My passion for storytelling led me to collaborate with Gradnja.rs, the leading architectural portal in Serbia, where I engaged in meaningful discussions with fellow architects. 

It provided me with the opportunity to engage in insightful exchanges of knowledge with a diverse array of individuals, expand my network, enhance my social skills, and gain new perspectives on architecture through writing.

Writing is a highly creative outlet for me and a valuable tool for personal growth and development.

+ Letter from student period +

Hello there,

I hope this message finds you well.

Perhaps bathed in warm sunlight and enjoying a serene view through a perfectly positioned window. However, if that is not your reality at this moment, I encourage you to find the position where you feel most at ease. After all, isn't the essence of true comfort about creating a space that suits us individually?

Unfortunately, I have noticed a gradual fading of this perspective and the encompassing philosophy of housing over time. As a student, I am often confronted with architectural designs dictated by investors, where compromise and neglect abound. This is where the influence of regulations takes precedence, often overshadowing the initial vision. However, I am determined to follow a different path.

My goal is to delve deeply into one specific subject during my further studies and develop a profound understanding. I intend to arm myself with enough knowledge to build an immunity against the hierarchies that often dictate post-graduate life. One advantage of specializing in interior design, as I see it, is the ability to narrow the focus. As for the interiors themselves, my intention is to explore individuals' personal relationships with space, emphasizing the emotional connection they experience. I firmly believe that each person, with their unique personality, holds a distinct bond with their surrounding environment.

Furthermore, I perceive that everything in the world exists within a certain relationship. Whether it is the grand scale of our solar system, the intricate connections between continents and bodies of water, or the intricate web of human relationships, I am convinced that a relationship between a person and their space also exists. My objecfive is to explore and understand this bond better. Can spaces interpret a person's specific needs and desires? Can they be tailored to accommodate individuals with diverse personalities?

In this pursuit, I am fueled by an innate sense of curiosity and a playful spirit that has yet to be darnpened by tirne. This, I believe, is the perfect time to experiment. When something piques my interest, whether it be a minute detail or a chapter in my studies, I am known to invested abnormal amounts of energy into it.

In some intangible way, I hope that all of my endeavors, across different fields, will eventually converge to yield fruitful results.

Translation of text from portal Gradnja.rs

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+ The Power of Networking: Creating Housing Cooperatives +

We present an intriguing narrative from the renowned architectural firm IZVID, detailing their innovative approach in developing a contemporary architectural concept for a housing cooperative involving six families. With a shared vision and capital investment, these families embarked on a journey to materialize their collective ideal of a harmonious living environment.

Introduction In today's design landscape, the emphasis is frequently placed on maximizing sales square footage, often at the expense of quality. Furthermore, what exactly comprises the price of a sales square? Are considerations for comfort and well-being taken into account?

Recognizing the pressing need for housing solutions, the Milan based architectural firm IZVID embraced this challenge, perceiving an opportunity to bring together six families through the establishment of a housing cooperative. This project, in itself, presents unique solutions to the aforementioned queries. To provide us with a comprehensive understanding, we spoke with architect Martina Mitrovic from Belgrade, a key participant in the project and member of the esteemed IZVID studio.

The Concept of Housing Cooperatives

Housing cooperatives represent a formal means of resource pooling wherein multiple individuals collaborate to collectively acquire housing space according to established principles.

In contemporary design, the prevalent model often follows a hierarchical structure of investor > architect > client, however, housing cooperatives present a distinct alternative. Notably, the design process for such projects involves a unique dynamic where clients are already familiar with each other and actively participate in all stages of the project to jointly shape their living spaces, future lifestyles, and overall functioning.

The act of designing the spaces themselves presents a notable luxury, not solely in terms of material selection, but rather due to the individualized possibilities afforded to each cooperative member.

Special attention is given to crafting communal areas that serve to enhance the everyday lives of residents, recognizing the paramount importance such spaces hold within residential communities. These shared areas are predominantly dedicated to children, encompassing playrooms, birthday party venues, and cinema halls.

The inclusion of numerous private open spaces not only enhances the overall quality of life, but also provides opportunities for social interactions, which are essential for collective living. It is worth considering the impact of this project on the families residing there both during and after the COVID- 19 pandemic.

Martina Mitrovic, one of the architects involved in the project, explains "Another challenge we faced was reconciling the contemporary lifestyle with the architectural tradition of Milan."

Moreover, the financial aspects of the project play a vital role, as they allow clients to achieve a higher standard of living through shared capital. By creating a comprehensive financial plan and actively involving clients in every phase of the project, a sense of security and motivation is fostered, ultimately leading to the attainment of the jointly envisioned objective.

The inclusion of numerous private open spaces not only enhances the overall quality of life, but also provides opportunities.

This story illustrates the power of individual actions, but also emphasizes the greater impact that can be achieved through collective efforts. Working together can lead to significant changes that ultimately benefit the environment.