19 Iride Offices
Location: 9-9A Dimitrie Pompei Bvd., Obiectiv 19, Bucharest, Romania Total Surface Area: 22657 sqm Project Status: Completed Date: 2019-2020 General designer and design for architecture, structure, design coordination, installations, permitting Client: IRIDE S.A.Optim Interior Design Photo: Mihai Covrig The project was aimed at renewal of an existing office building, Iride 19, completed in 2005, and bring it to conformity on existing operation and fire safety standards. A full modification of internal space designations was proposed and it covered all levels of the office building. The construction spans five leves, respectively: underground, ground floor and three levels, and undergoing modernization is BREEAM certified. Facade areas affected by remodelling have been rebuilt, exterior Reynobond type platings were replaced with courtain walls on the ground floor area. The glazed area was executed with courtain walls (anodized oxidation painted aluminum profiles), insulated windows (outside secured – taking into account the solar factor, dual-pane on the inside), complete system (pressure cap, decorative cap, drippers). The entrance was redesigned and the main building access consists of a revolving door and two side doors opening towards outside. The internal spacing, ceilings, floors and traffic areas have been rebuilt and upgraded to present fire proofing standards. Outside pedestrian areas included in the refurbishment and expansion of the main building were rebuilt using interlocking tiles bordered by precast concrete prebuilt curb-stones. Landscaping was carried out on the building’s perimeter and interior light courts on the ground floor, using grass, cold-resistant decorative shrubs and trees. The automatic fire extinguishing installation using sprinklers was entirely rebuilt along with the fire detection and alarm system. Smoke screens and open drencher curtains were placed on the interior courts’ facades to protect the enclosed areas. The project received 2022 BigSEE Slovenia Award. Latest Projects Our Projects Set the Standard 19 Iride Offices view project 18 Iride Offices view project Mogosoaia G+1E+A Home view project Florida Home view project Mogosoaia G+1 Home view project Estera Residence Duplex Home view project Estera Residence Individual Home view project 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 07 Contact Us Contact Stay connected with the best. Follow us for outstanding design news, industry insights, and opportunities you won’t find anywhere else. Your message matters. Always. Contact us, everytime — OOPY Arhitectura delivers excellence from the first conversation. CLICK HERE
18 Iride Offices
Location: D. Pompei Bvd., Iride Business Park, Bucharest, Romania, Romania Total Surface Area: 17500 sqm Project Status: Completed Date: 2019-2020 General designer and design for architecture, structure, design coordination, installations, permitting Client: IRIDE S.A.Ground floor concept: Arch. Christian Hoppe (www.hoppe.at/home.html)Photo: Mihai Covrig The project was aimed at renewal for an existing office building, Iride 18, completed in 2005, and bring it to conformity on existing operation and fire safety standards. A full modification of internal space designations was proposed and it covered all levels of the office building. Two outside access pathways to the first floor of the buidling were dismantled. Due to these modifications it was necessary to rebuild the affected facade areas. A new metal frame stairway was built in the lobby that has an intermediate platform which links the ground floor with the first floor. The internal compartment walls on the ground floors between the traffic areas of the main facade have been reconfigured through a lobby area resizing and also a cafe and meeting room with a view towards the interior light courtyards were created. The project received 2022 BigSEE Slovenia Award. Latest Projects Our Projects Set the Standard 19 Iride Offices view project 18 Iride Offices view project Mogosoaia G+1E+A Home view project Florida Home view project BCR Offices view project Mogosoaia G+1 Home view project Estera Residence Duplex Home view project 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 07 Contact Us Contact Stay connected with the best. Follow us for outstanding design news, industry insights, and opportunities you won’t find anywhere else. Your message matters. Always. Contact us, everytime — OOPY Arhitectura delivers excellence from the first conversation. CLICK HERE
Titu Maiorescu University Canteen
Location: Bucharest, Romania Total Surface Area: 1308 sqm Project Status: Completed Date: 2019-2020 Moka Studio Design and OOPY Arhitectura Authors: Arch. Natasa Andrei, Arch Alexandru-Andrei Ivanciu, Arch. Raluca Popp, Arch. Iustin Popescu, Arch. Carmen Ivan, Arch. Octavia Floria Popeea, Arch. Oana Cretu, Arch. Florin Aursei, Collaborators: Arch.Tekla Kálmán, Arch. Alexandru Aprodu, Arch. Razvan Mosneag Structure: Eng. Mihail Gh. Popescu, Installations: Eng. Carmen Constantin, Eng. Aurelian Nita, Eng. George Cristescu, Eng. Ionel Oprea, Eng. Florentina Radu; Eng. B. Anania Photos: Mihai Covrig; Builder: TTL Construct The headquarters of the “Titu Maiorescu” University of Calea Văcărești, sector 4, Bucharest is an ensemble of buildings where one of the most famous, popular and dynamic private prestigious universities in Romania operates. Titu Maiorescu canteen is a space on the ground floor of a new building intended for a dormitory and was designed to be more than a home, namely a social space, a core that not only serves the daily needs of university students but mainly brings people together. Designed to encourage the young generation’s expression, its artistic manifestations and the communication between students, the canteen space is equipped with: a stage, a bar area, integrated sound system, scenic lighting and a preparation area and all related services. Generously sized, it is located on the ground floor of a student dormitory on the same-named campus, designed by OOPY Arhitectura. The total surface area of 400 sqm, is divided into four bays, one of which is intended for preparation activities, the other for bathrooms and offices, while the rest of the space is furnished as flexibly as possible to be suitable for various student activities while still maintaining a focus point: the bar and the opposite scene, respectively. The identity of Titu Maiorescu University is found chromatically in the choices made at the level of finishes, as well as furniture. Created in industrial style with Scandinavian accents, the interior space design borrowed from both sources of inspiration the practical, orderly part, the honest character specific to them. The lighting is differentiated according to the activities’ zoning: stage, technical spaces, serving space and bar area. The idea of introducing vegetation on the inside as well as preserving large white surfaces was borrowed from the Scandinavian style specificity. Titu Maiorescu University Canteen project intends to be a living nucleus that pulsates, generating connections on the entire campus level. The project received First Place at 2021 (UIA) Baku International Architecture Awards, Azerbaijan, 2021 BigSEE Award, Slovenia. Latest Projects Our Projects Set the Standard Contact Us Contact Stay connected with the best. Follow us for outstanding design news, industry insights, and opportunities you won’t find anywhere else. Your message matters. Always. Contact us, everytime — OOPY Arhitectura delivers excellence from the first conversation. CLICK HERE
Alexandru Ioan Cuza University Dormitory
Location: Iași, Romania Total Surface Area: 8600 sqm Project Status: Underway Date: 2025 Latest Projects Our Projects Set the Standard Alexandru Ioan Cuza University Dormitory view project Moara Vlasiei Ilfov AUP view project Mihailesti Giurgiu AUP view project Harlau Iasi AUP view project Gyaros 2025 view project The Land of the River Pearl view project Cluj County Council view project 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 07 Contact Us Contact Stay connected with the best. Follow us for outstanding design news, industry insights, and opportunities you won’t find anywhere else. Your message matters. Always. Contact us, everytime — OOPY Arhitectura delivers excellence from the first conversation. CLICK HERE
Gyaros 2025
Location: Gyaros, Greece Total Surface Area: sqm Project Status: Proposal Date: 2025 The plantation and soil rehabilitation strategy for Gyaros focuses on restoring the island’s fragile ecosystems while ensuring food self-sufficiency for the resident staff. Native vegetation will stabilize soils and prevent erosion on arid slopes and coastal areas, supplemented by edible and productive crops adapted to drought and the Cycladic microclimate. Terracing and natural swales will enhance rainwater infiltration and reduce runoff, creating microhabitats and improving soil fertility. Degraded soils will be regenerated through on-site composting of organic waste, biochar, and other natural amendments, supporting both biodiversity and food production. A greenhouse will enable the cultivation of edible plants, native species, experimental crops, and algae, providing food for the team while facilitating agricultural and climate research. It will also serve as a seed bank and demonstration hub for sustainable cultivation techniques, using efficient water recirculation systems. Surrounding plots will incorporate mixed crops and permaculture principles to form a productive and functional ecosystem that supplies food, strengthens biodiversity, and generates data on the effects of climate on plant growth. Algae farms in shallow coastal areas will contribute to staff nutrition and research on marine biomass and ecosystem adaptation to climate change. Designated aquaculture zones will support low-impact species cultivation, providing additional food resources. Integrating the greenhouse, algae farms, aquaculture zones, native planting, and soil rehabilitation will create a sustainable system where climate research and food production mutually reinforce each other, maintaining team self-sufficiency and generating insights for conservation and ecological adaptation strategies. The coastal and maritime strategy for Gyaros prioritizes marine conservation, research, and sustainable blue economy activities. Coastal areas will be carefully zoned to protect sensitive habitats such as Posidonia meadows and monk seal breeding sites, while designating spaces for controlled human activity and scientific research. Low-impact maritime infrastructure, including floating piers and research platforms, will provide access without disturbing wildlife. A specific area will host a Marine Plant Mesocosm System, a controlled in-water research zone to study the growth, ecology, and environmental responses of native marine plants under varying conditions. This system will provide crucial data on climate effects, nutrient flows, and water quality, serving as a testbed for restoration strategies applicable throughout the Aegean. Additional blue economy activities will include small-scale aquaculture, seaweed cultivation, and experimental marine farming integrated with mesocosm research. These interventions will supply sustainable food for the resident staff and generate data on species productivity and ecological impacts. Strict environmental monitoring will ensure minimal disruption and preserve protected marine habitats. This approach integrates conservation, research, and controlled economic use, creating a resilient, multifunctional marine system that supports both human activity and ecological preservation, offering a model for sustainable marine management in the Cyclades. The Gyaros Hub operates as a self-sustaining ecosystem, economically and environmentally, while fulfilling its mission to preserve historical memory, promote biodiversity, and advance innovative research methodologies. By linking ecological performance directly to financial sustainability, the model positions the Hub as a replicable template for other protected islands and sensitive environments. Revenue streams will include grants and partnerships with research institutions, universities, and environmental organizations interested in biodiversity, marine ecology, and climate research. The Hub can also offer specialized programs, workshops, and field courses for students, scientists, and professionals, generating additional income while enhancing knowledge exchange and outreach. Sustainable food and marine products, cultivated on-site, can partially offset operational costs and serve as demonstration models for circular economy practices. The financial model anticipates investment in resilient infrastructure, including the greenhouse, algae farms, aquaculture zones, and research facilities, with a clear projection of capital recovery through operational savings and external funding. Risk mitigation strategies include diversified funding sources, phased infrastructure deployment, and integration of modular systems that allow incremental scaling according to available resources and research demands. Latest Projects Our Projects Set the Standard Gyaros 2025 view project The Land of the River Pearl view project Cluj County Council view project Griviței Offices view project Daegu Korea view project Câmpina view project Osaka view project 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 07 Contact Us Contact Stay connected with the best. Follow us for outstanding design news, industry insights, and opportunities you won’t find anywhere else. Your message matters. Always. Contact us, everytime — OOPY Arhitectura delivers excellence from the first conversation. CLICK HERE
The Land of the River Pearl
Location: Sâncrăieni, Harghita, Romania Total Surface Area: 3275 sqm Project Status: Proposal Date: 2025 OOPY Arhitectura Authors: OOPY Architecture, Architecture Design Team: Arch. Iustin Popescu, Arch., Octavia Floria Popeea, Arch. Oana Cretu, Arch. Andrei Radu, Arch. Bogdan Niculae, Urb. Andrei Nicolae, Eng. Catalina Maier, Eng. M. Gh. Popescu, Logistics, Authorization: Eng. Iany Tugearu, Anda Constantin, Iulian Păcurar, Marius Veltulea, 3D: Arch. Cristian Moga, Arch. Andrei Radu Once upon a time, in the Carpathian arc, there were villages and hamlets that flourished among green hills and shady forests. People searched for enchanted pearls in the clear mountain springs and, over the seasons, these pearls gathered in a valley, shining like a garden of light along the Olt River.From this story, our design for the new headquarters of a bottled mineral water production company in Transylvania, Romania, was born. The project is rooted in the traditional village setting of the site, weaving together the memory of the built heritage, the gentle rhythm of the landscape, the vitality of the village center and the persistent presence of the historic fortifications. Tradition and contemporary architecture are put in dialogue, not in opposition – the old enriching the new, and the new giving voice to the old. The result is a rural yet modern public space, a meeting place where human connection is encouraged and cultivated. The ensemble addresses all generations and all rhythms of life. Along the river, a smooth promenade provides a place for walks, gathering and reflection. On the first floor, bright and flexible offices open to the landscape, providing a work environment that inspires creativity. Above, a generous kindergarten becomes a joyful heart of the project, a place of play and learning that enhances community life and supports both staff and families. The organization of functions flows from public to private in a natural sequence. Entry is through a welcoming courtyard on the lower level, open to all, where a café creates opportunities for daily interaction. The conference room, placed at the threshold between public and private, is adaptable to various events, connecting professional and community life. On the upper levels, recreational facilities and childcare spaces bring comfort and balance, reaffirming the ensemble as a place not only to work, but also to live well. Sustainability is at the heart of the proposal. The offices are strategically placed underground for energy efficiency and acoustic comfort, protected by multi-layered green spaces whose soils retain water and nourish resilient vegetation. Large expanses of glass ensure balanced natural light, while the roof shapes provide efficient drainage, high insulation and an optimal degree of shade. Together, these measures create a complex that is ecologically conscious, energy efficient and deeply connected to the rhythms of nature. The materials – stone, water, glass and wood – weave the building into its setting, reflecting the rocky soil, flowing springs and nearby forests.The project also solves functional challenges: the circulation of heavy traffic is streamlined, safety is ensured, and the existing administrative building is connected to the new ensemble by a light and welcoming walkway. Green spaces permeate and tame the volume, creating openness and an invigorating environment where work, learning and leisure coexist. The building materials were chosen to harmonize with the natural setting and strengthen the dialogue between architecture and landscape. The lower levels, anchored in stone floors and mirrored waters, resonate with the rocky ground and nearby springs. Above, the wood textures and delicate volumes integrate seamlessly with the green surroundings, reflecting the forests on the horizon and the nearby houses. Glass surfaces dissolve the boundary between interior and exterior, allowing light and reflection to animate the spaces throughout the day. The project also solves functional challenges: the circulation of heavy traffic is streamlined, safety is ensured, and the existing administrative building is connected to the new ensemble by a light and welcoming walkway. Green spaces permeate and soften the volume, creating openness and a refreshing environment in which work, learning and leisure coexist. Thus, the ensemble becomes more than just a headquarters: it is a living architecture, a constellation of pearls along the Olt River, where work, leisure and community come together like the waters that inspired its creation. 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Cluj County Council
Location: Cluj-Napoca, Cluj, Romania Total Surface Area: 5250 sqm Project Status: Proposal Date: 2019 OOPY Arhitectura and Mika Architecture Authors: Arch. Octavia-Floria Popeea, Arch. Iustin Popescu, Arch. Monica Iacovenco, Arch. Bogdan Niculae, Urb. Andrei Nicolae, OOPY Arhitectura co-authors: Arch. Oana Cretu, Arch. Vlad Barladeanu, Arch. Florin Aursei, Arch. Ina Buznicea, Aprentice Arch. Iulia Stan, Aprentice Arch. Andrei Vasilief, Mika Architecture co-authors: Aprentice Arch. Luybenova Silviya, Aprentice Arch. Ana Mirena – Dora, Aprentice Arch. Tuca Petre – Octavian STRUCTURE: Eng. Teodor Cojanu, Eng. Catalina Maier, Eng. Mihail Gh. Popescu, Eng. Ameen Mazouni, URBANISM: Urb. Octavia-Floria Popeea, Urb. Iustin Popescu, Urb. Andrei Nicolae, HVAC: COSMO TECHNICAL SRL – Eng. Cosmin Ciobanu, Eng. Andrei Tulbureanu, Eng. Aurel Borcan, PLATFORMS AND ROADS: URBAN TRAFIC SRL – Eng. Catalin Raceanu, ENERGY AUDITOR: Eng. George Cristescu The proposal integrates in the cultural-administrative ensemble that brings in the urban foreground a green ecosystem, the extension of the green cliff of the upper terrace of Somes river – and a link between Calea Dorobantilor and Episcop Nicolae Ivan street, that continues and completes the front of Marasti Square nearby Calea Dorobantilor. The green passageway is designed both for pedestrians and cyclists. The proposed parkings are accessed through Calea Dorobantilor. The hill’s landscape line is used as a generator for the new office building branch of 2000 sqm, located in the vicinity of the County Council building. Created with a smooth curve, presenting a facade, curtain walls, the 4 floors building appears as a starting point in the urban scenery, showcasing its contemporary perspective. The urban link is created through existing and proposed buildings. Between streets, neighborhoods, modern spaces were created, bright, open to the public, transparent and enriched by nature. In the proposal the existing organization structure of the County Council was maintained, considering the present relationship between compartments and services as well as future developments of organization. Thus, a contemporary architecture example for public administration is established, defined by transparency, energy efficiency, cost control, ecology, nature, mobility, diversity, connectivity, autonomy, aesthetics, familiarity with the city and neighborhoods. The proposal aims at creating a familiar, natural, friendly, open and accessible to the public, making use of materials and technologies that value durability as well as financial performance. Multi-functional spaces are created, conceived ecologically and practically, with a low financial impact. The architectural ensemble is centered around creating a low energy as well as ecological building. The passageway is designed as a solar trap that creates airflow in the summer. These allow ventilation in the warm seasons as well as heating the greenhouse in the cold season, by closing the peripheral movable walls. The focus was on creating green, ecological facades, that are supplied with recycled water and electrical energy could be supplied through window enclosed solar-cells that trap sunlight. At the same time, the passageway works as a thermal and noise buffer, improving soundproofing of interior spaces towards the exterior as well as the thermal gain of the surrounding facades. All glass facades have been created with a double-insulated glazing to reduce thermal losses. Non-aggressive colors and materials generate open, communicative spaces that are friendly and bio diverse. In the central area columns support a glass roof, creating an urban lobby. The columns are built as a network, allowing the integration of green spaces around them. The resulting shell is created with glass frames that define a transition space between the interior and exterior. The urban passageway is a an ecosystem that creates a favorable bio-trope for the plant species that are placed on the buildings’ facades and in on the surroundings. In this context, the generous presence of green spaces and their connection with the exterior makes existing and proposed buildings to blend with nature. At the same time, a cycle and pedestrian link is created between Calea Dorobanti and the neighborhoods. All these spaces were designed for easy access of low mobility persons. Designated spaces are chosen for parking vehicles, charging electrical ones or bike sharing. The link created through the passageway is the key element to the buildings, spaces, streets and neighborhoods. The proposes solution is a good model for green, sustainable, public oriented architecture. Thus, a new perspective on the urban landscape is created together with a socially attractive space. The proposal aims at creating modern, functional, transparent, bright, airy spaces that create a natural link between existing and proposed buildings as well as nearby streets and facilities. The entire resulting ensemble creates a synergy between the strong urban materialism and nature, considering the urban space as an extension of nature. Latest Projects Our Projects Set the Standard Cluj County Council view project Griviței Offices view project Daegu Korea view project Câmpina view project Osaka view project Tianjin view project Spirit of Dubai view project 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 07 Contact Us Contact Stay connected with the best. Follow us for outstanding design news, industry insights, and opportunities you won’t find anywhere else. Your message matters. Always. Contact us, everytime — OOPY Arhitectura delivers excellence from the first conversation. CLICK HERE
Rewe Filiasi
Location: Filiasi, Dolj, Romania Total Surface Area: 23000 sqm Project Status: Completed Date: 2022 General designer and design for architecture, structure, design coordination, installations, interiors, quality site supervision, technical assistance, tendering The logistics center benefited from an investment of 26 million euros and is currently the industrial building with the highest BREEAM 92.89 score (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Methodology). To build the warehouse, an extensive team of over 130 specialists was needed, comprising OOPY Architecture office together with Mr. architect Adrian Pop from the ADP architecture office and partners from Wincon. The construction was designed, from the beginning, as a sustainable, energy-efficient building, with energy production from renewable sources, very low water consumption, special attention to the comfort, safety and health of the people using the building. The impact on the environment was carefully monitored during the construction period and subsequently mitigated by planting and other measures that support biodiversity. Materials with a lower carbon footprint and environmental certificates (EPD – Environmental Product Declaration) were chosen, and the site had strict requirements to follow the same principles of reducing resource consumption, ensuring worker safety and health, respectively reduce impact on the environment as much as possible. The construction work lasted nine months and was completed in October 2021. The warehouse is one of the best performing within the REWE Group. It has more than 1,200 photovoltaic panels with an installed power of 650kWp, electric car charging stations and a centralized heat and electricity consumption monitoring system integrated into the central system in Vienna. It serves around 50 stores, which means faster deliveries, fresher products and lower CO2 emissions. The warehouse has a 23,000 sqm area, a height of 13.7 m and an extended receiving and shipping area with a height of 6.5 m, as well as a temperature-controlled space of 8,600 sqm. The 92.89% BREEAM score is the result of scores for the following categories:• Water – 100%• Health and Wellbeing – 100%• Energy – 93%• Management – 83%• Pollution – 83%• Transport – 78%• Materials – 78%• Waste – 86%• Land use and ecology – 70%• Innovation – 70% Latest Projects Our Projects Set the Standard Predeal Mountain Shelter view project Moeciu de Jos Bed and Breakfast view project Sărata Monteoru Bed and Breakfast view project Pascucci Cafe view project CTP Km 13 Offices/ CTP Romania, 13 km, A1 Highway view project Turda BCR Offices view project Graphics Art view project 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 07 Contact Us Contact Stay connected with the best. Follow us for outstanding design news, industry insights, and opportunities you won’t find anywhere else. Your message matters. Always. Contact us, everytime — OOPY Arhitectura delivers excellence from the first conversation. CLICK HERE
ILD Multi-modal Terminal
Location: Decea (Aiud), Alba, Romania Total Surface Area: 50000 sqm Project Status: Underway Date: 2022-2023 General designer and design for architecture, design coordination, compliance, authorization Photo & info : aiud-park.com/en ILD is a developer and administrator of commercial, industrial and logistics properties. Latest Projects Our Projects Set the Standard Estera Residence Duplex Home view project Estera Residence Individual Home view project Zambia Complex view project ACCRA Complex view project Stoica Ludescu Building view project Arctic Warehouse – PIT 1B+PIT 2B/CTP Romania/ CTPark 94 km, A1 Highway view project CTP Faurecia Warehouse – PIT 1A+PIT 1B/ CTP Romania/ CTPark Pitesti, 94 km, A1 Highway view project 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 07 Contact Us Contact Stay connected with the best. Follow us for outstanding design news, industry insights, and opportunities you won’t find anywhere else. Your message matters. Always. Contact us, everytime — OOPY Arhitectura delivers excellence from the first conversation. CLICK HERE
JUMBO Central Warehouse
Location: Popesti-Leordeni, Ilfov, Romania Total Surface Area: sqm Project Status: Underway Date: General designer and design for architecture, design coordination, compliance, authorization Latest Projects Our Projects Set the Standard Estera Residence Duplex Home view project Estera Residence Individual Home view project Zambia Complex view project ACCRA Complex view project Stoica Ludescu Building view project Arctic Warehouse – PIT 1B+PIT 2B/CTP Romania/ CTPark 94 km, A1 Highway view project CTP Faurecia Warehouse – PIT 1A+PIT 1B/ CTP Romania/ CTPark Pitesti, 94 km, A1 Highway view project 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 07 Contact Us Contact Stay connected with the best. Follow us for outstanding design news, industry insights, and opportunities you won’t find anywhere else. Your message matters. Always. Contact us, everytime — OOPY Arhitectura delivers excellence from the first conversation. CLICK HERE