TALK OF THE TOWN

Mario Dimitrov is a designer with years of experience and distinctive creative style who has realised many ambitious projects together with some of the leaders on the Bulgarian and foreign market. One of the most exciting is the exclusive commission to design the only in the world watches museum, in Stockholm, with limited access and focus on the Patek Philippe brand, as well as the LuxuryWatches boutique, owned by Tony Kavak, the design of some of the mansions of the Penser family, Robin Söderling, a number of private homes, and hotels.

The company covers all the stages of a project materialisation – consulting, engineering, comprehensive management and realisation of the construction process, interior and exterior design. The owners, engineer Radostin Grigorov and Vilimira Grigorova, tell more.

REZOS has built exceptional buildings for 20 years now. How do your architectural solutions stand out?

REZOS is known for its adaptability to clients' needs and its capability to develop innovative, modern and functional projects.

Today, after almost ten realised projects, she continues to boldly make dreams come true.

What is the most important part of the designing process for you, as a professional?

Each part of the design creation is important, I would rather divide the processes in two stages.

Kitchens, apartments, houses, restaurants, bars, shops, offices, hotels, B&Bs, kindergartens: since 1990 interior designers, architects and end clients have known that when they want impeccable bespoke furniture, it is best to contact Kopanarski Furniture. The strongest side of this family-owned company is the high quality of construction, manufacture and assembly of the furniture that it produces.

ADESIGN Interiors is an interior design studio founded by Anna and Angel Panyovski. The studio is based on the dynamic duo's merging of architecture and finance into a harmonious blend, both in life and business. This partnership embodies a combination of artistry and pragmatism, where creativity meets practicality, while dreams bond strategic management. With precise attention to detail, ADESIGN optimizes every inch of space, surpassing your wildest expectations. Each project is personally tailored, infusing unique style into every nook and cranny. Anna Panyovska shares more.

Based in Bulgaria, Italy and Portugal, Miarch Studio stands out with its cosmopolitan and independent thinking, and the skill to interpret the principles of Italian design to create interiors that reflect each client's individuality. Nina von Rupp and Melanie Doychinova, partners at Miarch Studio, share more.

Miarch Studio is based in three countries and has a diverse portfolio of clients with different tastes. And yet, what is the common thread in all of your projects that defines your own, unique creative style?

A leading expert in functional orthodontics in Bulgaria, Dr Manol Ivchev has 18 years of experience and has specialized in South Korea, Austria, Colombia, and Luxembourg. He is a lecturer and trainer and became the youngest instructor in Bulgaria on the philosophy of Prof. Rudolf Slaviček, after specializations at the Slaviček Institute in Vienna (VieSID). Dr Ivchev uses his expertise to help patients at his clinic, COLDY DENT Functional Atelier, by adhering to Slaviček's protocols for functional treatment and diagnostics, which aim at comprehensive treatment.

Made from organic black grapes, Midalidare Blanc de Noirs NV is an Extra Brut that stands out with shiny and delicate colour, fine creamy mousse, and soft fruity aroma. It is round and fleshy in the mouth with good freshness and excellent ageing potential. The Magnum volume was awarded gold medal by the most prestigious international competition The Champagne and Sparkling Wines World Championships 2024.

From warm, earthy tones to cool, frosty shades, COEUR DE LION's new jewellery and watch designs offer a variety of options to perfect your look and express your personality.

Every COEUR DE LION necklace, bracelet or pair of earrings is carefully handcrafted with loving attention to detail in the company's workshop in Stuttgart, Germany. 

When Martin Mazhdrakov opened an Indian restaurant in central Sofia, 22 years ago, this was a huge leap of faith for the IT entrepreneur. Back in the day, he had zero experience in running a restaurant business, let alone one specialising in cuisine that was virtually unknown in Bulgaria. And yet, with time, perseverance, dedication and passion, he and his team turned Taj Mahal into one of the most beloved establishments in Sofia.

The ninth edition of the prestigious Dibla Design Awards (DDA), Bulgaria's premier event for recognizing interior design brilliance, is fast approaching! The grand ceremony will take place on 19 February 2025, at Inter Expo Centre, Sofia, gathering the finest talent, trends, and innovations in the field.

With its systematic electrification, Mercedes-Benz's new E-class is all about setting standards in effectiveness. Half of the models are 4th generation plug-in hybrids. With pure electrical range of over 100 kms (WLTP), the cars can be used in urban conditions without any harmful emitions.

When TTEC, a global leader in BPO and technological services, consultation, analysis and maintenance, arrived in Bulgaria, in 2014, it was one of the foreign companies to recognise the potential of the local IT talent.

Payments that happen in just a second, immediate and secure online shopping, the opportunity to transfer money with minimal cost to different accounts and in numerous currencies – these are just some of the fintech innovations that in the past couple of years became an ordinary part of our lives. But what are the companies that make this fundamental change possible? What are the core beliefs and ideas of the people who manage them and work in them?

Companies seeking a winning combination of iGaming products will find exquisitely designed and innovative solutions in the SOFTSWISS portfolio. For fifteen years, the company has boldly explored new ways to deliver impeccable experiences in online casino software, including the integration of cryptocurrencies. SOFTSWISS solutions can be used as standalone products or combined to create a complete iGaming business. Ivan Montik, founder of SOFTSWISS, shares more.

What inspired you to found SOFTSWISS?

At EPAM Bulgaria, our employees are the cornerstone of our success. It's a simple premise, but one we embrace wholly: the talent, dedication and innovation of our people drive our company forward every day. With this understanding, we emphasize a positive workplace culture where the growth and well-being of every person matter.

For 30 years, Coherent Solutions has been a leader in offering advanced, tailored software and engineering solutions to an ever-growing number of companies across the globe. Today, its teams create advanced solutions that apply AI, data and analytics, product design and user experience, DevOps and cloud, digital product engineering, quality assurance, mobile development and more.

Dzhamal Aliman is a good example of a business owner who knows the operations of his company well and is capable of achieving even his most ambitious goals. He started his company with main focus of delivery and installation of aluminium railing systems, and himself participated in the mounting works which gave him a good insight on the current market. In 2013 he opened a warehouse for aluminium and glass railings, and in 2020 the company moved its operations to a bigger and more innovative base. Two years later Baros Vision opened its own high-tech factory for balustrade glass.

Cobot is a word that most of us still need to google. But Dr Georgi Georgiev, founder of Simobotics, the Bulgarian company for design and construction cobots, knows that the near future belongs to collaborative robots that work efficiently in industry along with humans. The company's portfolio already has two cobots, Bulbot and MITO, that have the potential to ease operations and manufacturing processes in a number of industries and businesses.

Visionary, professional and passionate, AKAT Technologies is your best solution if you want to protect your company and assets from current and future cyberthreats. The Bulgarian company is an innovator capable of offering tailored solutions to any type of clients. Alexander Nenkov, Sales Director, elaborates.

What are the core trends in cybersecurity companies should not underestimate?