BRASSERIE
LA MIȚA BICICLISTA
LA MIȚA BICICLISTA
Period: 2023-2024
Client: La Mița Biciclista Establishment
Chief arch: arh. Eliza Yokina
Team: arch. Ruxandra Grigoraș; arch. Iulian Badărău; arch. int. Mihai Birtu
Restoration Consultant: Smaranda Baciu
Project management: Prografic - Lavinia Moraru, Elena Ifrim
Execution: Cella Cosimex - General Constructor
Photo: Cătălin Georgescu
This incident propelled Mița's career as a high class escort, back in Bucharest, where she impressed with her beauty, boldness, extravagance, non-conformity and affinity for luxury.
The fitted velvet trousers, the bicycle with the silver handlebars, the short haircut, the blouse with puffed cuffs, the white bonnet and her beautiful face are just some of the images that have reached us, surrounding an extravagant, playful, self-assured person who loves the shine.
Today we imagined the Brasserie as a place open to the city where you can read part of the protagonist's personality and the brilliance of the beginning of the century.
OMG ATLAS
In 1907, the first wing of the palace emerged, embracing the historic ‘old’ Bucharest. Its winding streets echo the traditional values of oriental merchant fairs. By 1914, the second wing welcomed the ‘new’ Bucharest, influenced by French ideals, earning the city its ‘Little Paris’ acclaim. The design honores this heritage blending French sophistication with local charm.
Status: Proposal
Year: 2023
Location: Bucharest, Romania
Client: Private
Partner in charge: arh. Eliza Yokina, arh. Adrian Soare
Team: arh. Int. Mihai Birtu, arh. Iulian Badarau, arh. Carmen Modoran, Arh. Iulia Postovanu
At the entrance, two atlantéan figures bridge past and present. Unlike their classical counterparts, these evocative forms extend a transgenerational welcome with relaxed postures, signifying inclusivity. They transcend mere decoration, acting as liminal guardians who guide guests from the exterior to the hotel’s layered narrative. This stylistic fusion, hinted at by the figures, sets the stage for a multifaceted and evocative experience.
The restaurant interior offers a bazaar-like experience with rich fabrics, patterns, and moody lighting along its longitudinal axis, blending contemporary touches. Outside, an oversized central bar dominates, evoking the charm of French orangeries and botanical gardens, elevating the dining experience.
LEMON PARK
The project sought to capture the user in the ensemble for as long as possible by creating an outdoor urban space covered and sprinkled with green spaces, an outdoor food court with terraces and various food functions and a playground. Furthermore, the direct visual connection with the outside was achieved through the wide glazed surfaces and folding glass doors.
Status: Built
Year: 2023
Location: Voluntari, Romania
Client: Synergy
Built area: 7965 sqm
Budget: 6 mil. euro
Partner in charge: arch. Ivona Amariței
Team: arch. Camelia Oancea, arch. George Nițoiu
The building is a landmark both in terms of color and proportions, the colors and lights are supported by simple rectangular shapes, as well as by the created urban space, which functions both during the day and at night, thus the functions are diversified accordingly.
DANUBE
DELTA
RESORT
RESORT
Location: Danube Delta, România
Built area: 6663 sqm
Partner in charge: arch. Eliza Yokina
Tean: arch. Iulian Bădărău, arch. Maina Păsărin, arch. Zenaida Florea, arch. Andrada Tărău, arch. Adrian Perdică, arch. Corina Nicolae
In the embrace of the Danube Delta, Jurilovca resort emerges as a sanctuary, offering a unique experience where myriad bird and animal species converge in a wild tapestry of life. Ancient settlements bear witness to the intersection of diverse civilizations neighborhood.
Confronted with this exceptional setting, our architectural vision sought to envision a tourist resort, navigating the delicate challenge of fostering development while preserving the delicate balance of natural life and the local community.
NEW HERITAGE
By prioritizing local materials, circular economies, and low-carbon methods, the project bridges traditional wisdom with modern sustainability. At its core, it reimagines rural shelters and annexes as simple, functional structures blending ecological principles with technology, offering a replicable model for sustainable living and community-building.
MARRIOTT
MOXY HOTEL
MOXY HOTEL
Status: Built
Year: 2017
Location: Bucharest, România
Client: APEX ALLIANCE DEVELOPMENT 3
Built area: 4.450 sqm
Rooms: 119
Budget: 5 mil euro
Partner in charge: arch. Liviu Zăgan, arch. Ivona Amariței
Team: arch. Ivona Amariței, arch. Alexandra Nicolau (PTH) și arch. Maria Fofircă (DE), arch. George Nițoiu, arch. Corina Nicolae, arch. Laura Parghel, arch. Ciprian Drăghicescu, arch. Ioana Penescu, arch. Matei Bianu, arch. Natalia Dumitru
Photographer: Radu Matei & Moise Bogdan
Public spaces exude a living room atmosphere, where daytime zones are naturally combined: the bar, the dining room, the work area and the relaxation and game lounge.
The place specificity is recalled through the interior design, themed "Miorita", a traditional Romanian creation. The furniture, accessories and wall-art are infused with these specific cultural elements.
DUNAPACK INDUSTRIAL HALL
Year: 2020
Location: Giurgiu, Romania
Client: Dunapack Rambox Prodimpex
Built area: 26.500 sqm
Budget: 12 mililons euro
Concept & Technical project: Optim
Partner in charge: arch. Costin Beekman
Team: arch. Mircea Mihai, arch. Natalia Dumitru
ANA ȘI COPIII
DAY CENTER
Year: 2023
Location: Bucharest, Romania
Client: "Ana și copiii" Asociation
Built area: 1.550 sqm
Budget: 1.3 mil euro
Partner in charge: arch. Elena Dragu
Team: arch. Radu Matei, arch. Maria Fofircă
Emphasis is placed on lighting and colors, and the playful facades strengthen the idea of children's creativity development through simple information. The site offers these children the chance to have a playground and to be in direct contact with nature.
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
Year: 2019
Location: Bucharest, România
Client: APEX ALLIANCE
Built area: 16.500 sqm
Rooms: 259
Budget: 16 mil euro
Partner in charge: arch. Liviu Zăgan, arch. Ivona Amariței
Team: arch. Ivona Amariței, arch. Alexandra Nicolau (PTH) și arch. Maria Fofircă (DE), arch. George Nițoiu, arch. Corina Nicolae, arch. Laura Parghel, arch. Ciprian Drăghicescu, arch. Ioana Penescu, arch. Matei Bianu, arch. Natalia Dumitru
Structure: Saidel Engineering (DTAC, PTH), Solidis (DE)
Instalations: WSP Romania Engineering (PTH)
Facade Engineering: Bridge Blue Romania (PTH), EMI Proiect (DE)
Photography: Radu Matei & Moise Bogdan
The hotel offers an ultra-contemporary, intense, and distinct presence.
The entire building is uniformly treated in two shades of urban gray: the light gray volume and the interior cuts in dark gray monolith. The interior spaces are well sized, balanced and bright.
THE
MARMOROSCH HOTEL
Status: Built
Year: 2017-2021
Location: Bucharest, Romania
Client: Apex Alliance
Built area: 16.700 sqm
Rooms: 217
Budget: 40 mil euro
Partner in charge: arch. Adrian Soare
Contract manager: arch. Ivona Amariței
Team: arch. Cristina Popescu, arch. Maria Oprea, arch. Andrei Cumpănășoiu, arch. Ivona Amariței, arch. Anca Ionescu, arch. Anca Bendescu, arch. Andrei Țîntari, arch. George Nițoiu, arch. Ioana Aron, arch. Cosmin Anghelache
Speciality project lead: arch. Cătălina Preda
Interior design: YES Design Architecture
The former premises of Marmorosch Blank Bank were designed and erected in several phases starting with the year 1912. The initial design was signed by the architect Petre Antonescu.
Given its spatial and decorative qualities, the building represents an eloquent example of bank architecture of traditional inspiration of the early XX century.
THE STORY BEHIND