This complex is being built in the historic centre of city. Two early 20th-century landmarks stand on either side of the site. That defined the project’s character from the start: the architecture shouldn’t argue with history — it should hold a conversation with it. Height, materials, façade rhythm — everything follows the protected-zone regulations. The constraints became the foundation of the composition, not an obstacle.
The complex consists of three blocks of varying heights — from one to five storeys. It’s not a standard tower, but a terraced structure that steps down toward the historic buildings and rises closer to the centre of the site. The accessible roof of the first block became a residential courtyard: playgrounds, sports areas, rest zones, planting — all elevated above street level.
An open arcade colonnade runs around the perimeter of the courtyard. It unites the blocks into a single whole, shelters residents from rain and sun, and sets the architectural character of the whole project. The arcades aren’t strict classicism — they’re a contemporary reading of it: slightly flattened arches, metal frames, clean proportions.
The residential façades are built in a modern style with references to classicism and brutalism. Natural limestone and travertine, porcelain stoneware, dark metal window frames. Light tones create a calm background. The contrast between smooth stone and textured panels gives the façade a living surface.
The commercial section is its own architecture. Arches, light stone, large shopfront windows. It’s open to the city, yet visually connected to the neighbouring historic buildings. It doesn’t copy the past — it rhymes with it.
Cars go entirely underground. The basement parking covers residents’ needs and visitor spots. The courtyard stays for people.
