CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY NEEDS NEW SYMBOLS Times have changed, and we no longer build, as we did during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, cathedrals which symbolised our spiritual victory over death, chaos and destruction, and which embodied the extent of what humankind could achieve at that time.
Constructed to the very limit of what could be achieved with the technology and materials available at the time, they reflected the image and impression of the world of contemporary society that was oft repeated in frescoes, stained-glass windows, sculpture and music. They were centres in which was reflected the understanding of the past and the relationship towards the present of the people who built them.
Since that time, our perception of the world around us has altered radically, our horizons have broadened, and today we possess limitless opportunities thanks to the materials, technologies and means of expression that we now command. However, the greater the possibilities, the more frequently we show a complete helplessness when faced with the task of synthesising our knowledge and world view into a unified whole which extends beyond the bounds of the utilitarian, and it often seems that the people who built those cathedrals were a great deal bolder then than we are now.
Nevertheless, we cannot refute the fact that modern society needs new symbols which reflect the same issues which confronted the people who built beautiful cities many centuries ago, moreover we understand that we cannot live on monuments to the past alone, and we are now confronted with the necessity to create new projects which reflect the epoch in which we are living. These thoughts form the principal motive which led us to create the Heart of Malta complex, a monument which bears within its form a reminder of the merciless power and unpredictability of nature, and is intended to become what the cathedrals of the past became – the quintessence of our contemporary culture as it desperately strives to break the bounds of what it possible.
We see this project as an open window into the future, and a proud response to the vicissitudes of our own history and destiny.
I would like to remind those who separate the terms “natural” and “human” when discussing integration of structures into a natural context, that a human
being’s consciousness is also a part of nature, and also lives according to her immutable laws, and that such a separation looks at the very least presumptive.
We are, after all, also a part of nature, just one which possesses self-awareness and the ability to interpret that which occurs around us.In spite of the superficial impression of being in conflict with the environment, what we have in this project is an example of the ultimate conceptual and architectural integration of a structure into its physical context, meaning that here we can speak of a successful solution which goes beyond the bounds of the concept of urbanisation. The image of an Azure Window built from steel, one which reflects the sky, the land, and the sea – this is a very powerful image.
Therefore we are confident that we have been able to fully and faithfully reflect in our project the interaction of humanity and nature, the theme of downfall and prevailing, as a fundamental leitmotif for contemporary culture, having created an architectural design with its own drama and story, and whose familiar silhouette, in the edges of which reality itself dissolves, will intrigue and fascinate many people all over the world, and will reflect in the best possible way the spirit of Malta’s past.
Svetozar Andreev
СВЕТОЗАР АНДРЕЕВ, АРХИТЕКТОР / ДИЗАЙНЕР ИНТЕРЬЕРА
Родился в 1975м году в Санкт-Петербурге. С 1997-го работает, как самостоятельный дизайнер и архитектор. Основное направление работы:
архитектурное проектирование и девелопмент, дизайн интерьера, разработка эксклюзивной мебели, предметов интерьера и графический дизайн. Автор множество интерьерных и архитектурных проектов, и коллекций эксклюзивной мебели. Работы Светозара Андреева отмечены премиями и номинациями, неоднократно занимали первые места в международных конкурсах Проекты Светозара Андреева регулярно публикуются в основных россиийских и зарубежных изданиях, посвященных дизайну интерьера и архитектуре, появлялись на обложках журналов. В настоящее время Светозар Андреев CEO собственной студии Hotei-Russia / The Svetozar Andreev Studio и работает как архитектор и дизайнер интерьера.
- Номинант конкурса ARCHIP «Международная Архитектурная Премия 2007» В номинации "Новаторство"
- Первое место конкурса Sobaka.ru «Лучшие дизайнеры и интерьеры 2009» В номинации "Лучший частный интерьер"
- Первое место конкурса Sobaka.ru «Лучшие дизайнеры и интерьеры 2007» В номинации "Лучший частный интерьер"
- Финалист конкурса журнала Sobaka.ru «Лучшие дизайнеры и интерьеры 2008» В номинации "Лучший частный интерьер"
- Победитель конкурса ARCHIP «Международная Архитектурная Премия 2006» В номинации "Новаторство"
THE SVETOZAR ANDREEV STUDIO / HOTEI-RUSSIA IN WORLD MEDIA СТУДИЯ СВЕТОЗАРА АНДРЕЕВА / HOTEI-RUSSIA В МАССМЕДИА
ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIORS BY THE SVETOZAR ANDREEV STUDIO
PRAVATE AND PUBLIC ARCHITECTURE BY THE SVETOZAR ANDREEV STUDIO / HOTEI-RUSSIA
ARCHITECTURAL PROJECTS BY THE SVETOZAR ANDREEV STUDIO / HOTEI-RUSSIA "Our studio develops cutting-edge projects for private houses, residential, retail and hotel complexes and public and private interiors, in Russia and all over the world. The studio also works actively to develop renovation projects for both contemporary and historical buildings. Our approach to design is very different from normal practice, where the architectural design is developed in isolation from the interior or landscape design, which very often negatively impacts on the final result. Instead, we develop the architectural composition in parallel with the interior design, furniture and landscape. This method of "parallel design" makes it possible to create solutions which are honed down to the finest detail, without random elements, lines and shapes. Very often we will design and manufacture interior and exterior pieces and furniture specifically for the project inhand. We strive to ensure that every single element of the building we design reflects the fundamental concept of the project. We believe this is the only way to create architecture of the highest quality."
АРХИТЕКТУРНЫЕ ПРОЕКТЫ ОТ СТУДИИ СВЕТОЗАРА АНДРЕЕВА / HOTEI-RUSSIA "Наша студия разрабатывает ультрасовременные проекты частных домов, жилых, торговых и гостиничных комплексов, общественных и частных интерьеров, как в России так и за рубежом. Также, студия активно работает над созданием проектов реконструкции современных зданий, и зданий старого фонда. Наш подход к проектированию резко отличается от привычного, когда архитектура разрабатывается отдельно от дизайна интерьеров и ландшафта, что приводит к низкому качеству конечного результата. Мы разрабатываем архитектурную композицию параллельно с дизайном интерьера, мебели и ландшафта. Этот метод "параллельного проектирования" дает возможность создавать решения, продуманные до мелочей, в которых нет случайных форм, линий и деталей. Мы стремимся, чтобы все внутренние и внешние элементы зданий, над которыми мы работаем, отражали одну основную идею проекта, и убеждены, что только при таком подходе, возможно создать по-настоящему качественную архитектуру."
THE HEART OF MALTA / AZURE WINDOW MUSEUM
Architect Svetozar Andreev has drawn up the design for a multifunction exhibition complex called The Heart of Malta, to be constructed on the site of the world famous Azure Window, which was destroyed by a storm in March 2017. The complex, with its spiral structure and incorporating over 5000sqm of exhibition space, is destined to become a new architectural and cultural landmark for Malta and Gozo, and a monument to the iconic arch. The space within the complex is designed to accommodate dynamic laser shows and digital exhibitions devoted to Maltese and international art, history and culture, as well as concerts, TV broadcasts, and other events.
RESIDENTIAL VILLA CYPRUS
The project is a country house located in southern Cyprus. The complex as a whole consists of a 560 sq.m residential block, two swimming pools located on two levels, recreation areas and a technical block with indoor parking and outbuildings. The residential area is located on one level with panoramic glazing overlooking the swimming pools and the Mediterranean Sea. The main house boasts two bedrooms, fourbathrooms, two dressing rooms, a living room / home cinema, kitchen, and dining room. On the lower level are a dressing room, foyer, bathroom, sauna and outdoor kitchen-bar area. The The master bedroom and drawing room open out onto the upper-level pool, and all windows are equipped with automatic control with manual override.
Architecture and Interior Design: architect Svetozar Andreev
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APARTMENT COMPLEX `THE UNITED ISLANDS`
The apartment complex in our plans will be located in coastal waters right on Koh Som Island, in the gulf of Samui Island. The architecture and design of the apartment complex were developed by The Svetozar Andreev Studio / Hotei-Russia in an ultra-contemporary style, and central idea of the project was to imbue the local environment with highest standards of comfort and aesthetics, intended for guests from, Europe, Asia and America.
Architecture and Interior Design: architect Svetozar Andreev
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The Villa Catalonia located on the rocky seaside of Costa Brava, one of most famous and respectable region of Spain. This villa planned as an integral part of the apartment complex which is currently under development by The Svetozar Andreev Studio.
Architecture and Interior Design: architect Svetozar Andreev
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The Pulo Cornam Villa connected on the mountainside of Chaveng Noi district of the Samui Island. The building projects outward from the mountain, almost onto the beach, in an 12m cantilever. The house finds balance in the topography of the land, creating an extensive open doorway and living space in the practically untouched nature.
Architecture and Interior Design: architect Svetozar Andreev
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LUXURY HOTEL PROJECT
COMING SDOON: LUXURY HOTEL PROJECT BY ARCHITECT SVETOZAR ANDREEV
Idea, Architecture & Interiors: Svetozar Andreev
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The Svetozar Andreev Architecture Studio “Hotei-Russia”