Maya

Maya

Maja Markovski is an architect and the founder of ArchitectureArtDesigns.com, a leading platform dedicated to inspiring creativity and innovation in architecture and design. Through insightful, well-researched content, Maja aims to foster a deeper understanding of how architecture and design shape the world, offering both practical advice and thought-provoking artistic perspectives for professionals, students, and design enthusiasts.

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A 22-Square-Meter Apartment Transformed: Compact Luxury in Moscow

A 22-Square-Meter Apartment Transformed: Compact Luxury in Moscow

This 22-square-meter apartment was a heartfelt gift from parents to their 18-year-old daughter, Sasha. The family initially grappled with the challenge of making such a compact space functional and comfortable. They enlisted designer Olga Poliakova to transform the apartment into a cozy, practical, and stylish haven for Sasha. Conveniently close to the family’s own residence, the apartment offered both proximity and potential for a modern living solution.
By Maya 2 min read
485 MetaGalaxy Office Space in Shanghai: A Design Hub for Innovation and Creativity

485 MetaGalaxy Office Space in Shanghai: A Design Hub for Innovation and Creativity

Located in Shanghai’s historical district, 485 MetaGalaxy serves as both a design studio and a cultural hub, fostering a cross-professional ecosystem where creativity and innovation are central. Designed by the 485 MetaGalaxy collective and led by Chief Designer Zhang Yaotian, this 300 m² office space blends nostalgia with modernity, embracing both the old and the new, the East and the West. This unique space is designed to inspire spontaneous conversations, collaboration, and the birth of new ideas.
By Maya 4 min read
From Olympic Legacy to Urban Icon: Inside Beijing’s Huaxi LIVE Wukesong Ice Center

From Olympic Legacy to Urban Icon: Inside Beijing’s Huaxi LIVE Wukesong Ice Center

Located in the heart of Beijing’s Wukesong district, the Huaxi LIVE Wukesong Ice Center exemplifies how innovative design can transform an Olympic venue into a thriving commercial and cultural hub. Designed by the Beijing Institute of Architectural Design (BIAD) with Zhu Xiaodi Studio, this 38,960-square-meter facility now stands as a landmark of sustainability, versatility, and urban vitality.
By Maya 5 min read