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December, 2024
3rd place at the Architectural Competition for the Central Building of the MoI KS
Based on the report of the Competition Jury on the selection of the best conceptual designs for the Central Building of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Sarajevo Canton, including an underground garage and exterior landscaping, we would like to inform you that our design was awarded third place.
Our proposal was recognized for balancing contemporary design, sustainability, and responsiveness to the city’s architectural context. We remain committed to our design principles and the continuous pursuit of architectural excellence.
December, 2024
Celebrating another award-winning design
We have won third place in the competition for the design of the Islamic Center and Mosque in Visoko, organized by the Islamic Community of Visoko.
Our proposal for the Islamic Center, located in the Luke settlement, envisions a multifunctional complex divided into distinct zones: commerce, dining, a madrasa, administrative offices, a multipurpose hall, the mosque and a garage, satisfying both the spiritual and practical needs of the community.
The architectural concept centers around the journey from the profane to the sacred, crafting a spatial experience that guides visitors from the external, everyday environment to an inner realm of peace and spiritual security. Beyond its primary role as a place for praying, the complex is designed to be a center for learning, knowledge, and community engagement, further reinforcing its importance to the local community.
This recognition inspires us to continue creating spaces that reflect cultural and spiritual values.
July, 2024
Doc.dr. Haris Bradić - moderator of the exhibition "Ka transcendentnom", dedicated to Zlatko Ugljen
Through this exhibition, the audience of the Festival had the opportunity to embark on a journey toward the transcendent, witnessing Ugljen’s ability to skillfully navigate not only the material but also the metaphysical aspects of architecture. The festival, known for nurturing a culture of memory, refuses to let oblivion erode the images, words, memories, and faces of great individuals and authors who, through culture and space, even if just for a moment, made each of us better than we were.
The event was enriched by a conversation featuring architect and designer Prof. Ognjenka Finci and Ph.D. Adnan Pašić, associate professor at the Faculty of Architecture. This inspiring discussion was moderated by Doc.dr. Haris Bradić, assistant professor at the Faculty of Architecture, University of Sarajevo, and founder of the NB Atelier office.
June, 2024
SHARE Talks Sarajevo hosted by doc.dr. Haris Bradić
SHARE Architects, the leading networking platform for architects in Central and Southeast Europe, successfully returned to Sarajevo with SHARE Talks Sarajevo. Held on June 20 at the Bosnian Cultural Center, the event featured engaging discussions on contemporary architecture. Notable guests included Lebanese architect Bernard Khoury, José Pareja Gómez of ZAHA HADID Architects, World Architecture Festival winner Johannes Baar-Baarenfels, and multi-award-winning architect Besian Mehmeti. Local talents Emir Salkic, Nedžad Mulaomerović, and Edin Duraković also participated.
The event was hosted by Haris Bradić, founder of NB Atelier, and moderated by Senka Ibrišimbegović and Nermina Zagora from the University of Sarajevo.
May, 2024
SHARE HUNGARY 2024 - doc.dr. Haris Bradić as invited lecturer at the 14th International Forum of Architecture and Technology
Haris Bradić presented the case studies including Rakovica Weekend House, Kochersteinsfeld residential building, and Residential building Stein am Kocher, exploring the delicate balance between human occupants and architectural space. He delves into the integration of new volumetric units to create comfortable living environments, the incorporation of architectural forms that seamlessly blend into existing spaces, and the design principles that prioritize space, investment, and quality for new users.
Over the past 25 years, SHARE Architects forums have become a key networking platform for architects and constructors in Central and South Eastern Europe. SHARE provides a useful framework for knowledge and understanding of the diversity of modern architectural phenomena. Currently, SHARE Architects events are held in 16 countries and have developed a community of over 50,000 professionals around them.
January, 2024
Winning conceptual design for residential and commercial complex, Visoko
The project of a residential and commercial complex called Two Rivers is located in the town of Visoko. It consists of three blocks, one residential and two of residential commercial character.
The architectural concept is designed to create a peaceful green oasis around the residential buildings, and achieve direct visual and physical contact between all housing units and the features of the micro-location such as the Sun, the view, the air, the sound of the river, and the smell of nature.
The architectural design follows the curved lines of the form of the objects following the initially set goal of the project, which is that the architectural form follows the shape of the plot without imposing its shape, materialization, spatial volume, and concept on the natural environment, but tends to become a part of it.
September, 2023
Top-selected conceptual design for residential and business complex, Nedžarići, Sarajevo
NB Atelier was invited to participate in the invitational architectural competition for the conceptual project of a residential and business complex in Nedžarići, Sarajevo. Our submission was distinguished as one of the top two selected entries in the 2023 competition.
The objective of the project was to create a structure that will become a focal point that captures attention, given that the surrounding environment lacks a clear identity. The design’s simplicity, expressed through clean lines and an architectural composition featuring a combination of tall and low square blocks atop a green square pedestal—designed as the new center of the movement—serves to establish a fresh identity. The primary ambition is for this new complex to be unique, timeless, flexible, and modern in its materialization, with clear and effective internal communication links.
October, 2022
Openings in construction, 2022, the SFERA conference
The XII conference “Sfera 2022: Openings in construction” was held on October 4 and 5, 2022 in Sarajevo, at Hotel Hills, organized by the company Sfera d.o.o. Mostar, and in cooperation with the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering in Zenica, the Faculty of Civil Engineering at the University of “Džemal Bijedić” Mostar, the Faculty of Architecture at the University of Sarajevo, TÜV NORD Adriatic d.o.o., ift Hrvatska d.o.o. Zagreb, and in partnership with the Institute for Standardization of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The conference examined scientific and technological advancements as well as professional practices related to the production, application, and design of architectural and construction openings.
The conference aimed to connect science, profession and education in the field of construction through the thematic and substantive concept with an emphasis on openings in construction. The program covered various topics from the field of architecture, construction, and novelties and trends in the sector of openings in construction.
December, 2022
Cooperation with a Slovenian company on the EOScale Project
EOScale was established to simplify the process and bring to life the concept of a truly exceptional living space that is both human- and environment-friendly. We created modular homes, that are built in factory setting, and delivered worldwide, move-in ready. We wanted to bring out genuine emotions and foster a strong connection with the surroundings from within the interior space. EOScale homes embrace the natural daily cycle, from sunrise to sunset, evoking happiness, contentment, peace, love, and security. The homes are designed to optimize natural light and provide breathtaking views.
You can see more at www.eoscale.com.
October, 2022
doc.dr. Haris Bradić elected chairman of the Association of Architects of Bosnia and Herzegovina
NB Atelier is proud to share that our Founder, doc.dr. Haris Bradic, has taken the position of the Chairman of the Association of Architects of BiH. In this esteemed role, he will lead efforts to promote architectural excellence, foster professional development, and advocate for the interests of architects throughout the country. His appointment underscores his commitment to advancing the field of architecture and enhancing the profession’s impact on the built environment. We look forward to the positive changes and innovations Dr. Bradić will bring to the association and the broader architectural community.
April, 2022
Public lecture at the Ajman University, United Arab Emirates, Topic: Islamic architecture in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Doc.dr. Haris Bradić held a public lecture at Ajman University in the United Arab Emirates on the topic of “Islamic Architecture in Bosnia and Herzegovina.” The presentation delved into the rich history and distinctive features of Islamic architectural styles in Bosnia and Herzegovina, examining their evolution and significance within the region. It highlighted key architectural elements, historical developments, and the cultural influences that have shaped the local Islamic architectural heritage. The lecture provided insights into the integration of traditional Islamic design principles with regional characteristics, offering a comprehensive understanding of how these structures reflect both historical and cultural contexts.
June, 2022
Between persistence and change-methodological aspects of the Corn-Markezic Villa reuse
This paper was published in the International Journal of Architectural Technology and Sustainability VITRUVIO, and it examines the questions of time (transience) and space (persistence) in architecture and culture. It was written by Elša Turkušić Jurić and Haris Bradić. The endurance and relevance of these topics are best seen in the integration of architectural heritage into contemporary life.
The paper elaborates this by applying a methodological-applicative model to the renovation of the modernist Corn-Markesic villa in Sarajevo’s Crni Vrh housing estate, which has been designated a national monument of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The model seeks to achieve a practical and architecturally creative solution for the villa’s adaptations.
March, 2019
BigSEE Architecture Award 2019 - Winner, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Residential architecture.
This project was realised in Rakovica (Sarajevo), in the area dominated by family weekend houses. The main idea was to sublimate the residential heritage from both Bosnia and Herzegovina in terms of the house forms, materials and function. Analysis of the traditional house forms was first conducted and then a modern composition created that rests on the autochthonous vernacular architecture. With this in mind, we opted for stone and wood application to achieve this effect.
There are two ground-floor units connected by an interior corridor and cladded with natural stone. The first unit, approached via sloped pedestrian ramp, is a square-shaped 8.8×8.8m form, cladded with natural stone – hresa in combination with wooden decorative elements on all four sides. Tondach plain clay tiles are used for roofing, and the roof peak is 6.14m high. The other unit is almost square-shaped with dimensions of 8.3×9.3. It has a plain white façade combined with white wood – the Siberian larch. The highest point of this structure is 6.55m. Both volumes together make one physical structure with two separate zones, public and private.
September, 2013
Article published in the scientific journal "Građevinar"
Doc.dr. Haris Bradić, founder of NB Atelier, published a scientific article in the Građevinar Journal on the topic Design process for energy-efficient residential buildings
The paper presented the analysis of the design process for energy-efficient residential buildings. Buildings currently under construction in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Macedonia have been analyzed. The complexity of the overall construction process, from the design solution to building construction, is considered in detail. The attention is drawn to great significance of the use of computer programs in the design process, particularly during computation of energy requirements aimed at achieving comfort of interior space.
Građevinar is a prominent scientific journal based in Croatia, focusing on civil engineering and construction. It publishes peer-reviewed research articles, reviews, and case studies that contribute to the advancement of knowledge in these fields. Građevinar is well-regarded in the region for its rigorous editorial standards and its role in disseminating innovative research and best practices within the civil engineering community.
Read the article here: http://www.casopis-gradjevinar.hr/assets/Uploads/JCE_65_2013_8_6_676_EN.pdf
December, 2018
Article published in the scientific journal "Prostor"
We are happy to inform you that our founder, Haris Bradić, has published an article in the esteemed journal Prostor titled Transformation Models Based on Energy Efficiency Requirements for the Primary School Building Saburina in Sarajevo. In this article, Haris conducted a thorough analysis of the Saburina Primary School building in Sarajevo. The study looked at the building’s current energy consumption and CO2 emissions, and proposed various models for transforming the school into an energy-efficient structure. This historic building, constructed between the two World Wars, was the focus of diverse energy rehabilitation strategies aimed at improving its sustainability.
Prostor is a renowned academic journal from Croatia that specializes in the fields of architecture, urban planning, and design. It provides a platform for scholarly articles, research papers, and critical reviews that explore various aspects of spatial planning, architectural theory, and the built environment. The journal is known for its interdisciplinary approach, integrating perspectives from architecture, urbanism, art history, and related disciplines. Prostor is widely respected for its contribution to the academic discourse on spatial and urban development, offering insights that influence both theoretical understanding and practical application in architecture and urban planning.
Read full article here: https://hrcak.srce.hr/en/file/312352
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