of economy, ecology and the social-cultural aspect. Economy refers to the fact that the building is viewed [...]read moreSustainable Architecture: Natural Ventilation Strategies

The best position for a light source is always unexpected, also its connection to the electrical source. Following the same approach that AIM has proven true, Belt is flexibility, so its nature is a balance between soft and rigid. The soft element are the connection sections, the rigid parts are the light source, long LED [...]read moreBelt Lighting System by Flos

"Every piece of architecture comes into context as part of a collage." Inspired by Rafael Moneo, the mexican architect Tatiana Bilbao refuses to produce computer visualisations of designs still in progress. Every piece of architecture comes into context as part of a collage. Sometimes it becomes the detonator of many things, sometimes it's just one [...]read moreDesign Process – Renders or illustrations?

The transparent Pasha Armchair was created by Claudio Dondoli and Marco Pocci for the Italian label Pedrali. Pasha armchair is the perfect synthesis of tradition and innovation. It is suitable for hotel, restaurant and outdoor areas as well and you can find it at Almex Contract Furniture. With its modern materials and exquisitely flowing Oriental [...]read morePasha Armchair – Almex Contract Furniture

Adolf Loos (1870- 1933) was an Austrian architect, designer, and critic whose intellectual contribution has been crucial to the advent of the Modern Movement. He was born in Brno, Austria-Hungary (today Czech Republic). He was and remains one of the most important promoters of rationality in architecture and can be considered in all respects the [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: ADOLF LOOS

After her first experience in creating and using neon sign for the design of an interior space, architect Jora Kasapi comes up with an article where she advises any architect or interior designer to use this element in its maximum potential. From the architect. Basically, the way neon tube lighting is created is very intriguing [...]read more‘Let there be Neon’- Neon lighting

"Light is the most intangible material there is, and it is the element that best represents the sense of infinity, the sense of an endless future, the sense of a future that never had a begining." - Michele De Lucchi in an interview for Artemide. Michele De Lucchi is an italian architect but at Artemide [...]read moreMichele De Lucchi – The Architect of Light

Slender, sleek, streamlined and colourful: Atlantico is Almex Contract Furniture new sunbed. This collection has an ergonomic shape that adapt uniformly and flexibly to body weight. Defined by a linear design, Atlantico is a sunlounger with fibreglass frame and breathable, interchangeable fabric. It is the sophisticated styling appeal which stands out for Atlantico's rounded shapes [...]read moreAtlantico Sunlounger – Almex Contract Furniture

Thomas Alexander Heatherwick (17 February 1970) is an English architect, designer and the founder of London-based design practice Heatherwick Studio. Since the late 1990s Heatherwick has emerged as one of Britain's most significant designers. Heatherwick Studio is a team of 250 problem solvers dedicated to making the physical world around us better for everyone. Based [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: THOMAS HEATHERWICK

How do we experience the city in a cinematic sense? Can our understanding of space and place be enhanced through film? Can zooms, montages, jump edits, storyboarding, scripting, establishing shots, pans, close-ups, framing, tracking shots, sequencing, depth of field, continuity and other aspects of film productively contaminate architectural design? Can architectural students (and architects), use [...]read moreArchitecture and cinema

Competitions in which we are confronted with new challenges and competitive pressure are a means of finding ideas, dealing with innovative systems and consequently more intensive personal development. In the context of international competitions, we also immerse ourselves in new cultures and thus encounter new definitions and characterizations of architecture and space. Here we present [...]read moreInternational Architecture Competitions: Sustainable Design Concepts

As advancements continues for LED technology , its lighting will grow in popularity into homes and offices, thanks to the lower energy consumption and price. With time these lights have managed to overpower incandescent bulbs and CFLs with their eco-friendly approach. Abiesse offers a range of LED lighting of the best brands, such as FLOS, [...]read moreThings You Should Know About Led Lighting

The Villa was commissioned by Dine Hoxha, a merchant, and important figure at the time, from Dibra, around 1931. It is located along 'Sotir Peci' street perpendicular to 'Durresi' street and from the urban point of view, it is somehow hidden/camouflaged, because of the residential building height, between the villa and the main street, that [...]read moreVilla Dine Hoxha – The Albanian House

A collection with a temporary taste from Almex Contract Furniture, in which the interweaving of basic geometric shapes and essential lines creates a dynamic and functional atmosphere. The outdoor living room becomes a fluid and sometimes dreamlike space integrates perfectly into any environment. Désirée collection is composed by two lounges in steel, dining chair and [...]read moreDésirée Collection – Almex Contract Furniture

Reiulf Ramstad, a Norwegian architect, received Dottore in Architettura from Istituto Universitario di Architettura di Venezia, Venice, Italy. He established Reiulf Ramstad Architects (RRA) in 1995 in Oslo, Norway, in order to create an architectural practice that would turn conceptual research and practical knowledge into driving forces of sustainable design. RRA has earned a reputation [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: REIULF RAMSTAD

Cities have a soul... Genius Loci A soul made by its essential characteristics, built by its citiziens. Since this soul translates the history of its urban spaces, it should not be erased. Urban memory is the city itself, which keeps the marks of its consistant processes of transformation and permanence. It is a mistake to [...]read moreMemory of the city

“Imagine the witch asking her mirror: Mirror, tell me who is the most beautiful’. In the dark, it does not work. In the dark, nothing exists, not even questions. Flos turned on the light around the mirror and Snow White appeared.” - Philippe Starck A magical object, half way between a lamp and a piece [...]read moreLa Plus Belle LED Mirror

Break Bar is a luminous bar counter, a modern display system, modular and versatile. A product by Almex Contract Furniture, it is ideal to use as bar counter or reception desk. Thanks to its dimension, Break bar is a useful and complete bar counter that lights up all kinds of spaces, including small areas. It [...]read moreBreak Bar – Almex Contract Furniture

John Pawson (born 1949 in Halifax) is a British architectural designer known for his minimalist but expressive language of Design. In 1981 he founded his studio in London and since then he realized a variety of projects ranging from private houses, sacred commissions, galleries, museums and hotels to ballet sets, yacht interiors’ and interior equipment. His [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: JOHN PAWSON

A bedroom is perhaps the most intimate of rooms in a house. Nothing speaks of your personality more than a bedroom. From the art adorning your walls to the furniture filling up the space – your bedroom is a sweet haven of your own unique style and it deserves equally unique bedroom lighting to make [...]read moreApartment Lighting – Bedroom

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What is HODA? HODA, an acronym for House Of Design Albania, is a new initiative that aims to turn into a habitat where designers' ideas combine with the practice of furniture manufacturing masters, finishing or refining according to artisanal techniques of decorative and artistic products. The aim is to bring authentic Albanian products to market [...]read moreHODA – House of Design Albania

Bronte is a classic italian chair and it is the perfect choice to give your interior a touch of elegance. The exclusive, fully upholstered, deep buttoned back rest is enhanced with a hand carved crown decorative element.The seat is padded with webbing and superior quality foam. Upholstery can be customised with in a wide range [...]read moreBronte Chair – Almex Contract Furniture

Momoyo Kaijima (1969, Tokyo) is the co-found of the Tokyo-based architecture studio Atelier Bow-Wow, established in 1992 and nowadays one of Japan’s leading offices. The office is well known for its domestic and cultural architecture and its research exploring the urban conditions of micro, ad hoc architecture. With her partner Yoshiharu Tsukamoto, they have been [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: MOMOYO KAIJIMA

Director Bong Joon Ho’s film “Parasite”, this year’s winner of the Cannes Film Festival’s highest honor and  the Oscar winner of the best picture, defies genre and stands out through its authentic, multifaceted and carefully detailed set design. Throughout the hilarious, thrilling story and unpredictable plot, the audiences are confronted with a turbulent mix of [...]read moreThe Architecture in Bong Joon Ho’s PARASITE

‘’We are living in a time that requires trust and faith. It is this kind of constancy and confidence that is expressed by PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue, a solid and dependable blue hue we can always rely on.’’ - Leatrice Eiseman; Executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. Pantone colors are color codes that stand [...]read morePantone Color of the Year 2020 – Classic Blue

“I love the long and soaked in light corridors. This narrow space created by only two walls seems to encompass a short journey that has a starting point and an arrival point within an interior. Sometimes an empty gallery and sometimes a connecting space to other rooms of the interior, while taking steps through it, [...]read moreCorridor Spaces – The history

BIG’s idea is once again transposed into a product that looks basic, but is rich of technological innovation instead, thanks to the know-how of Artemide. La Linea is a flexible tube of light, capable to freely twist and turn in space according to undefined geometries. Through its mechanical and structural characteristics, it can easily adjust [...]read moreLa Linea Artemide

In this blog we will describe another model of the albanian houses that you can find at The Albanian House platform: "Abedin Toptani’s Saray". Toptani’s Saray has been built around 1833-1840, one of the least buildings realized during the feudal period, in Albania. It possesses a space of around 32 rooms, all decorated in an [...]read moreToptani’s Saray – The Albanian House

What could be more relaxing than spending your spare time out in the open air, comfortably seated as if in a sitting room yet surrounded by nature? Komodo is a garden or outdoor sofa and much more too, it is a system of elements that can be connected as you see fit to create your [...]read moreKomodo Collection by Almex Contract Furniture

Vittorio Gregotti (10 August 1927 – 15 March 2020) was an Italian architect, born in Novara, and attended the Politecnico di Milano. He worked as a contributor to Casabella, an architectural magazine, and was its editor-in-chief from 1955 to 1963. Gregotti founded his own studio, Gregotti Associati International, in 1974 but also lectured on architectural [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: VITTORIO GREGOTTI

Shopping is increasingly turning into a deliberately staged leisure-time activity. Shopping centres and shops are transforming into adventure spaces that are designed to entertain visitors and get messages across. Light is used to evoke emotions and to create brand identities. Intelligently designed light can trigger impulses to buy and alter shopping behaviour. Light adds value, [...]read more3 Key Features of Supermarket Lighting

The Structures of Isolation Liminal - The Albanian Landscape Journey Through a Still Image is a research project with a photograph exhibition by Saimir Kristo and Sonia Jojic. The project travel between architecture and photography in order of active exploration of the landscape and possible relationships between inhabitants and bunkers in particular contexts and locations around Albania. In Albania are approximately 170.000 documented [...]read moreThe structures of Isolation

1. Use a work management tool There are many such tools and we at Pikark use Trello, as it is very user friendly and work management becomes so easy as each one knows exactly what tasks to do everyday and the due date, in a calendar view. Trello is a work management tool which, clearly [...]read moreThe 5 needed tools to work remotely!

The Alfa Sunlounger from Almex Contract Furniture, is an elegantly designed lounge chairs in an original shape that ensures the utmost comfort. Alfa Sunlounger with armrests with a tubular resin frame and breathable synthetic fabric. A modern sun lounger with simple lines, also ideal for contract use: swimming pool, garden, sea and beach. Italian made [...]read moreAlfa Sunlounger – Almex Contract Furniture

Benedetta Tagliabue Benedetta Tagliabue, born 1963 in Milano, is the director of the international architecture studio Miralles Tagliabue EMBT. She founded it together with her late husband and partner Enric Miralles (1995-2000) in 1994 in Barcelona and since 2010 it is also based in Shanghai. Tagliabue and Miralles are internationally appreciated for their poetic and [...]read moreBenedetta Tagliabue

In this interview with Ana, architect and founder of Gjyms'Hana Atelié, we bring you the creation history of this new venture that brings for the first time in Albania, a holistic service of architectural products in terms of interior and exterior design. One particular innovation this venture encourages the engagement of young architects in implementing [...]read moreAtelié Gjyms’Hana

Article: “Architecture and Light” – for Star People magazine Author: Architect Junilda Karanxha Seeing is the most potent and important sense through which we understand Architecture! Light plays a primary role in how we perceive  space's shape, colors, materials; its intensity, strength and position directly affect the dramaticity of the form! NATURAL LIGHT It is [...]read moreHow Light and Architecture Work Together

“No desk lamp should make you use two hands to position it.” Michele De Lucchi A study in balance and movement, the Tolomeo table lamp is designed for a fully adjustable direction of light. Created for Artemide in 1987 by Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina, Tolomeo has become an icon almost 30 years after [...]read moreTolomeo Artemide

Founded in 315 BC and named after princess Thessalonike of Macedon, the sister of Alexander the Great, Thessaloniki is a historic city that has developed through the ages. Thanks to its location at the northwest corner of the Aegean Sea, Thessaloniki became a multi-ethnic metropolis. Hellenes, Romans, Ottoman Turks, Slavs and Jews passed through the [...]read moreInternational Architecture Ideas Competition: Redefine the western waterfront of Thessaloniki

Jazz is an elegant and versatile collection of armchairs and stools created by Pedrali, available in Almex Contract Furniture. The Jazz chair is relatively compact, its seat and curved backrest supported by a light yet sturdy steel structure, which makes it suitable both as an armchair and a very comfortable chair. Harmony of shapes, ergonomics [...]read moreJazz Armchair by Almex Contract Furniture

Carme Pinós is a Spanish architect (born 1954 in Barcelona) worldwide renowned for her sharp approach to design, which is anchored in the constant focus on experimentation and research. She setup her studio “Estudio Carme Pinós” in 1991, after winning an international recognition for her work with Enric Miralles, Igualada Cemetery. Her work rangesfrom urban [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: CARME PINÓS

We are in a difficult time, where we should reamin in our homes to minimize the spread of the virus Covid-19, but is important to see this “isolation” as posibility to develop. Naturally it is hard to everyone, especially to us that are always on the go, on the site, meeting the clients, visiting showrooms [...]read more5 Ways to develop professionally during quarantine

The last years have brought innovations and technologies that are advancing day by day. Nowdays everyone has access to the latest technologies and most of us own a smartphone. The collection, processing and management of data becomes ever more detailed and fast. Like any industry, construction too is being influenced by developments of the time. [...]read moreWhy do you need to switch to BIM? – Aurora Baba

Following the tips nr.5, an illumination of a facade with window or holes, we present you the Hilton Garden Inn facade lighting, a project that we published last week. Whether it is ancient or modern, what matters in an architectural work is style and materiality. If lighting follows the architectural concept, architecture always transmits the [...]read moreHow to light a building façade tips and Hilton Garden Inn

Almex Contract Furniture presents the collection of upholstered seats: Myra, designed by Emilio Nanni in 2016.‎ Following the company’s spirit, this family of upholstered seats testifies that idea of comfort that the products Almex‎ ensure.‎ A seat with an especially contemporary volumes layout, in accordance with the international taste that is attentive to design mood, [...]read moreMyra Chair by Almex Contract Furniture

A brief description about you… I run Studio Factory, Interior Design studio. Created in 2008. I started working as an interior designer before setting up the studio, since 2005. The projects I've worked on are commercial, residential as well as television, scenography and television interiors. Why did you choose Architecture? What was the spark that [...]read moreArchitects of Albania Rovena Agolli

A brief description about you… Matilda is an Albanian architect. Following her interest in drawing and architecture, Pando began her studies at the Polytechnic University of Tirana in 1996. Her career as an architect began in Tirana in the late 2001s, holding positions in various architectural studios. Co-founder of ARCHISTUDIO, since 2008, with a long [...]read moreArchitects of Albania Matilda Pando

A brief description about you ... After 20 years of co-managing DEA Studio, towards a new personal challenge as CEO of MA Studio & Partners. Why did you choose Architecture? What was the spark that led you to this profession? The profession of architect has been present in my house because of my father (architect) [...]read moreArchitects of Albania Klodiana (Emiri) Taci

A brief description about you ... Junilda Karanxha is co-founder of Archistudio studio with ark. Matilda Pando. She has extensive experience in architecture with all its fields. Why did you choose Architecture? What was the spark that led you to this profession? When I was a kid I used to adore my dad working with [...]read moreArchitects of Albania Junilda Karanxha

A brief description about you... I am an architect profiled in Interior Design. I have my own studio since 2014. Before that,I worked in 2 other studios, located within the structure of an import furniture showroom, for about 12 years. Respectively, 4 and 8 years. So, I have about 18 years of working in the [...]read moreArchitects of Albania Ingrid Martini

A brief description about you... I graduated from the Faculty of Civil Engineering, Department of Architecture in 1999. From 2001-2004 I was the coordinator for Soros funded projects under the Tirana 2000 program (AEDP). Since 2005, I have been teaching as a lecturer in Studio 1, 2 and Interior Architecture at the Faculty of Architecture [...]read moreArchitects of Albania Doriana (Bozgo) Bleta

A brief description about you... I have completed my studies at the Polytechnic University of Tirana, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture of Tirana in Urban Profile. I have 16 years of professional experience in project design and research. It is understood that achieving the best it takes many years and all this, we express [...]read moreArchitects of Albania Anila Mandro

On March 3rd, Yvonne Farrell and Shelley McNamara were honored with this year's Pritzker Architecture Prize. The two architects from Ireland, co-founders of Grafton Studio in  1978 based in Dublin, architects and educators since 1970s, convinced  the jury with a large number of projects including educational, housing, cultural and civic buildings. Along with being named [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: YVONNE FARRELL & SHELLEY MCNAMARA

Inspired by architecture, the uplighter Artemide Montjuic is an extraordinary design by Santiago Calatrava. The floor lamp Montjuic by Artemide captivates with its extraordinary, artistic design. Montjuic looks like a work of art, characterized by its colour contrasts and balanced artistic design elements. Its design quotes the Montjuic communication tower near Barcelona, Spain. A white, [...]read moreMontjuic Artemide

The Tivoli Chair is an elegant and versatile chair created by CMP Design for Pedrali. Tivoli is inspired by the traditional humble wooden chairs, yet maintaining all the modern comfort and inspiring conviviality. Established in 1963, Pedrali is an Italian brand well known for its sleek contemporary designs and advanced manufacturing expertise, with capabilities in metal, plastic, wood and upholstery. CMP Design [...]read moreTivoli Chair by Pedrali

Hariri & Hariri Architecture is a New York-based multi-disciplinary architecture & design firm established in 1986 by Iranian-born Cornell-educated sisters Gisue Hariri and Mojgan Hariri. Today they are celebrated as two of the most accomplished women in American architecture. Their projects run the gamut from luxury residential developments and hotels to bathroom accessories to single-family [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: HARIRI & HARIRI

This month, on 11th February 2020, Tirana celebrated the 100th anniversary of its independence. On 11th February 1920 Tirana became the Capital of Albania by a decision of the Congress of Lushnja, but received its final status as the capital on January 31, 1925. While Tirana has a modest history compared to many other European metropolises, it [...]read moreThrowback – Tirana 100 years

Artemide and Mercedes-Benz are famous for the exclusivity of their design and the creation of icons. Two international leaders in their respective fields enter into partnership to design new synergies. The design of Artemide and Mercedes-Benz has been traditionally human centered, focused on human beings, their experience and interaction. Through high manufacturing quality and a [...]read moreAmeluna Artemide

Article: "Architecture and Feelings" - for Star People magazine Author: Architect Junilda Karanxha The title of this article is not a coincidence, as we are in the month of the feelings! I would like to take advantage of and bring in a different form of interpretation of architecture, as dynamic and pleasant as I think. [...]read moreArchitecture and Feelings

Peter Zumthor (born 26 April 1943) is a Swiss architect whose work is frequently described as uncompromising and minimalist. He founded his own firm Peter Zumthor & Partner in 1979. Though managing a relatively small firm, he is the winner of the 2009 Pritzker Prize and 2013 RIBA Royal Gold Medal. His practice grew quickly and he accepted more international projects. Zumthor has taught [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: PETER ZUMTHOR

Last week, on February 13 in Skopje, 2 days after SHARE Tirana 2020, was held the international architecture and construction forum "SHARE Skopje 2020", where was awarded the prize for unfinished projects "Future Projects Awards 2020", to the winner "archiEDU" studio. This was the only architecture studio from Kosovo to be selected with two projects [...]read more“Prishtina PARK-ing” – archiEDU

The unique honeycomb grill of Calipso was generated by feeding a photo of the moon into an image-based algorithm found on a seemingly extinct computer. The resulting fractal shape, an impure geometry that displays the irregular beauty of nature, is built from an organic honeycomb of different diameter tubes, seemingly arranged in a random geometry. This [...]read moreCalipso Artemide

The Albanian House is a platform that consists in the documentation (descriptive, visual and geographical) of the most representative and characteristic houses of the main Albanian cities and villages. It represents research on the main architectural features of these dwellings, their history, the changes they’ve gone through, over the years and their current state. In [...]read moreVilla Fortuzi – The Albanian House

Competition: A Pier In The Lake - Tirana Design Week Competition Location: Tirana, Albania Winning Competition Submission:  360 Pier Architect: Createur Studio Prize: 2nd place Createur Studio had managed to capture its audience in this competition with its outstanding design of the “360 Pier”. Since its initially supposed to blend in with the landmark, the outline [...]read moreA Pier In The Lake – 360 Pier

 “SHARE Future Projects Awards” were created to bring forward and promote the accomplishments in the field of constructions in Central and Eastern Europe.  During the Share Tirana event which took place on Tuesday, besided the very inspiring speakers, we had the chance to see the presantions of the shortlisted projects. Here you will find a [...]read moreSHARE Future Projects Awards – Shortlist candidates

What would you do for love? Some might suggest a bouquet of roses or a strand of pearls. Not these architecture-loving romantics, who went above and beyond to make their sweethearts swoon, building extravagant mansions from Malaysia to Albania in the ultimate grand gesture. Designed as symbols of undying commitment, these impressive estates around the [...]read more5 Buildings designed in the name of love

Ignacio Vicens y Hualde is an architect by Madrid School of Architecture ETSAM since 1976. He is Chair Professor in Architectural Design at ETSAM since 1997, where he is also director of Cátedra Blanca CEMEX and the research group “Cultura del Habitat”. Vicens has an architecture studio, which he shares with his former student José Antonio [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: IGNACIO VICENS

Architect Petraq Kolevica  was born in Korça on January 11, 1934. After completing the elementary school and gymnasium in Korça, he continued his studies in civil engineering at the Polytechnic University of Tirana. Kolevica has played an important role in establishing the modern architecture in Albania, recognized by his appointment as the first Chairperson of [...]read morePetraq Kolevica Omnia Award

Known as an architect who consistently pushes the boundaries of architecture and urban design, Zaha Hadid work experiments with new spatial concepts intensifying existing urban landscapes and encompassing all fields of design, from the urban scale to interiors and furniture. Beyond architecture, she was an accomplished product designer, lending her sculptural aesthetic to objects ranging from [...]read moreZaha Hadid Products Design

Noctambule by Flos: the night owl or reveller. Mostly invisible during the day, but coming to glamorous activity at night-time. The analogy is fitting. The new collection of lamps by Konstantin Grcic is made of blown glass modules, which are see-through and therefore almost inexistent at day-time. But, when you switch them on in the [...]read moreNoctambule Flos

Founding partner of the Archea firm, Marco Casamonti graduated with honours in 1990, winning a competition announced by the architecture faculty of Genoa the following year and receiving a study grant within the context of the PhD in architectural planning. In 1988 he founded the Archea firm together with Laura Andreini and Giovanni Polazzi. Various [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: MARCO CASAMONTI

Davide Macullo (1965) is one of the speakers that will take part in the SHARE Tirana 2020 conference. Macullo is an architect born in the italian side of Switzerland, living and working in Lugano. He studied art, architecture and interior design. For 20 years (1990-2010) he was project architect in the atelier of Mario Botta [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: DAVIDE MACULLO

Following their previous partnership at the Milan Design Week 2016, Bjarke Ingels Group - BIG and the Italian lighting brand Artemide has teamed up for the London Design Festival 2018, to create a colour-changing lamp designed to help plants grow. The pill-shaped blown glass lamp, called Gople, uses Artemide's patented RWB lighting system that was designed in 2010. The [...]read moreGople Artemide

Gonca Paşolar, co-founder and partner of EAA- Emre Arolat Architecture is one of the keynote speakers that will take part in the SHARE Tirana 2020 Forum. Born in Switzerland, she finished her studies at the Middle East Technical University in Ankara. She and Emre Arolat formed their own practice in Istanbul as EAA- Emre Arolat [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: GONCA PAŞOLAR

The building is located in a narrow and wide parcel at Ibrahim Rugova street, that faces with its smallest façade an important boulevard but opens itself fully with its longest façade on a wide public space inside the urban structure that relates it directly with other public building that insist on the area. “The volume [...]read moreNew residential building by Stefano Boeri Architetti

With the organization of an international competition, Municipality of Tirana aims to enrich architectonic and urban values, translating need for new spaces and institutional coordination into a powerful institutional, cultural, social and recreation center, where civic inter-action will be encouraged and promoted in a new space, which reflects the feeling of new relations between the [...]read moreNew Municipality Building – International Competition

Frédéric Druot (born January 1958) is a French architect, graduated from the School of Architecture of Bordeaux in 1984. He was awarded the Album of the young Architecture in 1990 and went on to found the agency Frédéric Druot Architecture in Paris in 1991. Frédéric Druot Architecture research is undertaken into the attering of context, [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: FRÉDÉRIC DRUOT

CALL FOR ENTRIES Architectural awards are offered many times for what has been accomplished. SHARE Future Projects Awards will highlight what has not been realised yet but will be – architectural ideas that find themselves in the most joyful stage for those who built up the future, labelled as the “project.” The international jury will [...]read moreSHARE Future Projects Awards

A different way of approach on the educational section is the Montessori approach, which guides children to discover their needs involving body and mind. From our early stage of existence we notice that we have the ability to absorb with greater ease much more things, and as we get older this ability fades out. That [...]read moreMontessori method in design

Artan Raça was born in 1964 in Tirana, and graduated from Civil Engineering Faculty of Tirana with a Architecture degree in 1987. He has worked until 1993 as an architect near the Institute of Construction of Urban Design Studies, Tirana. After that, he established the studio Raça Arkitektura based in Tirana and began his career [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: ARTAN RAÇA

As the new year came in very quickly, people around the world are beginning to reflect on another year passed. Many of us are setting New Year’s resolutions, but, as it always seem to happen, those very resolutions are soon to be broken and forgotten by most just weeks or days into the new year. If [...]read more10 Tips on how to be productive this New Year

The Albanian Architects’ Association (AAA) is pleased to invite you to the event SHARE Tirana 2020 – International Architectural and Engineering Forum. The third edition will be held on the 11th of February. We officially announce that the registration has opened for this edition and it can be made here. Members of The Albanian Architects’ Association [...]read moreSHARE TIRANA 2020

2019 has been a year full of new and successful architecture projects, starting from houses, apartment buildings, museums, schools, hotels, interior design and more. To celebtrate the new year eve, we are taking a look back at the most liked projects of the year on Pikark. Despite their diversity, there's one thing all of these [...]read more5 most liked projects on Pikark

The project "The Albanian House" consists in the documentation (descriptive, visual and geographical) of the most representative and characteristic houses of the main Albanian cities and villages. It represents research on the main architectural features of these dwellings, their history, the changes they've gone through, over the years and their current state. The most characteristic [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: The Albanian House

Architects and interior designers can be difficult to buy gifts for. They pay so much attention to detail and style that it’s intimidating to get them anything. Are you looking for the perfect festive gift for the architect in your life?  Whatever you have in mind, we’ve come up with a guide to the best [...]read moreGifts Ideas for Architects

Venetian glass is thought to have been made for over 1,500 years, and production has been concentrated on the Venetian island of Murano since the 13th century. Today Murano is known for its art glass, but it has a long history of innovations in glassmaking in addition to its artistic fame—and was Europe's first major glassmaking center. Why is Murano glass [...]read moreMurano in Arkspace

Charles and Ray Eames are among the most important American designers of the 20th century. The Eameses are best known for their groundbreaking contributions to architecture, furniture design, industrial design and manufacturing, and the photographic arts. Charles Eames was born in 1907 in St. Louis, Missouri. He attended school there and developed an interest in engineering [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: CHARLES AND RAY EAMES

Zen gardens, also called Japanese rock gardens, appeal to people who like carefully controlled settings of raked sand or rocks and precisely clipped shrubs. If you’re more likely to find serenity in the natural look of a woodland setting and find peace when surrounded by wildflowers and soft-textured plants, you should think about a more [...]read moreZen Gardens

An icon of Italian industrial design by Vico Magistretti, for the lighting company Artemide in 1965, the Eclisse lamp is a delightful combination of round shapes, simple surfaces and 1960s spirit.  Inspired by a miner’s lamp used by the hero Jean Valjean in Les Miserables, the lamp is composed of a fixed outer shell and [...]read moreEclisse by Artemide

The holidays are fast-approaching, but there’s plenty of time to get festive. And while each year brings its own Christmas traditions, your decorations can always use a refresh. Whether you keep it neutral with a pared-down aesthetic or lean into major glitz, we’re certain you’ll find something to make your spirits merry, bright, and beautiful. Infuse your home [...]read more10 Christmas and New Years Eve Decorating Tips

One of the most creative and influential architects today, Sou Fujimoto (born 1971) is a Japanese architect. Born in Hokkaido in 1971, he graduated from the University of Tokyo in 1994, and established his own office, Sou Fujimoto Architects, in 2000. He is noted for delicate light structures and permeable enclosures. Renowned for his highly conceptual contributions to the world [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: SOU FUJIMOTO

Rwanda chapel competition, 2019 Location: Rukomo, Rwanda Co-owners: Adonis Rexhepi, Leart Miftari, Blerim Bajraliu, Arber Sadiki Honorable mentions! The whole idea was leaded toward of creating one universal free space. Human being by the fact of his existence has the undeniable right of participating on the space, wherever. This principle oriented us toward the building [...]read moreRwanda Chapel – Everyone’s space

In architecture we are so caught up in creating something new, we often forget about what happens at the end of a building’s life cycle—the unfortunate, inevitable demolition. We may want our buildings to be timeless and live on forever, but the harsh reality is that they do not, so where is all the waste [...]read moreBiodegradable Architecture

An organically shaped, shimmering glass body makes up the basis for the extensive Logico collection by Artemide. The versatile Logico lamps are creations by two international design masters: Michele de Lucchi and Gerhard Reichert. Since their first design for Artemide in the year 2001 they continually worked on expanding their Logico collection. Inspired by the rays of light as they diffuse through [...]read moreLogico Collection by Artemide

Given that Durres and the surrounding areas were hit by a strong earthquake a week ago, causing many damage in buildings and people, we are taking notes on a New York Times article about a devastating earthquake that stroke Nepal a few years ago. Why did so many buildings crumble in Durres’s recent earthquake, even [...]read moreHow to Rebuild After an Earthquake

Neri Oxman (6 February 1976) - best known as a triple-threat architect, designer, and artist - is an American–Israeli professor at the MIT Media Lab, where she leads the Mediated Matter research group. She is known for art and architecture that combine design, biology, computing, and materials engineering. From 3-D printing exoskeletons to creating biodegradable architecture, the MIT Media [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: NERI OXMAN

A design by the milanese design Studio Lorenz + Kaz for Masiero, the collection Vollee reinterprets light as lightness, like a hot-air balloon that takes off to explore new worlds. The suspension can be used as a single unit or in various combinations like a big swarm. The reflector has the shape of a sail [...]read moreVOLLEE for Masiero

SANAA (Sejima and Nishizawa and Associates) is a multiple award-winning architectural firm based in Tokyo, Japan. It was founded in 1995 by architects Kazuyo Sejima (1956) and Ryue Nishizawa (1966).  For more than 20 years, the architects have worked together in their collaborative partnership, where it is virtually impossible to untangle which individual is responsible [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: SANAA

“Color is an integral element of our world, not just in the natural environment but also in the man-made architectural environment. Color always played a role in the human evolutionary process. The environment and its colors are perceived, and the brain processes and judges what it perceives on an objective and subjective basis. Psychological influence, [...]read moreColors in Architecture

Marco Zito, an italian architect specialised in product design, interior design and architecture, draws inspiration from the Venetian tradition for a project that totally marries MASIERO philosophy: a decorative lighting system that represent a bridge between contemporary and classic style. The big decorative tassels that brings together and adorn the historical palaces’ curtains, are reinterpreted, summarized [...]read moreNappe by Masiero

One of the key elements during the design process is how you represent the project before it comes to life. And for this are used many methods, from hand drawing to realistic visualization with computer softwares. Architects and architecture students prefer to represent their projects through renderings, to show the attributes of an architectural design. [...]read moreArchitecture through Illustrations

Toyo Ito , born 1 June 1941, is a Japanese architect known for creating conceptual architecture, in which he seeks to simultaneously express the physical and virtual worlds. He is a leading exponent of architecture that addresses the contemporary notion of a "simulated" city, and has been called "one of the world's most innovative and influential architects." Throughout his career, Toyo Ito has [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: TOYO ITO

Project name: Typology: Studio: Architect: Location: Status: Construction year: Floor Area: Floors: Photography: Collaborators: Borea Ski Resort Resort, Recreational DEA Studio DEA Studio Peja, Kosovo Concept project - - - - Vizion Project Peja will have on the near future a pedestrian boulevard & biking track of 1.2 km in its urban structure, that will [...]read moreBorea Ski Resort

1. Architectural Review The Architectural Review was launched in London in 1896. It is an international architecture magazine, providing diverse and insightful coverage of topics such as landscaping, building design, interior design and urbanism. This publication was persuasive after the Second World War in raising awareness of urban design. 2. Architectural Digest The Architectural Digest [...]read moreTOP 10 MAGAZINES EVERY ARCHITECT SHOULD READ

Certainly one of the most famous German designers is Ingo Maurer, who has regularly received applause with his fanciful works from design enthusiasts in the whole world since 1966. So the Ingo Maurer Zettel'z belongs to the one of the most acclaimed lighting concepts in the work of the Munich designer. It comes in different forms: Ingo Maurer [...]read moreIngo Maurer Zettel’z – Artful crowd of paper as light sources

Moshe Safdie, (July 14, 1938) is an Israeli-Canadian architect, urban planner, educator, theorist, and author. Over a celebrated 50-year career, Safdie has explored the essential principles of socially responsible design with a distinct visual language. A citizen of Israel, Canada and the United States, Moshe Safdie graduated from McGill University. After apprenticing with Louis I. Kahn [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: MOSHE SAFDIE

The workplace is where most individuals spend a major part of their day, anywhere between seven to ten hours five days a week. Thus, favourable working conditions are crucial for employees to give their best and to feel completely comfortable- and lighting is one of those conditions. Lighting affects ergonomics, that is, the way people [...]read moreOffice Lighting Tips

Zaha Hadid, born in 31 October 1950 in Baghdad, was an Iraqi-British architect. She commenced her college studies at the American University in Beirut in the field of mathematics. She moved to London in 1972 to study architecture at the Architectural Association and upon graduation in 1977, she joined the Office of Metropolitan Architecture (OMA). She also [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: ZAHA HADID

Achille Castiglioni had a unique approach to design as most of his work is marked by being practical, smart and very playful. Throughout his career he designed products that would leave a smile or pleasant thought to those who experienced them, whether these products were radios, vacuum cleaners, tables, chairs, or lights; all of them had [...]read moreCastiglioni Products

Fran Silvestre (born 5 July 1976) is a Spanish architect. He graduated in Architecture with honors at the Escuela Técnica Superior de Arquitectura de Valencia in 2001. He won a scholarship to work at the studio of the Pritzker Prize architect from Portugal, Alvaro Siza, which is located in Oporto, and have ever since undertaken [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: FRAN SILVESTRE

What do architecture and sculpture have in common? Both of them operate within Space and Light. Architecture often attempts to play with several spatial and formal concepts but the extent of this experimentation is often limited by budgetary and engineering constraints. Sculpture is a medium with which formal and spatial tests can be performed to [...]read moreArchitecture and Sculpture

The Castiglioni brothers industrial backgrounds are evident in this design, a shining example of the way Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni applied a minimalist approach to refurbishing everyday objects. They often liked to play with different perspectives, and the inspiration for Taccia came from an idea of an upside-down hanging lamp. In the Castiglioni brothers original [...]read moreFlos Taccia – rediscovery of a classic design

Rafael Aranda (1961), Carme Pigem (1962) and Ramon Vilalta (1960) completed their studies in architecture at the School of Architecture in Valles in 1987, and founded their studio, RCR Arquitectes, in their native city of Olot, in the Spanish province of Girona, the following year. Their works admirably and poetically fulfill the traditional requirements of [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: RCR ARQUITECTES

It may sound strange, but the choice of lighting in the kitchen is often underestimated. As the heart of the home, kitchens have different lighting needs than other rooms. In reality, it makes an important contribution to the appearance of the kitchen, enriching it and literally making it stand out. It is also very functional [...]read moreKitchen Lighting Tips

The Frisbi Suspension Lamp  is one of our favorite pendant light fixtures. The Frisbi lamp was designed by Achille Castiglioni for Flos, the Italian modern lighting brand. This Castiglioni-designed pendant lamp is a classic in the history of modern lighting. Achille Castiglioni designed the Frisbi lamp in 1964 and it went in production at Flos in 1978. [...]read moreElegant eye-catcher: Flos Frisbi

 Achille Castiglioni was born in Milan on February 16th 1918. In 1944 he graduated in Architecture from Politecnico of Milan. One of the great masters of Italian design, he has a long list of awards he has received, including eight Compassi d'Oro. His activity as a designer is an unmistakable blend of simplicity, irony and [...]read moreAchille Castiglioni – Italian Architect and Designer

Rem Koolhaas (Rotterdam, 1944) is that rare combination of visionary and implementer—philosopher and pragmatist—theorist and prophet—an architect whose ideas about buildings and urban planning made him one of the most discussed contemporary architects in the world even before any of his design projects came to fruition. He has demonstrated many times over his ability and [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: REM KOOLHAAS

We have written many articles about interior design trends. Among all the decoration tips, one was in every trend:  PLANTS. And this is the subject of our article. Every interior design must include plants in it. They not only add colors to the house, but they give life to the room and tranquility to the [...]read moreIndoor Plants Decoration Tips

Alvaro Siza, whose full name is Alvaro Joaquim de Meio Siza Vieira, was born on June 25, 1933 in the small coastal town of Matosinhos, just north of Porto, Portugal. Siza studied at the University of Porto School of Architecture from 1949 through 1955, completing his first built works (four houses in Matosinhos) even before [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: ALVARO SIZA

Poldina Table Lamp by AI Lati Lights combines simple timeless shapes with modern technology. Poldina’s tall minimalist frame is a discrete addition to desktops and side tables. The lamp features a polycarbonate diffuser in the lamp head, where it provides downward illumination. Without wires, as a re-chargeable lamp, Poldina is made to take with you for [...]read morePoldina Table Lamp

Many of us live in a small apartment and there are many reasons behind that fact. But what is important is how can we turn this small space in a comfortable and stylish larger space. Small apartments could be difficult fitting in everything and making it cute at the same time. And that is what [...]read more5 Small Apartment Interior Design Ideas

Alireza Taghaboni, an architect and lecturer, was born in Tehran, Iran in 1977.  He commenced his university studies in 1995 at “Gilan University”, in the field of Architecture. He is a practicing architect since 2004, and founded Next Office in 2009. Taghaboni is also a painter and holds a PHD degree in Architecture. A frequent [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: ALIREZA TAGHABONI

We are very grateful to all our followers for their support, advices and criticism throughout the journey of Pikark. To create a genuine community of architects and designers, from July 2019 in collaboration with Abiesse, Dromeas Almex and Legrand, we have opened the doors of ARKSPACE, a space dedicated to any architect, designer or student [...]read moreArkspace, a space for architects

This well-known design gets a technological twist thanks to artist Ron Gilad, who created for Flos in 2013 the Goldman, to feature diffusers made of clear methacrylate and an aluminum frame. Inspired by the legendary “banker’s lamp,” Ron Gilad recreated the spirit of this style through the use of innovative and modern materials in art [...]read moreFlos Goldman Tavolo: reduced reinterpretation of a classic

Mario Botta was born in Mendrisio, Ticino, on April 1, 1943. After an apprenticeship in Lugano, he first attended the Art College in Milan and then studied at the University Institute of Architecture in Venice. Directed by Carlo Scarpa and Giuseppe Mazzariol he received his professional degree in 1969. During his time in Venice he [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: MARIO BOTTA

Lately we have seen many articles about “why not to be an architect”. According to Forbes magazine, Architect ranked 12th in their list of most admired professions. If you already want to be an architect but internet is giving you reasons NOT to be one, below we have listed 5 reasons why you should choose architecture. It’s a [...]read more5 reasons to choose architecture

Luis Barragán (1902-1988) was born in Guadalajara, Mexico. His professional training was in engineering, resulting in a degree at the age of twenty-three. His architectural skills were self-taught. In the 1920s, he traveled extensively in France and Spain and, in 1931, lived in Paris for a time, attending Le Corbusier's lectures. His time in Europe, [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: LUIS BARRAGÀN

Methodology: The study of literature upon tekke typology, collective lifestyle of Sufis, Bektashis and their principles that have generated this architecture. From the literature that this study is based it stands out Raymond Lifchez book: “The Dervish Lodge: Architecture, Art, and Sufism in Ottoman Turkey” which is a collection of essays from different authors that [...]read moreCONCEPT : Rehabilitation project of Zall tekke, Gjirokastër

In the suburbs of Gjirokastra, in the southwest there is a tekke of Bektashi tarikat. Half asphalted road to there, goes through industrial area of the town. The high cypresses of the tekke can be seen still far from the entrance. After parking the car near the waste bins, one cobblestone ally leads you to [...]read moreRehabilitation project of Zall Tekke, Gjirokastër

Project by Klaudio ÇURMAKU & Kristi NAÇO Abstract This project consist in a proposal of reusing a abandoned coastal village in south of Albania by changing it functions turning them into tourist developments, preserving the individual character as far as possible.   The economic plan is referred to Urban Management Program of TU Berlin project  “Sustainable Models [...]read moreUpper Qeparo revitalisation

London designer Ross Lovegrove has designed three lights for Italian brand Artemide in 2009, Cosmic Angel, Cosmic Ocean and Cosmic Leaf. Below, we provide a design overview of the Cosmic Angel Light. Cosmic Angel is a large two meter long digital surface that acts to capture and distribute light in a very new and visually engaging way. It [...]read moreArtemide Cosmic Angel: lively, organic design

'I do not write, I build', said Alvar Aalto once, and he sure did. This architect developed a unique style and designed not only buildings but also very nice pieces of furniture that we still see today. Alvar Aalto (1898 - 1976), is a world-known Finnish architect, sculptor, artist, and furniture designer. He was part [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: ALVAR AALTO

What is ONIRO... Description from the author.  Oniro means dream in Greek, and that’s how the studio started 3 years ago as a dream of beauty, and creating art. Objects in color and design as a tangible dream, which one sees with open eyes. At first, the work was done with acrylic paint, until one [...]read moreResin Art – Oniro Studio

Ricardo Bofill Leví (5 December 1939) is a Spanish architect, who, since 1963, continues to lead the international architectural and urban design practice Ricardo Bofill Taller de Arquitectura. Ricardo Bofill was born into a family of builders in 1939 in Barcelona. He studied at the Barcelona University School of Architecture and graduated from the School of Geneva. At the [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: RICARDO BOFILL

An architectural style that was quite popular in mid 20th century from the 1950s up until the 1980s, especially in civic projects and institutional buildings and in the form of sculpture-, brutalist architecture establishes the right of building materials and structural features to be seen, admired and even celebrated. It even found its way into inetrior [...]read more10 Icons of Brutalist Architecture

Vasil Dhiamandi, is one of the few Albanian artists to work with the glass art techniques. As part of the applied arts, glass art includes, stained glass, fusion glass, the well knowing Murano technique (glassblowing) etc, have a wide application in the interior and exterior as a meeting point between art and functionality  under the [...]read moreGLASS ART – COMPOSING WITH SHADES OF TRANSPARENCY UNDER THE LIGHT

Ky artikull është shkruar katër vjet më parë dhe botuar në gazetën MAPO me rastin e 50 vjetorit të vdekjes së arkitektit Le Cobusier, nën titullin: “54 vjet më parë vdes Le Corbusier”, nga Artan Raça. Meqenëse linku i tij nuk hapet më, po e postoj atë me titullin e përditësuar. “ Ndjehem aq mirë [...]read more“54 vjet më parë vdes Le Corbusier”

Decor trends come and go in the restaurant industry fairly quickly as peoples’ tastes change. For instance, the rustic barn style that features lots of dark wood, earthy colors, and heavy pieces of metal with an aged patina has been a major trend for the past few years. But now that trend is starting to [...]read moreRestaurant Design Trends of 2019

Charles-Edouard Jeanneret, known as Le Corbusier, who was Swiss-born, then acquired French nationality, was a complete artist: architect, urban planner, painter, sculptor and designer! Charles-Edouard Jeanneret was born in 1887 in La-Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. He studied classical architecture during several voyages. He discovered the solid bases of classical architecture, but was also curious to explore other [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: LE CORBUSIER

It is no surprise that children spend a lot of time in their bedroom. Used for sleeping, playing and working, it follows that their space should be a reflection of their little personalities. Because kids’ spaces deserve as much (or even more!) attention as any other room in your home – here are some inspiring children interior design trends [...]read moreChildren Room Design Trends for 2019

Tadao Ando, a 53 year-old architect who lives and works in Osaka, Japan, was named the eighteenth Laureate of the Pritzker Architecture Prize. In making the announcement, Jay A. Pritzker, president of The Hyatt Foundation, which established the award in 1979, quoted from the jury's citation which describes Ando's architecture as "an assemblage of artistically [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: TADAO ANDO

Feng shui is an ancient Chinese philosophy that seeks to find balance and harmony between elements. Incorporating feng shui goes beyond Western design tenets of comfort or aesthetic. Instead it places emphasis on physical and mental health, success, and healthy relationships, which is brought on through positive energy flow. Often referred to as the art [...]read moreFeng Shui in Interior Design

Stefano Boeri Architetti designs the first Vertical Forest in Albania, in continuity with the new Development Plan designed 3 years ago by the Milanese office, envisaging a significant containment of the usage of the land in the metropolitan area and a substantial increase in the green and wooded surfaces within and  around the city. Stefano Boeri Architetti projekton pyllin [...]read moreTirana Vertical Forest by Stefano Boeri Architetti

AIRES MATEUS has almost 30 years of experience in architectural design, urban planning and rehabilitation of historically significant buildings. Headed by brothers Manuel and Francisco Aires Mateus, and composed of more than 30 professionals, the scale of work ranges from large masterplans to the decoration of small projects, including every scope in between. The studio [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: AIRES MATEUS

Had the worst jury ever? Failed your exams? Worry not! Before you fall on your bed and cry yourself to sleep, take a look at this list of nine celebrated architects, all of whom share a common trait. You might think that a shiny architecture degree is a requirement to be a successful architect; why [...]read moreVery famous architects who made architecture without possessing a Degree

One of the most enigmatic and underappreciated architects of the 20th century, Carlo Scarpa (June 2, 1906 – November 28, 1978), born in Venice, is best known for his instinctive approach to materials, combining time-honored crafts with modern manufacturing processes. It was not until after World War II that Scarpa began to be recognized internationally [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: CARLO SCARPA

1. Artisanal fixtures Like customized pieces many interior designers have noticed a shift in lighting and that more clients are partial to fixtures from local artist and small businesses alike to create unique environments. Artisan fixtures with a hand-crafted feel will better personalize your home, and like natural elements, they’ll help shift the eye’s focus [...]read more5 interior design trends of the year

Jose Rafael Moneo was born in Tudela in the province of Navarra (Spain) in May of 1937. He obtained his architectural degree in 1961 from the Escuela Técnica Superior of Madrid. Moneo combines his professional activity as an architect with that as lecturer, critic and theoretician. His writings have been published in the foremost professional [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: RAFAEL MONEO

The Chester sofa evokes the classic model of Edwardian England, revisited by Renzo Frau in the first catalogue in 1912 and inspired by the sofas and armchairs that populated English clubs and country houses at that time. Divan Chester ngjall modelin klasik të Anglisë Edwardiane, i riprodhuar nga Renzo Frau në katalogun e parë në vitin 1912 [...]read moreChester sofa

Work has started on Stefano Boeri Architetti's multifunctional building Blloku Cube, the first element of a larger masterplan in Tirana. Located at the intersection of Pjeter Bogdani and Vaso Pasha streets, the project is sited in a up-and-coming center of city life in Blloku district. Taking cues from the Albanese capital, the design combines a multifunctional program of [...]read moreBlloku Cube by Stefano Boeri Architetti

Më 1971 në luftën për pavarësinë e Bangladeshit, ndërtesa e Asamblesë Kombëtare në Dhaka, e ndërtuar në 1962 në mes të një liqeni, shpëton për mrekulli dhe për rastësi nga shkatërrimi sepse bombarduesit e morën atë për një ndërtesë historike. Projektuesi i kësaj vepre, ndoshta më e mira e jetës së tij, është Louis Kahn [...]read morepër Teatrin

«The best speeches are those that hurt your mind, not your ear» (Cercignani, F., 2013: 25) The brief Tirana Design Week is back for its fourth edition to celebrate design, creativities, and ideas that can change the world, and we want all the young designers out there to submit a talk proposal to attend our [...]read moreDesign Talks – TDW 2019

Alberto Campo Baeza (born 1946, in Valladolid) is a Spanish architect, Head Professor of Design at the School of Architecture of Madrid ETSAM since 1986. He has built a selected number of very precise buildings and has received many awards. His work has been exhibited in many major cities and has been published in major architectural magazines around the world. His [...]read moreHIGHLIGHT: Alberto Campo Baeza

Despite its stunning measurements, the famous arc light Arco from the Italian manufacturer Flos captivates the viewer with elegant minimalism. A true cult icon by Achille Castiglioni the floor lamp stands for sublime understatement and accentuating zone lighting. Pavarësisht përmasave të tij mahnitëse, ndricuesi i famshëm i harkuar Arco, nga prodhuesi italian Flos, e tërheq shikuesin me [...]read moreLegendary floor lamp: Flos Arco

The project for a new mixed-use commercial, tertiary, residential and high-density building in the heart of Tirana is conceived as a reference point for the city. The intervention is part of a consolidated urban fabric and prevalently outside the green schemes, not yet redeveloped, which as a whole do not have a logical connection. Projekti [...]read moreMET Building Tirana by Mario Cucinella Architects

https://www.archdaily.com/519298/happy-birthday-antoni-gaudi https://www.archdaily.com/518202/a-gaudi-guide-to-barcelona Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí (25 June 1852 – 10 June 1926) graduated from the Barcelona Architecture School in 1878. He is widely regarded as a genius architect, his distinctive style stands as a singularity in architectural history—simultaneously awe-inspiring and bizarre, never fitting into any stylistic movement, and never adapted or emulated, except by those still working [...]read moreHighlight: Antoni Gaudí

A dignified, elegantly wound steel sheet creates smooth light directed up and downward and thus provides pleasant general lighting. Moreover, this lamp from the Artemide Cadmo family acts as a tastefully designed work of art, which gives your living area a visual upgrade. The  floor lamp Artemide Cadmo Terra has won prizes such as red dot award, [...]read moreArtfully wrapped light – Artemide Cadmo

Stefano Boeri Architetti to build three community-focused public schools in Tirana Stefano Boeri Architetti do të ndërtojë tre shkolla publike ,të përqendruara në komunitet, në Tiranë Stefano Soeri Architetti (SBA) has been chosen to build three new public schools in Tirana. Dedicated to pre-university education, the buildings form part of a larger masterplan in the [...]read moreThree new public schools in Tirana by Stefano Boeri Architects

International Design Competition «A lake is a landscape's most beautiful and expressive feature. It is Earth's eye; looking into which the beholder measures the depth of his own nature» (Thoreau, H.D., 1954) Konkurs Dizajni Ndërkombëtar «Liqeni është tipari më i bukur dhe më shprehës i natyrës. Është syri i Tokës; me anë të së cilit [...]read moreA PIER IN THE LAKE / NJË MOL NË LIQEN

" Ivanaj" family residence /Rezidenca e familjes Ivanaj Formerly the Ivanaj family residence, known today as the Ivanaj Institute, was built around 1939, in a period of rioting in Albania. This building is linked to the story of two brothers, Martin and Mirash Ivanaj, two well-known figures who have invested in the preservation and development [...]read moreThree Villas, Preserving Tirana

We have posted enough job announcements and have seen enough cv and portfolio sent by you! To increase your chances to get a new job, we have 5 advices for you, take a look : 1.Never send a cv in word format! If you do not have time to convert to pdf or jpg, it [...]read more5 advices when applying for an architect job!

“Maybe the cosmos is not so extraordinary” is a sculptural video installation which expands upon a multidisciplinary project entitled “Beneath a surface there is just another surface” started in 2015 at Metallurgjik, a dystopian industrial complex, in the city of Elbasan, Albania. The project and its title derive from the pioneering science-fiction novel “On the way to [...]read more“Maybe the cosmos is not so extraordinary”

A reflection over Petraq Kolevica's book "  Architecture and Dictatorship" written by Ornela Gjoni. "You who will come to the surface From the flood that's overwhelmed us and drowned us all Must think, when you speak of our weakness in times of darkness That you've not had to face " With these verses of poet [...]read moreIn the footsteps of Kolevica

Today we will bring on the spotlight a part of Pik Ark which we are very fond of! Experiences in craft techniques, in this case that of fusion glass. Glassdesign.al, (glass processing craft studio) in collaboration with Pik.ark, realizes glass processing experience to create design products. In this experience glass bottles (wine, beer, etc.) will [...]read moreSHAPE YOUR BOTTLES, GLASS EXPERIENCE

N Building is a commercial structure, designed by TERADADESIGN ARCHITECTS , located near Tachikawa station amidst a shopping district. Being a commercial building signs or billboards are typically attached to its facade which we feel undermines the structures’ identity. As a solution we thought to use a QR Code as the facade itself. By reading the [...]read moreN Building, the future facades

Experiencing the world's most vibrant design event such as Milano Design Week, it is exhausting but yet magical. We had time to recover from the most important event for furniture design in the world, "Salone del Mobile" this time was focused on lighting. In this review we are bringing some of the companies that we [...]read moreMilano design Week ’19

 Apolonia sport palace On March 11, 2019, a presentation of the new sports hall designed by the Italian studio MAU ARCHITECTURE was held at the conference room of Fier Municipality. Pallati i sportit "Apollonia" Në datën 11 mars  2019  në sallën e konferencave të Bashkisë Fier u mbajt prezantimi për sallën e re sportive të [...]read moreAPOLONIA SPORT PALACE, Fier by MAU

When it comes to March 8, especially in the world of architecture, the whole world remembers the first architects who challenged the stereotypes in terms of the architect's profession. Everyone knows Zaha Hadid, the first the female architect to win the prestigious Pritzker's award in 2004, thanks to his unique style eventhough she used to [...]read moreALBANIAN WOMEN ARCHITECTS