The Architectural Journey of Macedonia's Cultural Center
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: This article will look at the conceptualization, design, and development of Macedonia, Cultural Center in Skopje from an architectural, functional and cultural perspective. It is situated along the banks of the Vardar River and adjacent to numerous civic institutions. The center aims to provide a multi-functional space with the goal of promoting cultural exchange and artistic production amongst citizens and stakeholders. This study uses a comprehensive architectural method which includes a site analysis, studies of precedents, and structural programming, culminating in a design that fits in with the contemporary context of the area with aesthetic nuance. In a series of 3D visualisations and structural schematics, the project conveys how the spatial organisation, use of materials, and functional zoning makes the center an iconic cultural building. The findings indicate that this center does indeed fulfill its programmed requirements, and may establish itself as a significant cultural landmark and catalyst of urban regeneration and culture development in North Macedonia. The conclusion reflects on the broader implications of cultural architecture in post-socialist urban contexts. Keywords: Cultural centre, Architectural design, Culture development.
Author: Sema Ebibi Arifi
Language: English
Subfield: Architecture
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7225334479