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    Description

    Her project Urban Fractal explores the revival of traditional Turkish craftsmanship through the lens of muqarnas, a decorative architectural element known for its intricate, geometrical design. By investigating the scalability of muqarnas components at different levels-ranging from city objects to structural elements-the project aims to reimagine its role in contemporary architecture. In doing so, it bridges the gap between historical techniques and modern design, while fostering a deeper connection to cultural heritage and promoting sustainable, locally-rooted practices in the evolving architectural landscape of Turkey.
    The potential of this project is to expand as a result of craftsmen revolution against mass production and the reincorporation of the crafts profession mixed with advanced technologies. The new explorations and geome- tries that can come from human work and machine can give birth to a sculptural language as a reflection of skill, culture and innovation.

    About the Designer

    Nicoleta Rugina is a MarchD graduate from Oxford Brookes University, with a particular interest in craft, heritage and conservation architecture. Previosuly working for Glancy Nicholls Architects after Bcahelors degree at Birmingham City University, she has gained experience across residential and commercial sector, alongside JBVJ Architects which implied smaller scale individual extensions and conversions. Graduated with Distinction, the project received two awards for Fielding Dodd and WWA prize. Her final year undegraduate work 'The Historical Pubs of Moorcroft', received the first prize for Vector Design Awards, following the same passion of preserving local history through meaningful architecture.

    Contact Details

    Contact Nicoleta Rugina on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicoleta-rugina-426237173/), follow her on Instagram (nikoleta__11) or send her an email at nikoletarugina@gmail.com

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    Gothic-inspired building elevation with modern urban elements and detailed architectural features. Minimalist urban architecture rendering of a connected building complex in a contemporary setting. Exploring urban living: diverse residential architectural designs and typologies for modern homes. Diagram of stone tool production techniques and spatial analysis of archaeological findings. Comprehensive floor plan of a multi-level commercial building design with detailed layouts.
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