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Between the golden past and the dynamic present
Each generation has its own golden past - a time when everything was better, more beautiful, and of better quality. But, as one interlocutor of the newsletter in front of you reveals, the "golden past" is a myth, and the present is much more dynamic and diverse. You will find out what those who create it - architects, furniture and equipment manufacturers, owners and managers of companies - think about this current trend in interior design in the newsletter that describes the latest trends, challenges and innovations in the industry. Turbulences that have gripped the entire world in recent years, from pandemics, through conflicts, to inflation, are being maintained in all areas. The Opendoor research showed that inflation is the reason why owners do not decide on frequent interior
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Igor Marsenić, Executive Manager ASAP - There has never been a better time for architects than now
Igor Marsenić, executive manager of the Association of Serbian Architectural Practices (ASAP), believes that the myth of the "golden past" is just that - a myth, and that the present is much more dynamic and diverse, and that it has never been better for architects than now.However, there are
Marko Matejić, co-founder of MAIN Architects - An architect in Serbia must be brave and durable
In order to be an architect in Serbia, you have to be brave and much tougher and more durable than in some other environments that are milder and more hospitable towards architects and architecture - says the co-founder and director of MAIN Architects Marko Matejić. In a conversation with eKapija,
Svjetlana Prole, architect - Interior design through the prism of fashion and art
She built her personal mark in interior design by combining fashion, art and architecture. In fact, her profession integrated her interests. Although she always tries to push the boundaries, take risks and experiment, she says that the most important thing for interior work is a "neutral base".
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Melanija Pavlović, director of JAF Serbia - Construction expansion is yet to come
At the beginning of October, the JAF company will open an exclusive multifunctional showroom in Nis, and the plan is to open several more branches in Serbia, Melanija Pavlović, director of JAF Serbia, announced in an interview for eKapija. She believes that the expansion of construction is yet to come, despite the stages of stagnation. She notes that the furniture industry is undergoing certain transformations, as consumers are reducing their investment in new furniture during the crisis. But,
Regardless of the style of your household, Miele will always be the best choice that you can`t go wrong with - says Dragana Marinković Dimitrijević, brand manager of Miele Serbia, in an interview with the eKapija portal. On the occasion of a significant anniversary – 125 years of existence, Miele presented its consumers with a special, birthday series of appliances that will be current until the middle of next year. In accordance with the company`s slogan "Forever better", Miele home
From a small family workshop in Gruža, which made exclusive furniture for members of the Serbian aristocracy, to large-scale production in Belgrade for restaurateurs, hoteliers, and individuals who appreciate handwork and quality - ABBA design has traveled that path in one hundred years.A lot has changed in that century, but one thing hasn`t - passion and love for the profession, natural materials and constant improvement of skills. In an interview for eKapija, the owner of ABBA design,
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Interior decoration
Naruto Design - Your partner for the perfect space
Have you ever walked into an apartment and felt a sense of dread? Has it happened to you that you are not productive in one office, while in another you are working at full steam?Space affects us much more than we think, and that`s why it`s important to carefully choose partners who will help you arrange it. Whether you are adapting and furnishing a business premise, or you are in the sweet pain
Scrigno sliding door systems - Be open, be authentic
The history of the flush-fitting sliding door began in 1987 in Santarcangelo, in Italy’s Romagna region – this Scrignobranded masterpiece was the first patented system of its type in Italy. Today, Scrigno is leader in the design, production and sale of innovative sliding and swing doors, entirely made in Italy, to provide comfort and elegance for any environment. Quality, design and
Do you know that the warmth of the home is the key to lasting harmony in it?
Alfa Plam: Optimal pellet heating in 2024 With the arrival of colder days, many people are faced with the question - what is the best way to heat the home? The answer lies in balancing cost, environmental awareness and comfort. Pellet stoves and boilers, as a modern solution, are increasingly popular among users, and one of the leaders in this area on the Southeast European market is the company
Exterior arrangement
7 ideas for decorating terraces, balconies and small yards
These are tips that are definitely worth listening to if you start decorating your exterior these days, because the ideas below can bring the right amount of inspiration for your space, especially if it is small in square footage. Small balconies, terraces and courtyards can be beautifully decorated and used in a creative way, regardless of the limited space. Make the most of the floor space of a
Tips, ideas, trends
Trying to solve the problem of glass waste in the house, but at the same time to finish her final work for the exhibition, the artist Marija Marković, with her partner in business and life, Pavlo Milošević, an economist and advocate of sustainability, and then, with the help of science and
An indispensable detail in the fashion industry, stripes have long conquered the interior as well. Upright or horizontal, neutral or bright, on the walls of the bathroom or on the carpet in the living room, they bring order to the space, and they fit perfectly with both traditional and modern
The desire to use every square meter of space has led to a trend in interior design in recent years for the kitchen, dining room and living room to be in an open space, with no doors separating them. Whether you`re following a trend or the size of your apartment dictates such a layout, you may
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The five most expensive houses in the world - Luxury worth 8.5 billion USD
(Buckingham Palace)Heliports, football fields, Olympic swimming pools, waterfalls, cinema halls - all of these are found in the most expensive houses in the world. Impressive ballrooms, gardens with rare tropical plants, rooms decorated with antiques go without saying.In the list of the five most
Trends in interior design are dictated by series and movies - From beige "Heirs" to pink "Barbie"
Movies and series have a great influence on interior design, from the classics "Gone with the Wind" and "Breakfast at Tiffany`s", to more modern hits like "The Devil Wears Prada", "The Grand Budapest Hotel", "The Great Gatsby", "Marie Antoinette", "People from Manhattan". We present to you several