Articles by Anna Dumitru

Located in the center of Bandung, Jardin House features a design that enforces a modern concept intertwined with nature. This visionary project offers a unique architectural design, accelerating privacy without neglecting the connectivity between functional spaces, ensuring comfort. One of the hallmarks of Jardin House is the innovative use of split-level architecture. The split-level design not only enhances spatial dynamics but also serves as a means to maintain privacy. Despite the segregation of spaces, the fluidity between them remains intact, creating an engaging and cohesive environment.

Living is an essential part and basic need of human beings. The living conditions in the form of a dwelling should, therefore, be as pleasant as possible, providing protection from the harshness of nature and ideally serving as a haven from the hectic moments of urban life. The apartment should be easy to use and beautiful, allowing for identification and offering room for development.

LIVING BRIDGES – Concept/Philosophy – Living Bridges is designed to move away from the typical dormitory or student hostel typology in urban settings, which fosters a regimented form of social control by the use of single-loaded corridor organizations. The challenge was to break away from the notion of stacked student housing where there is no exchange between students, owing to the tight site constraints forcing dead vertical development as a common imagination. 

The permanent installation Terminal in Tirana is an immersive light sculpture by contemporary artist Karolina Halatek in the public space of Tirana. Karolina Halatek’s project Terminal for Tirana curated by Adela Demetja and implemented by Tirana Art Lab – Center for Contemporary Art has been selected as one of the eight winning artworks by the international jury for the competition “Art in Public Spaces 2022” launched and financed by the Ministry of Economy, Culture and Innovation of Albania. This site-specific installation draws inspiration from the profound recollections of patients experiencing near-death experiences (NDEs), creating thus a space where art, spirituality, and science intersect. Terminal for Tirana offers a contemplative space where visitors can experience a sense of euphoria, peace, and the feeling of transcending physical boundaries.