Based in Ljubljana, and initiated by Rok Oman and Spela Videcnik in 1996, Ofis Arhitekti is the prizeholder of the Slovenian National Design Competition with "2 Apartment Blocks on the Coast" project in Izola, Slovenia, which was also nominated by Mies van der Rohe Awards 2006.
Currently in construction on progress, these 'smart living units' consist of 30 apartments, 2800 m2 in total, including studios and three-bedrooms. The facades feature fun, dynamic and original details; trapezoid-shaped balconies and colorful sunshades/curtains provide a playful 'outfit' to the apartments with coastal views. As the organization's website utters, "the changing rhythm of balconies creates dynamic elevations and offers privacy to the neighbouring owners."
Frankly, it is relieving to see affordable housing projects that do not claim social engineering.
For further information, please visit Ofis Arhitekti's website.
