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The integrative power of space: new urban oasis as a node of multiple mutual interaction
No full textThe ambiguity of contemporary cities has defi ned our urban reality, providing multiple opportunities,
but also imposing an increasing number of threats, fears and limitations. Their impact is especially
noticeable in the case of vulnerable and marginalised groups, exposed to a higher level of uncertainty
and seclusion, frequently deprived of suffi cient fi nancial, social and technological support.
Highlighting the specifi c relationship between local community, marginalised group(s) and profes-
sionals, as well as the link between the international and the local level of action, the paper presents
the case of a recently established urban oasis in Belgrade, created within a larger project launched by
the EUNIC Serbia (European Union National Institutes for Culture) and the Goethe-Institut (2024). To-
gether with the Belgrade International Week of Architecture (BINA), the Center for Youth Integration,
the Italian Institute of Culture and the Embassy of Portugal, a group of the second-year undergradu-
ate students of the University of Belgrade - Faculty of Architecture focused on the site of the Shelter
for Street Children (Krfska str.), activating and upgrading a small open space. The resulting urban
oasis has become a specifi c node of social inclusion, safety, inter-neighbourhood interaction, serving
the specifi c needs of all identifi ed users, while increasing both the environmental awareness and
the quality of space. The process had a defi ned structure of activities which included participatory
workshops, lectures, public exhibitions, presentations and the implementation of fi nal design, empha-
sising its importance as a common good, which will belong to the entire local community. Shaped
to stimulate exploration, play and learning through the elements of art, ecology and recycling, the
urban oasis has already become a popular place. The elements of both low and high technology were
applied, contributing to the digital literacy of children (the users of the Shelter) and the general public,
while enabling them to personalise, share and promote the experiences generated by the project.Editors: Aleksandra Djukic, Milena Vukmirović, Eva Vaništa Lazarević, Aleksandra Krstić-Furundžić, Nikola Mitrovi
Participatory Urban Design – The Example of International Project Clicche
No full textThroughout the cycle of CliCCHE project (January 2022 – January 2024), University of Belgrade – Faculty of Architecture was applying its principles and results in regular classes and research and thus widely promoted the mission, vision and values of the CliCCHE project within its own academic community. In addition, during that entire period, most of the practical research and educational activities were realized in the city of Valjevo, the local academic partner of the project, in permanent cooperation with the most relevant institutions from the public, private and civil sectors. One of the main aims was achieved - development and testing of new experiences in teaching and studying at technical faculties of European universities in order to improve knowledge about strategies for adapting to climate change and for mitigating the impact on human health within urban regeneration projects. Therefore, it was a very significant experience for the students as well as for the teaching staff beside all challenges that were emerging during the process. The aim of the research is to explore the topic of urban health through the results of an international project and to present a possible methodology for implementing specific teaching techniques in accordance with the knowledge gained during two years of work on a scientific project. Accordingly, the scientific contribution of the paper refers to additional steps in the process of disseminating the results achieved in a scientific project
Preservation and protection of archaeological sites, medieval structures and their remains
No full textIn contemporary architectural and conservation practice, the focus is on sustainable preservation
of cultural heritage and the functional integration of historical buildings. It is essential to secure and
protect sites containing archaeological remains and the ruins of medieval buildings from further deterioration.
This type of protection aims to preserve these sites from disintegration caused by earthquakes,
fi res, weather conditions, or general wear and tear.
Interventions can include constructing temporary or permanent canopies or other forms of structures
to protect the site from the direct effects of atmospheric conditions (rain, snow), solar radiation, and
pollution. Such measures not only mitigate ongoing decay but also create conditions conducive to
conservation work, allowing rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts to progress without obstruction.
The objective of this study is to develop a comprehensive methodology for designing and building
temporary protective structures. By observing and analysing existing approaches and evaluating their
results, the study establishes guidelines for planning, design, and implementation of future protective
structures, as well as recommendations tailored to different site contexts. These guidelines prioritize
the integration of all relevant site management factors.
Moreover, permanent protective structures at archaeological or medieval sites can enable new uses,
such as exhibition spaces. Incorporating these historical remains into modern museum environments,
the preserved ruins can be reimagined as vibrant cultural assets that blend historical authenticity
with contemporary design
Preserving the Authentic Appearance of Heritage Buildings Through Sustainable Restoration and Adaptive Reuse
No full textAsystematicandwell-structuredapproachtopreservingheritagebuild- ings is essential for their restoration. This paper explores the integration of historic building restoration with sustainability, aiming to establish an effective methodology that addresses the restoration of historic buildings and their sustainable renovation, particularly regarding energy efficiency. The primary method employed in this study involves observing and analysing the restoration and utilisation of a historic building, with a specific emphasis on improving energy efficiency and conservation. The research concentrates on the Žica Monastery’s Dining Room, exploring the outcomes of the restoration process to ensure energy refurbishment and the enhancement of cultural heritage. The paper concludes with recommendations for the restoration and adaptive reuse of historic buildings, aligning with contemporary standards for comfort and environmental conservation while maintaining the authentic appearance of the structure
“De-greening” socialist housing estates with new construction: A quantitative analysis of urban densification in New Belgrade, Serbia
No full textIn recent years, there has been a rapid increase in new construction across Serbia, particularly
in Belgrade. One of the key consequences of this trend is the significant reduction of green areas
within the city. This „de-greening“ is most visible in municipalities such as New Belgrade, where
this transformation was driven by the redistribution of land for new development projects and
densification due to maximising permitted coverage per urban block. While in this manner New
Belgrade grew into a representative and powerful urban centre in the last decades, the intense
urbanisation is starting to visibly affect the overall state of New Belgrade blocks, disrupting the
prior urban tissue and iconic socialist structures. The main goal of this research is to examine
the rate and extent of the reduction in green areas in Belgrade through a comparative analysis
of historical and current satellite images. To analyse changes in greenery over the past few
years, key reference points will be established, providing a basis for comparing the relationship
between built and unbuilt structures. By mapping these changes, the research aims to quantify
the loss of greenery and provide a commentary for future studies on its social and ecological
consequences. The expected results of this research should provide insights into how new
urbanisation reshapes the fabric of the socialist city. In doing so, it addresses whether
contemporary free-market interventions overlook public green spaces, how the values of
socialist architecture can be integrated into urban densification processes, while taking into
concern how green areas should remain a strategic feature for improving the quality of urban
space, everyday life, and public health
Mosaic Sampling: Generative Scheme for Spatial Structures Design
No full textBecause of their construction efficiency, regular tessellations are standardly applied in the design of discrete spatial structures. However, digital fabrication enables the application of intricate patterns that may be structurally even more rational, such as patterns based on isostatic (principal stress) lines or the application of patterns inspired by nature. This study explores the potential use of ornamental patterns in the design of spatial structures’ mesh geometry. A generative design tactic based on structural form-finding is suggested, wherein structural mesh geometry is created using mosaic samples. While computational form-finding is typically used in spatial structures design, the suggested design tactic is unique because it uses the sampling concept to define a generative system. In this context, sampling is an act of taking a fragment, or a sample, of one design and its implementation in different design solutions. Specifically, a series of mosaic designs were used to derive initial mesh geometry applied to the form-finding of spatial structures. Since form-finding directly links configuration with force in a closed loop, structurally rational designs are produced from the initial mesh patterns derived from mosaics. The effectiveness of the suggested approach was tested through design explorations. Further, the approach may also be extended to other patterns that are not conventionally used in the design of spatial structures
Revisiting the Contested Case of Belgrade Waterfront Transformation: From Unethical Urban Governance to Landscape Degradation
No full textThis paper examines two large urban projects within a defined theoretical and methodological framework. Firstly, we analyse how the city administration in Belgrade, in post-socialist Serbia, managed the initial steps of the transformation of a part of the old town into the new large-scale development, the Belgrade Waterfront (BW), on the right bank of the Sava River. The contested outcome of the land transformation process contributes to a recognition of the unethical decision-making and performance of the responsible city authorities. Secondly, the postwar planning and construction of New Belgrade, in particular its Central Zone, is critically examined from the aspect of radical urban landscape transformation and its impact on society. Through a critical examination of the spatial development of the socialist period, we aim to identify emancipatory architectural and urban practises that could be an alternative to contemporary spatial production and that might provide a notion of key strategies for (re)establishing corresponding forms of socio-spatial justice. The two aforementioned research subjects are examined using different research questions, methodological tools, and different theoretical frameworks, which overlap, merge, and combine in the part of the study where the obtained results are discussed
Очекивано време
No full textОЧЕКИВАНО ВРЕМЕ се односи на методолошки приступ типологијама, третирајући их као извориште академског знања коме припадају и предикције архитектонских ситуација њихове заснованости. Очекује се од архитектонског објекта да докаже, континуитетом живота, отпор у формалном, концептуалном и материјалном смислу, а по потреби укључујући и негацију реалности, која би исходовала рефлексијама, метафорама или алтерацијама програма
From online platforms to on-ground actions: synergies of digital and analog civic engagement in non-inclusive New Belgrade’s urban transformations [abstract]
No full textThis research examines the institutional and spatial changes in New Belgrade's blocks and waterfront
development, focusing on the roles of civil society and local communities in these processes. It highlights
non-transparent redevelopment plans and persistent community opposition. By combining document
analysis, internet content analysis, and qualitative methods, the study underscores the importance
of social media and online platforms in fostering social cohesion, interaction, and engagement.
The Sava Quay is one of 25 urban units that, due to its architectural, urban, and technical-technological
signifi cance, holds great importance in the history of modern architecture in Serbia. However, it
is not formally protected by the state and has suffered signifi cant degradation due to neglect and
illegal development. The new redevelopment plans, promising economic growth and progress, are
being developed through opaque and non-inclusive processes. As a result, these plans have faced
sustained resistance from local communities. These communities have organized numerous participatory
actions to protect their spaces and advocate for more transparent and inclusive institutional
and spatial redesign processes.
The primary aim of this research is to gain a deeper understanding of these participatory processes,
addressing questions about how, where, and under what conditions collective practices and actions
occur. It also examines the roles of social media and online platforms in fostering social cohesion
and encouraging community participation.
In addition to document analysis and data obtained through interviews and focus group discussions,
the research relies on online content from the social network profi les of citizen groups that initiated,
organized, and implemented signifi cant participatory activities. Their websites and social media
profi les have been, and remain, vital tools for community information dissemination and participant
mobilization, serving as key sources of documentary material.This study sheds light on the complex power dynamics within specifi c socio-spatial transformations,
emphasizing the need for transparent, inclusive, just and accountable planning and governance
practice
Introducing user-driven design and agile development skills in the case of sustainable service housing for the elderly [47th Salon of Architecture, 2025]
No full textThe presented methodological study is grounded within the scope of Erasmus+ Project sUser (Introducing user-driven design and agile development skills in the case of sustainable service housing for the elderly) which aims to develop and test design methodologies from the following aspects: 1) sustainable user-centered design, 2) eco-design, 3) systems thinking and 4) agile development skills and competencies. This approach is crucial for solving complex societal challenges, such as climate change, the depletion of energy and raw materials, and the aging of the population. Establishing an integrated approach that combines user-centered design and systems thinking, agile development, and an emphasis on sustainable innovation aims to educate young professionals to be agents of change for a sustainable future (more at suserproject.org)