A rather depressing sight. But for architect Daniela Byutyuneva, CEO and co-founder of 2x22studio-architecture, these sad ruins can be brought back to life. Her mission is to help investors find the best way to reuse and adapt old buildings into effective and functional spaces by combining innovative and creative solutions.
How did you get the idea to focus on the restoration of old buildings?
Elegance and cosiness in the city
A modern residential building with elegant design and premium features – ARIKA embodies modern city living, seamlessly blending the energy of Sofia with the comfort of a well-designed home.
Located in Manastirski Livadi – East, one of Sofia's most desirable areas, the complex offers the perfect balance between city life and natural harmony. Designed for people with a dynamic lifestyle, it provides quality and comfort while ensuring privacy and proximity to nature.
Urban dynamics, modern comfort, amenities, and services
ERIA is a next-generation residential complex designed for people with an active lifestyle who seek a balance between the city's energy, the comfort of their own home, and contemporary style.
Located in one of Sofia's fastest-growing districts – Ovcha Kupel – the complex offers a strategic location with quick access to the city centre, business hubs, and natural spaces.
You do not have to live in some far-off place in Scandinavia or North America to enjoy the cosiness, warmth, comfort, energy efficiency and health benefits of living in a log house. Yes, indeed – log homes, a glorious tradition that has flourished for millennia, are making a comeback, improved and better suited to the realities and demands of modern lifestyles. Modern log homes are the smart way for people to live in a natural, eco-friendly way that combines the best of tradition and innovation.
The outstanding qualities of wood
One of the distinguishing traits of true women leaders is that they joyfully help others achieve their potential. This is also the mission of Veronika Nacheva. Her Center for Sports, Health, and Beauty, RONIQUE, is a space for holistic care with advanced technologies and manual therapies – everything we need to be healthier and feel better in our bodies.
What is RONIQUE’s philosophy for feminine beauty, unaffected by the whims of time?
When Dobromir Mashev returned to Bulgaria in 2023, he was not just coming back to his homeland, but to a country rich in breathtaking nature, deep-rooted traditions, and a cultural heritage closely tied to the natural world. However, he saw a troubling paradox: while Bulgaria's landscapes and traditions celebrate nature, modern construction practices were increasingly disregarding it. The appreciation for natural materials had diminished, replaced by synthetic alternatives that harm both people and the environment. This imbalance called for a change.
We cannot disagree with this Chinese wisdom. Whether it’s about gaining more professional opportunities, enjoying reading books in their original language, or traveling the world without language barriers – knowing a foreign language is a wealth that serves us throughout our lives.
Language School Omega is the place where professional philologists, with the help of the latest methods for distance learning, assist you in mastering English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, or Russian, and preparing for a successful certification exam.
Building a recognisable new brand on the highly competitive insurance market is difficult – but possible. Tsvetelina Mihaylova, Chairperson of the BoDs and CEO of Axiom IC, knows this well. Before joining Axiom in 2022, she has dedicated her entire professional life to building an outstanding expertise in insurance. Her professional career kicked off at Bulstrad Vienna Insurance Company, then she held various management positions at HDI Insurance, Tokuda Health Insurance and Bulgaria Insurance. Mrs Mihaylova also holds a Master's degree in Insurance and Insurance Management.
Maria Paeva embodies Mahatma Gandhi's famous principle that you must be the change you wish to see in the world. The private eco-school she founded, Sun Ray, is located in its own building with a large garden at the foot of the Rhodope Mountains. In this cosy and welcoming space, under the guidance of experienced educators, children from preschool to grade 7 explore the world and their emotions, care for nature, discover the charm of art and science, and embrace universal human values.
What is the core philosophy of Sun Ray School?
Valentina Ricanek's professional journey is a testament to the old wisdom that every crisis is an opportunity. An experienced IT/HR expert, in a planned but unexpected way she was given the chance to prove herself in a new professional field just as the COVID crisis began. Thanks to her perseverance and vision, NSF Consulting became a successful ambassador of Bulgarian products across Central Europe.
What goals did you set when you founded NSF Consulting?