Vila in Kruce

ARTEC Studio proudly presents its latest residential project, a sculptural and serene house nestled into the hillside, designed to harmonize with its natural surroundings while offering an elevated architectural experience.

The house emerges from the terrain with a minimalistic form and a strong horizontal expression. A monolithic concrete volume anchors the residence, while large glazed openings frame panoramic views, blurring the boundaries between interior and landscape. The project’s material palette — concrete, natural stone, wood, and black metal — evokes both permanence and warmth, carefully balancing mass and transparency.

Designed for a private client, the residence is a contemporary response to rural living, where architecture serves both function and poetry. The house’s massing is composed of a long linear base with living spaces oriented toward the view, and a sculptural overhanging box — a distinctive feature that provides shade and a strong visual identity.

Every design move reflects ARTEC’s commitment to authenticity, restraint, and sensory richness. The shifting interplay of light and shadow, the tactile honesty of materials, and the subtle integration into the topography all contribute to an atmosphere of quiet sophistication.

This project continues ARTEC Studio’s ethos of “keeping it real” — honoring context, clarity, and craft in every detail.

 HORIZON-A New Mixed-Use Complex in Prizren

ARTEC Studio is proud to announce that it has officially signed a contract with SwissDev for the design and development of “Horizon”, a new mixed-use complex located in the heart of Prizren.

The project marks a significant collaboration between ARTEC Studio and the international development company SwissDev, bringing together local expertise and global standards to shape one of the most ambitious urban developments in the region.

Horizon will be a contemporary mixed-use complex that redefines urban living in Prizren. Designed with people at its core, the development will seamlessly integrate residential, commercial, and public spaces, all thoughtfully connected by landscaped walkways, green rooftops, and vibrant courtyards. The project emphasizes ecological responsibility, architectural elegance, and a strong sense of community.

“We’re honored to partner with SwissDev on this transformative project,” said Ilir Llonçari, Chief Visionary Officer of ARTEC Studio. “Horizon is more than architecture—it is a reflection of our values and a commitment to shaping spaces that enhance everyday life.”

Construction is scheduled to begin later this year, with Horizon expected to become a dynamic new landmark in the evolving urban landscape of Prizren.

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Studio ARTEC ka kënaqësinë të njoftojë nënshkrimin zyrtar të kontratës me kompaninë zvicerane SwissDev për projektimin dhe zhvillimin e kompleksit të ri të përzier me emrin “Horizon”, i cili do të ndërtohet në zemër të Prizrenit.

Ky bashkëpunim shënon një hap të rëndësishëm midis Studio ARTEC dhe SwissDev, duke bashkuar përvojën lokale me standardet ndërkombëtare për të realizuar një nga zhvillimet urbane më ambicioze në rajon.

Horizon do të jetë një kompleks bashkëkohor me funksione të përziera që synon të riformësojë jetesën urbane në Prizren. I projektuar me fokus te njeriu, ky zhvillim do të ndërthurë në mënyrë harmonike hapësirat banesore, tregtare dhe publike, të lidhura përmes shëtitoreve të gjelbëruara, tarracave me gjelbërim dhe oborreve të gjalla komunitare. Projekti vë theks të veçantë në përgjegjësinë ekologjike, elegancën arkitektonike dhe ndërtimin e ndjenjës së komunitetit.

“Jemi të nderuar që bashkëpunojmë me SwissDev në këtë projekt transformues,” tha Ilir Llonçari, Kryevizionar i Studio ARTEC. “Horizon nuk është vetëm arkitekturë – është pasqyrim i vlerave tona dhe përkushtim për krijimin e hapësirave që e përmirësojnë jetën e përditshme.”

Punimet ndërtimore pritet të fillojnë gjatë këtij viti, ndërsa Horizon pritet të bëhet një pikë referimi dinamike në peizazhin urban të Prizrenit.

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SHARE Skopje

Studio ARTEC will take the international stage at SHARE Skopje 2024, hosted at the Skopje Marriott Hotel. The event brings together leading architects from around the globe for a day of presentations, critical discourse, and professional exchange.

Partners Ilir and Lorik Llonçari of Studio ARTEC will present a talk titled “Accuracy in Design,” highlighting their work on the Dukë Bar – Hotel Dukagjini  and Palafites vacation homes project, an architectural cases study rooted in precision, context, and authentic materiality.

About the Event

SHARE Skopje 2024 will feature the presentation of approximately 20 architectural projects from international studios and a high-level debate on “The Future of Public Spaces Architecture.” A special Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to Djoko Radovanović, founder of RADO Engineering, in recognition of his significant contribution to Macedonian architecture.

Other Featured Presentations Include:

  • Irina Petrovska (Parallel Group Architects, Macedonia): Workspace Well-being
    – Salience Consulting Offices
    – Nastel Cowork Spaces
    – Kultura Offices

  • Takehiko Iseki (Zaha Hadid Architects, UK):
    Adaptive Urbanism – Generative Design and AI Technologies
    – Hangzhou Sports Centre (China)
    – Unicorn Island (Hangzhou, China)
    – Beyabu (Honduras)

  • Katina Sutoglu (Syndicate Studio, Skopje):
    The Modern Workplace in Mixed-Use Inner-City Developments
    – Grand Business Center, Skopje

  • John Kanakas (Direction Architects, Greece):
    Towards a New Residential Paradigm
    – House Symbiosis

  • Alexandra Virlan (UNStudio, Netherlands):
    Building Healthy Communities
    – Southbank Melbourne
    – Van B Munich
    – ECHO TU Delft
    – EZ Parque da Cidade

SHARE Architecture Awards 2024

Studio ARTEC Shortlisted for Two Projects at 2024 SHARE Architecture Awards
Studio ARTEC is proud to announce that two of its projects, Pristine Original and Buzuku I, have been shortlisted in the Commercial – Retail – Industrial category at the 2024 SHARE Architecture Awards.

The SHARE Architecture Awards celebrate excellence in architecture across Central and Southeast Europe. This year, 71 projects were selected from over 200 submissions, highlighting the region’s most innovative and impactful designs.

Pristine Original and Buzuku I exemplify Studio ARTEC’s commitment to creating spaces that blend functionality with cultural significance. These projects reflect the firm’s dedication to thoughtful design and its ability to contribute meaningfully to the urban landscape of Prishtina.

The final presentations and award ceremony will take place during SHARE Greece 2024 on October 8th in Athens, where shortlisted projects will be showcased to an international audience.

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Studio ARTEC në Listën e Ngushtë për Dy Projekte në SHARE Architecture Awards 2024

Studio ARTEC ka kënaqësinë të njoftojë se dy prej projekteve të saj, Pristine Original dhe Buzuku I, janë përzgjedhur në listën e ngushtë në kategorinë Komerciale – Shitje me Pakicë – Industriale në kuadër të SHARE Architecture Awards 2024.

SHARE Architecture Awards është një platformë që vlerëson ekselencën në arkitekturë në të gjithë Evropën Qendrore dhe Juglindore. Këtë vit, nga mbi 200 aplikime, janë përzgjedhur 71 projekte, të cilat përfaqësojnë disa nga realizimet më inovative dhe me ndikim në rajon.

Projektet Pristine Original dhe Buzuku I janë dëshmi e përkushtimit të Studio ARTEC për të krijuar hapësira që ndërthurin funksionalitetin me identitetin kulturor. Këto projekte përfaqësojnë një qasje të menduar dhe autentike që kontribuon në mënyrë domethënëse në peizazhin urban të Prishtinës.

Ceremonia përfundimtare e ndarjes së çmimeve dhe prezantimi i projekteve të përzgjedhura do të mbahet gjatë ngjarjes SHARE Greece 2024, më 8 Tetor në Athinë, ku projektet do të prezantohen për një audiencë ndërkombëtare.

BUILD Architecture Awards

Studio ARTEC has been awarded the prestigious title of “Contemporary Interior Design Firm of the Year 2024 – Southeast Europe” by BUILD Magazine, as part of the publication’s tenth annual Architecture Awards.

This international recognition celebrates Studio ARTEC’s commitment to innovative and authentic interior design, as well as its continued impact across the Southeast European region. Known for its distinctive approach that fuses spatial clarity with sensory experience, the firm has once again demonstrated why it stands out as a leader in contemporary design.

In a personal message to the studio, the BUILD Awards team expressed gratitude for Studio ARTEC’s contribution to the awards’ decade-long mission to spotlight excellence in the architecture and design industry. The judging panel praised Studio ARTEC’s outstanding creativity, attention to detail, and commitment to meaningful, human-centered design.

“We are proud and honored to receive this recognition,” said Ilir Llonçari, founder and visionary behind Studio ARTEC. “This award is a testament to the dedication of our team and the trust of our clients. It motivates us to keep designing with honesty, purpose, and beauty.”

The BUILD Architecture Awards are among the most respected accolades in the industry, highlighting the achievements of forward-thinking firms that shape the future of built environments.

https://www.build-review.com/winners/artec-studio-3/

For more about Studio ARTEC’s award-winning work, visit www.artec.al.

SHARE Prishtina

Architect Ilir Llonçari, CVO of Studio ARTEC, took the stage at SHARE Kosovo 2024, held at the Swiss Diamond Hotel in Prishtina, to deliver a compelling keynote titled “Keep it real!” — a powerful call for authenticity and precision in contemporary architectural practice.

As part of the global SHARE Architects series, the event brought together leading voices in architecture and design to explore forward-thinking trends, critical approaches, and the evolving role of architecture in shaping society.

Llonçari’s keynote emphasized the importance of staying true to context, materials, and narrative — arguing that real architecture arises from real needs, real places, and real stories. His talk resonated with the forum’s mission to foster meaningful professional exchange across borders and disciplines.

Event Significance

SHARE Kosovo 2024 marked a significant moment for the architectural community in the region, providing a platform for collaboration and inspiration.

Notable Speakers Included:

  • Maurizio Meossi – Zaha Hadid Architects

  • Davide Macullo – Davide Macullo Architects

  • Stefano Pujatti – ElasticoFarm

  • Nataliya Kuznetsova – UNStudio

  • And other prominent architects from across Europe and the Balkans