The Veil introduces a large residential program into the forested coastline of Dhërmi, where development has remained limited due to steep terrain and dense vegetation. Bofill Taller de Arquitectura approaches the site with a distributed strategy that avoids concentration. Instead of consolidating volume, the project disperses 366 apartments and 77 villas across two plots, organizing […] More
In the heart of the Albanian Riviera, where the mountains meet the Ionian Sea, Red Sol Resort emerges as a striking reinterpretation of coastal architecture. Designed by Bofill Taller de Arquitectura, the project is a response to the dramatic terrain of Dhërmi. Rather than imposing itself on the landscape, the resort takes cues from its […] More
Located on Myslym Street in the center of Tirana, project Ndarja by OODA introduces an architectural intervention designed to serve residential, hospitality, office, and commercial functions. The building consists of two similar, fragmented volumes aligned along their narrowest sides, creating a central void that draws visitors into a calm square. A Redefined Urban Space The […] More
The College of Europe, established in 1856, has been a key player in European education, promoting unity and cooperation among nations. Originally based in Bruges, Belgium, the college expanded to Natolin, Poland, in 1992 to assist Eastern European countries in their integration efforts after the fall of communism. Now, the College of Europe is poised […] More
The Albanian capital of Tirana is on the brink of a major architectural evolution with the introduction of “Bond,” a striking 50-floor tower designed by OODA. Located at the intersection of Dritan Hoxha Avenue, this new development promises to be a landmark of modernization and urban transformation. RESIDENTIAL OODA’s “Bond” tower is poised to become […] More
In the heart of Albania’s capital city, a symbol of the country’s tumultuous history has been reborn as a vibrant and educational cultural hub. The Pyramid of Tirana, originally constructed as a tribute to communist dictator Enver Hoxha, has undergone a remarkable transformation, thanks to the creative minds at MVRDV. What was once a divisive […] More
Award-winning Israeli architecture firm Kimmel Eshkolot has been chosen to serve as the main architect for the upcoming Albania Jewish Museum in Vlorë, a distinguished museum that will serve as a symbol of the history of the Jewish community in Albania. The museum pays respect to the history, present, and future of the Albanian Jewish […] More
Project: The Mosque and Museum of Religious Harmony Designed by Bjarke Ingels Group Location: Tirana, Albania Website: www.big.dk Noted Danish practice BIG designs a cultural centre in Tirana, this winning entry was selected out of five finalists including Spanish Architect Andreas Perea Ortega, French Architecture Studio, Dutch SeARCH and Zaha Hadid Architects. To create this […] More
Project: The Open Parliament of Albania Location : Tirana, Albania Designed by COOP HIMMELB(L)AU Project Area: 38,650 Website: www.coop-himmelblau.at Noted practice COOP HIMMELB(L)AU designs the impressive new building for the The Open Parliament in Tirana, for more images continue after the jump: More