Pyramid of Tirana

The agenda may be subject to minor changes until the day of the event.

09.00 - 09.30 REGISTRATION & NETWORKING

09.30 - 09.45 OFFICIAL OPENING SESSION SHARE ALBANIA 2025

FLORIN MINDIRIGIU, Founder SHARE Architects

ARMAND VOKSHI, Dean Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism, Polytechnic University of Tirana

FRIDA PASHAKO, Deputy Mayor of Tirana Municipality

ALESSANDRO RUGERA, Director Italian Cultural Institute

09.45 - 10.30 DEBATE "Urban regeneration as an intervention for the better places of living"

Guests

ANISA MANCE, General director of urban planning and development control at the municipality of Tirana

MATILDA PANDO, President Albanian Architects’ Association
BLEDION BARALIU,  President, Architects’ Association in Kosovo

ANI TOLA, SHARE Society Ambassador in Albania , Vice-Dean Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism, Polytechnic University of Tirana

GUUST JO SELHORST, Founder Jeshile landscape design, Albania

10.20 - 11.45 SESSION 1 "Sustainability in Architecture"

Moderator

PhD Jonila Prifti, Head of Urban Design Department, Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism, Polytechnic University of Tirana

Title: "IN-BETWEEN LOCAL ECOLOGY AND GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY"

Speaker

SERGIU PETREA

Founder TECTO Arhitectura, Romania

Main Idea: The projects presented – a school campus and an office buildings with wooden – will illustrate the commitment that Tecto Architecture has towards a sustainable approach in all phases of design. The emphasis will be on the configuration of facades as an interface for processes, a facilitator between different environments and functions, and a bearer of community values. Central to this vision is sustainability, which calls for solutions that seamlessly integrate our built environment with the planet's ecosystems. This involves adopting regenerative approaches inspired by natural cycles to replenish resources and protect biodiversity. Sustainability is the foundation of creating buildings that not only serve our needs today but also ensure a thriving planet for future generations,

Technologies & Architectural Solutions by

EVEREST

Title: "“Authenticity, Context, and Urban Impact”

Speaker

VALON BLLACA

Founder V Arkitekturë Studio, Kosovo

Main Idea:  The presented projects embody our studio’s philosophy—demonstrating that contemporary and timeless architecture can be achieved using local methods, materials, and craftsmanship. These works highlight how, by leveraging available resources and human expertise, we can create architecture that is both innovative and deeply rooted in its context. The audience will gain insight into how architectural design can thrive without competing with global trends but rather by embracing local identity and authenticity. The lecture will showcase how strong architectural concepts can emerge from an understanding of place, materiality, and the skilled hands that bring them to life.The focus will be on the journey from concept to realization, emphasizing the role of materials, construction techniques, and the collaborations with skilled craftsmen and artists. These elements are not just supporting factors but integral to the architectural vision, shaping spaces that are meaningful, functional, and deeply connected to their cultural and physical surroundings.

Title: "Exclusive Presentation of Progeen’s Latest Projects: 2 Skyscrapers, 44 & 41 Stories, on Tirana’s New Boulevard"

Speaker

ARIS KERO

Head of Design Department PROGEEN

Title: "Rewriting Cultural Spaces"

Speaker

ETAN KIMMEL

Founder Kimmel-Eshkolot Architects, Israel

Main Idea: As our world shifts towards a lifestyle of reduced work hours and increased cultural consumption, the role of museums and public spaces is being redefined. No longer places for passive observation, these spaces now serve as dynamic hubs for engagement, reflection and community. This lecture will explore how contemporary architecture responds to this transformation, focusing on museums, cultural institutions, sports facilities, wellness centers and spiritual spaces. A selection of projects from our studio, including the Mount Herzl Memorial, Steinhardt Museum of Natural History, Albania Jewish Museum, MUZA - The Israel Museum and our recently completed Malka Restaurant in West Palm Beach, will examine how architecture shapes experiences, fosters connections and enriches the way we interact with culture today.

11.45 - 12.15 COFFEE BREAK

12.15 - 14.25 SESSION 2 "Good Living and Working Environments"

Moderator

PhD Juljan Veleshnja, Lecturer Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism, Polytechnic University of Tirana

12.15 - 12.25 SHARE Architects Society Ambassadors Opening Presentations

Guests

MARTA ILIEVSKA, SHARE Architects Society Ambassador in North Macedonia

BLEDION BARALIU,  SHARE Architects Society Ambassador in Kosovo

CONSTANTINOS CONSTANTI, President Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber (ETEK), Cyprus

Speaker

MARTIN PANOVSKI

Founder RADiUS architects, North Macedonia

Title: MUTE+® Sound Absorbers 

"Our mission: to bring peace and harmony to any environment"

Speaker

KLODIANA MUSTA
BSM Manager Lindner Albania

Title: "Designing Destinations: Exclusive Hotels and Modern Living Spaces by ANdaras"

Speaker

ARBER HAXHI

Founder ANDARAS studio, Albania

Main Idea: Based on the three projects—Yacht Premium Hotel in Saranda, Hotel Cape of Rodon, and the contemporary concrete villa in Qerret, Durrës—the following key architectural themes emerge:  1. Integration with Natural Surroundings; 2. Contemporary Minimalist Design; 3. Functional Luxury and Comfort. ANdaras Studio will highlight several key aspects of their architectural approach, as demonstrated in three notable projects:  1.Yacht Premium Hotel, Saranda:  • Innovative Design: The hotel’s minimalist architecture features a white façade with gently curved balconies, evoking the image of cruise ship decks.  • Material Usage: The design emphasizes dominant horizontal lines, with floor slabs that recede as they ascend, creating a diminishing height effect.  • Techniques: Interiors are furnished in neutral beige and gray tones, providing a spacious and relaxing atmosphere.

2. Hotel Cape of Rodon:  • Innovative Design: The hotel’s design harmoniously integrates with the surrounding forest, featuring staggered floors that follow the site’s natural slope, forming expansive terraces, Mediterranean gardens, pools, and sundecks.  • Material Usage: The contemporary architecture and interior design blend seamlessly with the natural environment, showcasing local materials and textures.  • Techniques: The lobby houses a bar with a terrace and an à la carte restaurant, connected to the main dining area by a central staircase.  

3. Contemporary Concrete Villa, Qerret, Durrës:  • Innovative Design: The villa’s sophisticated minimalist design emphasizes the use of exposed concrete, creating a modern aesthetic.  • Material Usage: Exposed concrete is used for both partitions and slabs, ensuring the villa harmoniously blends into the horizon.  • Techniques: The two-story structure includes a ground floor with ample parking, technical areas, a gym, and a wine cellar. The L-shaped upper floor houses a spacious living area, kitchen, dining space, and three large bedrooms, each with dedicated wardrobes and bathrooms. Expansive panoramic windows blend the interior with the surrounding nature. These projects exemplify ANdaras Studio’s commitment to innovative design, thoughtful material selection, and techniques that harmonize architecture with natural landscapes.

Title: "B2B Presentation - Prestige Home Center"

Speaker

ARBANA KRYEZIU
Furniture Shopping Center Manager Prestige Home Center B2B

Speaker

CONSTANTINOS CONSTANTI

Founder Constanti Architects, Cyprus

Title: "Navigating design choices in hi-rise developments"

Speaker

GIUSEPPE FARRIS

Founder Studio Farris Architects, Belgium

Main Idea: By examining few key projects across Belgium and Albania, Giuseppe will highlight how thoughtful design choices can respond to their unique contexts, enhancing both functionality and aesthetic appeal

Title: "Davide Macullo Architects - Human Ecology"

Speaker

DAVIDE MACULLO

Founder Davide Macullo Architects, Switzerland

Main Idea: The presentation will cover the themes of the philosophy of the studio, which includes, among other things, the idea of human ecology. By exploring some of the selected projects, it will then present our current work in Albania, not only in terms of projects but also in spirit. Finally, the Rossa Project will be discussed as a laboratory of human ecology.

14.25 - 15.10 COFFEE BREAK

15.10 - 16.50  SESSION 3 "Buildings Architecture – Facades"

Moderator

PhD Jonila Prifti, Head of Urban Design Department, Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism, Polytechnic University of Tirana

Special Presentation

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Title: "XL"

Speaker

JOSE MAYORAL

Co-Founder PRÁCTICA – Estudio de arquitectura, Spain

Main Idea: The XL projects presented reverberate throughout the city, with an impact extending beyond the physical boundaries of their sites. The presentation will showcase a selection of large projects that actively engage with public space.

Title: "Urban devices for better working and meeting"

Speaker

FRANCESCO MAGNANI

Founder MAP Studio, Italy

Main Idea: Annex building: an example of urban regeneration within an industrial compound with upgrading of the quality of work spaces; MPavilion: an experiment in yearly social redevelopment within a city park with a temporary pavilion as a meeting and activity venue

Title: "An architectural project is more than just a façade project."

Case Studies: Marievik mixed-use project in Stockholm - Sweden and "The Phive", a culturall center and library in Parramatta - Australia

Speaker

MANUELLE GAUTRAND

Founder Manuelle Gautrand Architecture, France