Kerimov Architects

Kerimov Architects

Kerimov Architects is an international architectural bureau founded in 2011 by Shamsudin Kerimov, with co-founder and creative director Ekaterina Kudinova. Based in Moscow, the firm specializes in comprehensive architectural and interior design projects, including private residences, cultural institutions, and multifunctional centers. Their work spans various countries, such as Russia, Portugal, Latvia, Spain, and Argentina, reflecting a commitment to creating unique architectural solutions tailored to each location's context.
The firm's design philosophy centers on the belief that every place deserves its own unique architecture. This approach is evident in projects like the Hidden House in Portugal, which seamlessly integrates into the natural landscape, and the Riverwave Residence in Texas, inspired by the fluidity of water.

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Two-Level Apartment in Moscow by Kerimov Architects: A Study in Warm Minimalism

Two-Level Apartment in Moscow by Kerimov Architects: A Study in Warm Minimalism

Nestled in a prestigious neighborhood near the Moscow River and a national park, this 320 sq.m. two-level apartment designed by Kerimov Architects embodies understated luxury and warm minimalism. The project takes a thoughtful approach, balancing natural materials and light textures with iconic interior elements to create a sophisticated yet inviting living space.
By Kerimov Architects Published: Updated: 3 min read
Okolitsa by Kerimov Architects: Nature and Architecture in Rhythmic Harmony

Okolitsa by Kerimov Architects: Nature and Architecture in Rhythmic Harmony

Nestled in the lush woodlands of the Moscow region, the Okolitsa residence by Kerimov Architects is a 1,500 m² (16,145 sf) architectural retreat designed to blend seamlessly with the forested landscape of the private villa community “Okolitsa.” Through a composition of rhythmic volumes and material honesty, the residence offers a balanced environment where architecture and nature continuously converse.
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Uspenskoe House by Kerimov Architects: A Modern Villa in Harmony with Nature

Uspenskoe House by Kerimov Architects: A Modern Villa in Harmony with Nature

Located in the picturesque Novouspenskoe villa community just outside Moscow, the Uspenskoe house by Kerimov Architects is a striking 7,965-square-foot residence that masterfully integrates with its sloped terrain and forest surroundings. Designed to celebrate natural light and tranquil views, the home is a modern interpretation of contextual architecture, blending refined spatial planning with ecological sensitivity.
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Weightless House by Kerimov Architects: Merging Minimalism with Nature in Repino

Weightless House by Kerimov Architects: Merging Minimalism with Nature in Repino

Nestled in the forested surroundings of Repino in Russia’s Leningrad region, the Weightless House by Kerimov Architects is a 1,000-square-meter residence that epitomizes the harmonious integration of modern architecture with untouched nature. The concept behind the design was to create a structure that seems to dissolve into its environment—both physically and philosophically.
By Kerimov Architects Published: Updated: 3 min read
Casa do Cabo by Kerimov Architects: A Minimalist Oceanfront Retreat in Portugal

Casa do Cabo by Kerimov Architects: A Minimalist Oceanfront Retreat in Portugal

On a secluded hilltop along the southern coast of Portugal, Casa do Cabo by Kerimov Architects emerges as a striking example of minimalist architecture in harmony with the land. With its expansive horizontal volumes, carefully restrained material palette, and panoramic ocean views, the 1,200-square-meter residence blurs the line between building and landscape.
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Introspective House by Kerimov Architects: A Private Forest Retreat Near Moscow

Introspective House by Kerimov Architects: A Private Forest Retreat Near Moscow

Tucked into a vast 50-acre plot near Losiny Ostrov National Park in the Moscow region, the Introspective House by Kerimov Architects is a private sanctuary designed to meet the needs of a multigenerational family of eight. With its unique spatial composition, understated luxury, and emphasis on tranquility, the residence reimagines the balance between privacy, connection, and nature.
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