Croatia

The design task was to complete the reconstruction of the ground floor apartment of 27 m2 in Split, Croatia. The comfort in the apartment within the existing dimensions of 7.5 x 3.6 m is enhanced by inserting a multifunctional box that houses various elements of use, seemingly standard for this type of living space. Darko Škrobonja Darko Škrobonja Darko Škrobonja The inserted box accommodates a wardrobe, storage, bed, seating element, shelves, installations and functions just like a Swiss Army knife. The bed becomes a sofa, the sofa is a storage, the storage is an installation space, the installation space is a bed shelf and more. Existing installation verticals define the position of the sanitary facili... More

The project task was to complete the construction of a studio apartment with an area of 31 m². The goal was to convert a bright studio apartment measuring 9.60 m x 3.25 m into a one-room apartment suitable for a family of three through precise design. The design maximizes the two-sided orientation of the apartment, with the bedroom, bathroom, service room, living room, and kitchen arranged from north to south. Darko Škrobonja Darko Škrobonja Darko Škrobonja Darko Škrobonja Darko Škrobonja On the south wall of the apartment, the kitchen is positioned beneath a large window, offering views of the city and the Brač canal. The bedroom, bathroom, and service areas are condensed wi... More

Lead architects: Marin Binički, Siniša Blaženka & Marko Salopek Design team: Marin Binički, Siniša Blaženka, Marko Salopek and Vlasta Binički (KAT d.o.o.)  Client: City of Zagreb / Contractor: AB gradnja  Collaborators: Electrical engineering: Darko Žerjav - ELAG, Technology: Marko Bajič - Alarm automatika, Mechanical engineering: Nikola Zadravec - Eco Plan, Fire Protection/Life Safety: Martina Gajdek - FLAMIT, Landscape design: Ivanka Mlinarić, Road design: Robert Gojani - ROBUR, Land survey: Miroslav Sokolaj - GEO 88, Geotechnical report: Ivan Matković - IGH Project design start: 2005 / Project design completion: 2019   The Vrbani II kindergarten was built in 2020 in the Zagreb neighbo... More

Dutch Embassy central office space in Zagreb is characterized by openness and neutrality in accordance with its diplomatic function, but also by recognizable Dutch identity. ​ Center of the interior is designed as a uniformed wall surface which like a multi functional 'spine' extends through the space. Elegantly designed with unobtrusive wooden lining, it serves as a guide throughout the office. From it, the floor area is stretched out in the form of a carpet that stands out as the main accent of the space. Modular carpet interprets the colors of the Dutch landscape, presenting its elements in shades of blue, brown and green. The color 'game' begins at the wooden 'spine' and disappears to the glass partitions without compromising attractive... More

Bužanova Apartments is a new housing block developed in cooperation with the client, VMD model. It is situated in the center of Zagreb, five minutes walking distance from Kvaternik Square, in a quiet street with an abundance of greenery, but within reach of the city bustle. The architectural concept of the building is inspired by the pure form of Zagreb Lower Town blocks. With classic elegance and proportion of openings, the block consists of two volumes on the corner of two peaceful, urban green streets. A load-bearing façade and central structural colors with staircases allow flexible and adaptable apartment floorplans. They can be easily transformed and personalized according to client ideas. Large window openings positioned wi... More

The One Suite Hotel is situated a couple of miles from Dubrovnik Old Town. It is a meeting place for the local residents and a new focal point of Župa Dubrovačka, representing an added value in a lively business and commercial zone of the town, available to everybody, not just hotel guests.Eighteen accommodation units of varying structure are placed on two floors, with commercial and catering facilities integrated into the ground floor and the reception area. There is an infinity pool surrounded with a sunbathing deck on the roof. The hotel offers a tailor made experience for guests with a green & healthy lifestyle: a gym, massage pool and a special gastronomic concept in the “Lokal” restaurant and bar. All meals feature locally sourced... More

A few years after the opening of Hotel Lone, Restaurant L - one of three restaurants in the hotel, was rebranded as ResoLution Signature Restaurant. 3LHD was involved in the transformation of a part of the restaurant space into a show cooking kitchen that will be used for presenting new techniques to chefs, for cooking schools, team building activities etc.The design and the atmosphere are based on the recognizable Hotel Lone design with a somewhat modified material repertoire. Smoked oak wood and American walnut discreetly supplement the dominant terazzo floor and lattice ceiling, pointing out that the function of the space, and its character, has changed.The kitchen leaves an impression of a modern and cosy “home” kitchen, despite its pro... More

After more than 130 years of existence, Croatia Insurance decided to rebrand with the help of Brandoctor and Bruketa&Žinić OM. As a part of this process, a new office concept was created by Brigada. This concept was built around the idea that the branch should feel like a ‘home’, emphasizing security and respect. It serves as a place for strengthening the bond with the local community, instead of merely a place for doing business. This approach for an insurance branch is unique to Croatia, and possibly the world. The idea came after thorough analysis, which included conversations and workshops with employees, managers and board members, and also the local communities. New branch is now divided into two spatial zones. The Quick Zone i... More

Hotel Lone, the first design hotel in Croatia, is situated in the Monte Mulini forest park, Rovinj's most attractive tourist zone, located in the immediate vicinity of the legendary Eden Hotel and the new Monte Mulini hotel. The surrounding grounds and parkland is a unique and protected region of the Monte Mulini forest on the Lone Bay. The term design hotel is meant to illustrate this as a space that nurtures the concept of an interesting and functional design. Created by a team of renowned Croatian creatives comprised of a new generation of architects, conceptual artists, product, fashion and graphic designers. The Architects from studio 3LHD were responsible for the design and construction of the hotel building. In addition to the... More

Villa Orebic is situated in the hill over the City of Orebic, Croatia. Structured concrete, glass, metal and onyx stone were used as main materials. Gym, pool technology, storage and entry terrace are situated in the first floor. Main living area, storages, toilet, swimming pool, outdoor shower, outdoor kitchen and petanque game area are situated in the upper floor with the view of the see and city of Orebic. The building was completed in 2014. More

Kempinski Residences in Croatia are the most exclusive houses in the world. Choosing architect Ante Vrban for this project is a great confirmation of his work and style of design that makes it unique. All elements of the interior and exterior are exclusive. Its exterior space is equipped with the furniture collections such as Rest, Alma by A-cero, Vertex by Karim Rashid, Llum pot by Studio VONDOM, Fiesta by Archirivolto Design and Moma by Javier Mariscal. All these collections are from the Spanish company VONDOM, transmitting a magnificent and sophisticated Mediterranean life style where desire to live and to feel. The entire interior was built and equipped by the Onix Group Ltd. This architectural dream was completed in February 2012... More