Hi, I’m Antoaneta - a Master’s student in Acrhitecture and Urban Planning at UACEG in Sofia, Bulgaria, currently spending a semester in Brno through the Erasmus program. Before that, I earned my Bachelor’s in Architecture and Urban planning, where I got hooked on how spaces can shape the way we live.
While researching for a university project a couple of years ago, I came across some Scandinavian projects - and something just clicked. The minimalism, the care for people, the sustainability - it felt like the kind of architecture and urbanism I wanted to be part of. Since then, Danish design has been a huge inspiration for me.
That’s why this internship feels like the right move. I want to be part of a team that sees cities not just as systems, but as homes for people. I’m curious, hard-working, and very motivated to dive into the full design process and see how great ideas turn into great spaces.
I also have a soft spot for architectural graphics. I see drawing as both a tool and a creative outlet. Back home, I’m helping develop an online course to support Bulgarian students in expressing their ideas visually.
Outside of design, I read fantasy, dance Zumba, photograph buildings, cook too much, and obsess over lineweights (just a little). I’m friendly, easy to work with, and fully committed when it comes to my work.
Brno University of Technology
Erasmus
Brno, Czech Republic
_participation in an international urban design studio focused on urban regeneration, public realm transformation and collaborative working in a multicultural academic environment.
University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy
Master`s degree
Sofia, Bulgaria
_completed a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture and Technology; currently pursuing a Master’s in Urban Planning with a focus on sustainable urban development and transformation of urban spaces.
Sofia High School of Civil Engineering, Architecture and Geodesy
Professional high school degree
Sofia, Bulgaria
_completed specialized training in architecture and construction, including technical drawing, design fundamentals, and a final project focused on residential architecture.
extracurricular activities
Beyond the Wall - tactical urbanism workshop
Brno, Czech Republic
_еxploring playful design strategies to activate neglected urban spaces.
Urban Environment Laboratory From Asphalt to Community
Sofia, Bulgaria
_focused on participatory design and the transformation of asphalt-dominated spaces.
10th Summer School of Architecture - Burgas
_guided students in a hands-on design-build workshop aimed at enhancing public spaces
10th Summer School of Architecture - Brachevci
_hands-on exploration of earthen architecture and traditional building techniques.
_engaged in large-scale urban and landscape planning within a historical urban context.
Studying in Bulgaria gave me a solid technical foundation and a hands-on approach to problem-solving. Along the way, my interest in Danish architecture really sharpened my eye for clear, expressive visuals. That mix has shaped how I think, design, and tell stories through my work.
Burgas, Bulgaria
Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria Brachevci, Serbia
9th Summer School of Architecture - Veliko Tarnovo
Minstroy Holding AD
_language
AutoCAD
Rhino
Grasshopper
Revit
ArchiCAD
Enscape
Photoshop
Illustrator
InDesign
ArcGIS
MS Office
Place for People - Gallery of Contemporary Art
Honourable mention student works, collaboration with Jelena Novaković, Marko Jeremic, Metko Fetov, Katina Boykova
Triennial of Architecture Nish 2024
Bulgarian /native/ English
Cooking has always been my little escape. I love trying out new recipes, tweaking them as I go, and just getting lost in the process. It’s messy, fun, and one of my favorite ways to take care of the people around me. For me, it’s a lot like design - about balance, care, and bringing joy to others.
International University Affiliate
Apartment building
Sofia City garden Revitalization of Poduyane Railway Area Place for reading one book
Sofia City Garden
Park and landscape architecture
Sofia, Bulgaria 2023
Sofia City Garden
Park and landscape architecture
Sofia, Bulgaria 2023
This project focuses on revitalizing a historic urban garden in Sofia, transforming it into a vibrant public space that serves as a cultural and recreational hub for the city. Designed to blend modern landscape elements with the area’s traditional character, the project integrates a variety of functional zones, open spaces, and green areas, making the garden a versatile and inviting location for all ages. Central to the design is a green amphitheater, intended as a focal point for cultural events, performances, and gatherings. Exhibition spaces and a dry fountain add visual interest and provide flexible settings for community engagement and artistic displays.
The Urban Garden project strengthens resident-city connections by providing inviting spaces for relaxation, socializing, and cultural activities, enhancing Sofia’s urban landscape.
The planting plan incorporates both existing and newly introduced vegetation, creating a lush and diverse environment. Mature trees are preserved to maintain the garden’s original charm, while new species like the silver spruce, catalpa, and wax begonia enhance seasonal color and texture.
The garden design also incorporates universal accessibility. Wide, smooth pathways allow for easy circulation by people of all abilities, including those with mobility challenges. Carefully placed seating areas, from benches to larger communal tables, invite visitors to rest, socialize, and enjoy the garden’s beauty. An interactive children’s play area with natural materials like wood and stone complements the garden’s connection to the environment, encouraging creative exploration and physical activity.
Revitalization of Poduyane Railway Area
Urban Planning - pre-thesis
Sofia, Bulgaria 2025
Revitalization of Poduyane Railway Area
Urban Planning - pre-thesis
Sofia, Bulgaria 2025
This project proposes the transformation of the neglected Poduyane railway area into a vibrant, integrated urban district, reconnecting fragmented neighborhoods and redefining the role of rail infrastructure in the city. Situated in a zone historically marked by industrial use and spatial disconnection, the intervention seeks to reintroduce human-scale urbanism, sustainable mobility, and community-focused functions into the underused rail corridors.
he masterplan proposes a new urban fabric combining residential, public, cultural, and productive uses. A secondary city center emerges through mixed-use development, with the railway reimagined as a spine for green corridors, pedestrian links, and public spaces, enhancing site connectivity.
The open spaces are interconnected and designed with attention to both ecology and user experience, supporting biodiversity while creating welcoming places for everyday social life. By reimagining the Poduyane railway area as an inclusive, multifunctional urban node, this project offers a resilient and adaptive vision for Sofia’s brownfields— transforming infrastructural voids into catalysts for urban regeneration.
The design integrates adaptive reuse of existing infrastructure, transforming abandoned tracks and buildings into vibrant cultural and social spaces. Key features include a train-themed street food park, community gardens, an amphitheater, and a public library in a repurposed locomotive. Mobility and accessibility are central to the proposal, with improved pedestrian and cycling infrastructure, new streets, and seamless links to public transport that support active movement and reduce car dependency.
The design respects the memory of the railway heritage by preserving existing tracks and buildings, repurposed into cultural and recreational facilities such as a train wagon food park, a reading zone in a locomotive, and a railway museum. The proposal includes carefully planned green infrastructure, community gardens, and active recreation zones like sports fields, outdoor fitness areas, and an amphitheater, ensuring diverse use throughout the day and year.
Place for reading one book
Public buildings - I project Sofia, Bulgaria 2023
Place for reading one book
Public buildings - I project Sofia, Bulgaria 2023
This project presents a public architectural intervention in Sofia, spanning the Perlovska River near the Vasil Levski National Stadium. Designed to activate and redefine the relationship between the city, the river, and public space, the intervention explores themes of movement, perception, and transformation. It engages with the surrounding urban and natural environment while offering a spatial narrative inspired by contrasts— light and darkness, stability and uncertainty, reason and chaos. The design consists of two distinct pathways: one solid and structured, providing a familiar and predictable experience, and another suspended and uncertain, challenging users to engage with the space in a new way. The intervention integrates contemporary architectural elements that emphasize material contrasts, transparency, and controlled lighting, creating an immersive experience that shifts with time and movement.
The intervention integrates contemporary architectural elements that emphasize material contrasts, transparency, and controlled lighting, creating an immersive experience that shifts with time and movement. The use of reflective surfaces and translucent materials allows the design to respond to changing light, casting dynamic shadows and reflections that transform the space from day to night.
By spanning the river, the project enhances pedestrian connectivity and establishes a meaningful link between both sides of the urban fabric, creating a seamless transition between spaces.
Elevation changes and visual layering allow for diverse spatial experiences, reinforcing the connection between architecture, water, and the city. As a transformative public space, it reimagines the urban landscape, fostering dialogue between built form, natural elements, and the cultural context of Sofia.
International University Affiliate
Public buildings - II project
Sofia, Bulgaria
2024
International University Affiliate
Public buildings - II project Sofia, Bulgaria 2024
This project envisions a branch of an international university, designed as a dynamic and multifunctional academic environment. The architectural intervention explores the concept of spatial wounds—examining how space is affected, what causes its transformation, and how architecture can act as a healing force.
The building is structured around key academic and social zones, creating a balanced relationship between learning, collaboration, and individual reflection. The design integrates lecture halls, student common areas, specialized classrooms, and a dedicated library, fostering an atmosphere that supports both formal education and informal exchange. Transparent and open spaces contrast with enclosed, introspective areas, reflecting the dual nature of academic environments—structured knowledge versus personal discovery.
Spatial composition plays a crucial role in defining movement and interaction within the building. Carefully planned elevation changes create dynamic flow, guiding users through zones while maintaining visual and functional connections. The relationship between enclosed and open spaces fosters rhythm, allowing moments of focused learning and exchange. Materials and textures enhance the experience, with transparency promoting openness and solid elements providing grounding. The interplay of light, structure, and circulation creates an adaptable environment that responds to evolving needs of students and faculty.
student spaces
The design encourages engagement, not only through its physical spaces but also through its capacity to inspire intellectual and creative exploration. Large communal areas seamlessly transition into more intimate settings, ensuring flexibility for various academic and extracurricular activities. Beyond serving as an educational facility, the project acts as an architectural statement about the nature of contemporary learning spaces—spaces that must be adaptable, inclusive, and responsive to the dynamic processes of knowledge exchange and community-building.
Apartment building
Residential buildings - II project
Sofia, Bulgaria
2024
Apartment building
Residential buildings - II project
Sofia, Bulgaria 2024
This project showcases a residential apartment building designed to meet the needs of modern urban living by combining functionality, sustainability, and aesthetic appeal. Located in Sofia, carefully positioned to optimize space utilization while harmonizing with the surrounding urban environment. The project integrates contemporary architectural elements, emphasizing clean lines and balanced proportions, making it a valuable addition to the city’s skyline.
The building comprises five levels, including a ground floor and four residential floors, with a total built-up area of 4,758 m². The structure reaches a cornice height of 18.5 meters, within the local urban planning guidelines.
The ground floor is dedicated to common areas, including storage and utility spaces. Litiumqui conem. Ulpa volorendusa volupta cus et ut fugia quo inciunt, corem at. Additionally, the building’s roof is designed to accommodate solar panels, contributing to renewable energy generation and further enhancing its sustainability credentials. Green spaces are integrated into the project, with landscaped areas around the building and on the roof, improving the overall environmental quality of the site while providing residents with areas for relaxation, recreation, and social interaction. Furthermore, the building’s strategic location provides easy access to public transportation, schools, parks, and commercial areas, making it a highly desirable place for residents who value convenience, connectivity, and urban living.
Through this design, the building aims to contribute positively to the urban fabric of Sofia, offering an attractive and sustainable housing solution for contemporary families. The project reflects a commitment to high standards in residential architecture, providing not only living spaces but also a sense of community and quality of life for its inhabitants.
