Archizeit Studio

Archizeit Studio is an innovative architectural renovation project located in the heart of Chisinau, Moldova, that exemplifies the transformation of a single-level residential structure into a sophisticated professional workspace. The project, completed in 2018 under the leadership of architect Alexandru Zingaliuc, demonstrates a masterful integration of contemporary design elements with practical functionality, spanning 107 square meters of building area within a 360-square-meter lot. The renovation encompassed both interior reconfiguration and exterior transformation, addressing challenges such as fragmented spaces, insufficient natural lighting, and low ceiling heights through thoughtful architectural solutions. The studio's design philosophy embraces an eclectic approach, incorporating a diverse range of manually processed natural materials including wood, corten steel, exposed concrete, and metal, creating a dynamic and contrasting composition. A distinctive feature of the project is the innovative use of a repurposed metal shipping container as an extension, while the existing facade received a sophisticated treatment combining timber cladding and corten steel plates. The interior spaces showcase various artisanal wall finishing techniques, from stamped concrete effects to decorative metal bar panels and river stone surfaces, reflecting the studio's commitment to experimental design approaches. The project, which won an Iron A' Design Award in the Architecture, Building and Structure Design category in 2022, serves as both a functional workspace and a living portfolio of the firm's capabilities, featuring large windows that create an inviting transparency between the interior and street level, effectively demonstrating how thoughtful architectural intervention can transform ordinary spaces into extraordinary environments.

Author: Adam Dawson

Keywords: architectural renovation, sustainable design, contemporary workspace, material innovation, adaptive reuse, urban transformation

SOURCES:
https://competition.adesignaward.com/140421

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