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Contemplating a new future of workspaces – HUMAN!

30/09/26

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Sava Centar, Belgrade

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Architecture forum and educational conference about new concepts of workspace and the role of the architect not only in contemporary workplace design but in the future of offices and work.

The event will showcase insights from leading experts and practitioners as they explore the transformative power of workplace design strategies. Discover how architecture approach and elements shape future of offices, enhance work related spatial experience and guide high quality architecture.

Conference Details

ARCHI:CON is an international conference and platform that explores the role of new concepts in architecture, technology, the importance of interiors and the hybrid use of workspaces, seeking answers to the question of how meaningfull architecture contributes to better company performance and employee satisfaction.

It analyzes, inspires and proposes new development concepts for developers, encourages understanding and appreciation of social role of offices and shared spaces. It investigates the connection between architecture, users, interiors, and technologies in shaping modern workspaces. It brings together practitioners and innovators to collectively rethink the ways we work – and design spaces that foster creativity, user well-being, and flexibility.

Key objectives

Raising the standards of workspace design and users and developers satisfaction

Sharing global and local examples of best practices in workspace strategy

Connecting professionals from different sectors: architecture, real estate, HR, and technology

Positioning Belgrade as a regional center for architectural and design exchange

Design Stories

„Design from inside out: Case study of Booking City Campus building Amsterdam“

by UNStudio

Panos Chatzitsakyris, PhD. – Associate Director

Bio:
Panos Chatzitsakyris is an Associate Design Director at UNS, specialising in integrated computational workflows. He also contributes to the development of advanced design methodologies within the practice.

He has contributed to projects such as FOUR Frankfurt, East Side Tower in Berlin, Penang South Islands Masterplan, ConfExPark Competition in Thessaloniki, and Northfleet Harbourside Masterplan in Kent.

Nataliya Kuznetsova – Associate Designer

Nataliya Kuznetsova is an Associate Designer at UNS. With a strong focus on place-making, Nataliya contributes to UNS’s mission by leading the development of projects that embody the studio’s commitment to creating spaces that are not only innovative but also socially and environmentally responsible.

Her expertise has been pivotal in shaping projects such as the Tbilisi Bank Headquarters, JetBrains IT Campus, and Danube Riverside, where her focus on health and place-making has contributed to creating meaningful and vibrant spaces.

“Interdisciplinarity and approach in workplace design at Foster + Partners”

by Foster + Partners

Alessandro Ranaldi, Partner – Head of Workplace Consultancy MS Urban
Planning and Architecture

Bio:
Alessandro Ranaldi is Head of Workplace Consultancy at Foster + Partners. Through design, research and analysis, he develops strategies for optimising the working environment, both for the experience of the user as well as overall business performance. With more than twenty-five years of practice in workplace strategy, real estate and design, he has worked with clients across the globe.
His international experience includes implementing global workplace strategies for large corporate clients such as PGA Tour, JPMC, Bloomberg and KKR.

„What we mean when we say – workplace strategy?“

by JLL DESIGN

Guzmán de Yarza Blache, PhD. – Global Design Strategy Lead

Bio:
With 20 years of experience and a doctorate in Architecture, Guzmán is Global Design Strategy Lead at JLL Design, a leading interior design firm with almost 700 architects and designers in 60 studios across 31 countries.In his role, he helps large, international corporations evolve to new ways of working and implement progressive workplace strategies throughout their portfolios.
As an architect, his built works have received national and international awards, and his projects have been featured in some architectural magazines worldwide.

“Ergonomic principles in the design of working environments”

by NITEA

„Principles of lighting design in the workplace – typologies and modern sustainable requirements“

by INTRALIGHTING

“The façade is not just an envelope: representation and
sustainable balance of the office building“

by ALUKÖNIGSTAHL

„Best workplace in CEE“

Aleksandar Mitic M.Arch.
Senior Principal Architect | Founder
A3 ARCHITECTS

Ksenija Bajagić, MA in Interior Design /
Partner, Creative Director Interior Design
ZABRISKIE

Predrag Milutinović dipl.ing.arch.
MAPA ARCHITECTS

Silvija Ðurić M.Arch.
Regional Director of Project Management
CBS Cushman&Wakefield

“Workplace acoustical planning: specific parametars that will change your workplace”

by IMPACT ACCOUSTIC

PANEL

“Human, hybrid and digital – is it possible?”

Developers and users story – new demands, flexibility and variability, open space experience, influence of hybrid work, technology in office management

Mirjana Vaht – Senior Project Manager Technical Operations

MPC Properties

Kosta Gligorić, dipl.ing.arch.
Facility Manager,
Tenderly

Milos Antovic MSc C.E. Associate Director, Project Management SEE | Country Lead Serbia CBRE

Intro/Closing remarks

“Transformative power of user-centered workplace design”

by Vesna Krizmanić

Vesna Krizmanić – Founder/architect

ARCHINOVA ARCHITECTURE

Bio:
Architecture professional with more than 20 years in design and design management, based in Belgrade, experienced in largescale project design, from development phase to construction and execution phase for different typologies. Currently, actively engaged in researching the development of new workplace concepts and office space solutions, through linking work performance with spatial – architectural solutions, performance management and wellbeing. Focused on transformation of work and workspaces, optimization, and application of design models integrating psychological comfort and sociological factors in architectural design. Affirmation and implementation of new approaches of workspace design aimed at increasing the efficiency of companies and employee satisfaction.
 Affirmation of quality space, architecture as a built environment that has a human, social and sustainable role, and good design – through social architectural events and activities. Connecting practice in architecture and academia/research as professional mindset.  

Schedule 2025

TIME		FORMAT
9:00 – 10:00	Registration and morning coffee	Networking
10:00 – 10:10	Intro – opening
10:10 – 10:40	Keynote – “Interdisciplinarity and approach in workplace design at Foster + Partners” Alessandro Ranaldi, Head of Workplace Consultancy at Foster + Partners	Keynote Q&A
10:45 – 10:55	Educational lecture – Workplace acoustical planning: specific parameters that will change your workplace	Keynote / partner
10:55 – 11:25	Keynote “What we mean when we say – workplace strategy?” Guzmán de Yarza Blache, PhD. – Global Design Strategy Lead, JLL Design	Keynote Q&A
11:25 – 11:45	Coffee break	Networking
11:45 – 12:00	Educational lecture – Principles of lighting design in the workplace – typologies and modern sustainable requirements	Keynote / partner
12:00 – 12:30	Keynote: “Design from inside out: Case study of Booking City Campus building Amsterdam” Panos Chatzitsakyris, PhD. – Associate Director UNStudio Nataliya Kuznetsova – Associate Designer UNStudio	Keynote Q&A
12:35 – 12:50	Educational lecture – The facade as an active participant in shaping and designing the quality of the workspace	Keynote / partner
12:50 – 14:00	Lunch	Networking
14:00 – 14:20	Educational lecture – Ergonomics as a key factor for a healthy and successful employee	Keynote / partner
14:20 – 14:50	CASE STUDIES: Best Workplaces in CEE A3, Zabriskie, CBS Cushman&Wakefield, MAPA	Pecha Kucha Talks
14:50 – 15:20	“Human, hybrid and digital – is it possible?” Developers and users story – new demands, flexibility and variability, open space experience, influence of hybrid work, technology in office management MPC, CBRE, Tenderly	Panel diskusija Q&A
15:20 – 15:30	Closure and plenary discussion	Plenary
15:30 – 16:30	Cocktail closure	Networking

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Partners

The Partners of conference are Companies, a leaders in its business that shares the same values of raising awareness about the importance of contemplating new business concepts and spaces, ways of use and improvement, and inspires users, architects, researchers, and designers on how the future of offices is directed and gives guidelines.

Intra Lighting

Intra Lighting is a manufacturer of architectural lighting solutions, offering fully customized illumination tailored to each client’s needs.
Since 1989, a team of highly experienced professionals has been working in close collaboration with architects, designers, and lighting consultants worldwide. Its extensive expertise, continuous investment in development, and strong commitment to environmental responsibility have positioned the company among the leaders in the lighting industry.
Today, Intra Lighting operates in 68 countries across six continents, with production facilities in Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, and the United States, employing more than 400 dedicated specialists.
The company provides lighting solutions for virtually any type of interior — including workspaces, retail, hospitality, public and exhibition venues, educational and healthcare facilities, industrial environments, and residential spaces.
The company’s motto, “Light where you need it, when you need it, and as much as you need it”, reflects its focus on delivering optimal illumination.
Intra Lighting offers comprehensive technical support throughout the entire lighting design process — from the initial planning and concept stage, through detailed technical guidance, all the way to the final implementation. Its expert team ensures that every project meets the highest standards and is tailored to the client’s specific requirements.
Its products have received numerous prestigious awards, including the Red Dot Design Award, Good Design Award, Big See Award, and many others. Combined with a 7-year warranty, these recognitions make Intra Lighting a trusted partner in the global market.

NITEA

NITEA believes in simplicity that leads to perfection. For over three decades, NITEA has been a synonym for quality and refined taste. The company specializes in furnishing office spaces, residential interiors, and hospitality venues.
NITEA represents some of the world’s most renowned brands, whose timeless furniture pieces—celebrated for their creativity, functionality, and exceptional craftsmanship—have left a lasting mark on the history of modern design.
NITEA is the authorized regional dealer of the MillerKnoll family of brands, including Herman Miller, Knoll, Muuto, Hay, NaughtOne, and Colebrook Bosson Saunders. In addition to the MillerKnoll portfolio, NITEA also represents other globally acclaimed companies such as VITRA, FREZZA, OKAMURA, DRIADE, PORADA, Fritz Hansen, Louis Poulsen, Kartell, Cassina, NARBUTAS, MAGIS, and many more.
From design and consulting to sales, logistics, and final installation, NITEA supports you throughout the entire process of creating your space. With participation in numerous projects of artistic, historical, and architectural significance, NITEA has contributed to raising the standard of interior design in Serbia and the region.
NITEA offers its products and services across three locations in Belgrade: NITEA Office, NITEA Home, and NITEA Outlet. We are fully committed to every client, striving to deliver a unique experience and a personalized approach, with the highest level of professionalism and expertise.
We proudly support events that promote architecture and design, because we believe that a well-designed interior leads to a better quality of life.

ALUKÖNIGSTAHL

ALUKÖNIGSTAHL is a successful family-owned company operating at the fourth generation level and presently active all over Europe. Not only many employees, but also numerous customers remain loyal since several generations. This underlines our understanding of mutual partnership: personal, service-oriented, loyal and stable. In addition to our sales team, our technical assistance and specialist departments are available for immediate assistance for any questions about technology, equipment or software. Our comprehensive and unique service offering is recognized industry-wide. Partnership for us also means mutual incentives for maximum performance – as a “motivational engine”, leading to joint success together with our partners…

ALUKÖNIGSTAHL is a provider of high-quality aluminum-, steel- and PVC systems as well as components for the realization of contemporary, energy-efficient architecture thereby supporting sustainable building concepts. The distribution of renowned brands assures qualitative, top-of-the-range products that are continuously optimized and carefully adapted to adhere to current architectural trends and building regulations.

For over 60 years, ALUKÖNIGSTAHL has a close alliance with the two internationally leading system manufacturers: Schüco, the world market leader for aluminum systems and expert for PVC systems and Jansen, specialist for steel profile systems. This cooperation and innovative product developments, led ALUKÖNIGSTAHL the way to today´s technology- and market leadership.

In the areas of steel construction and bridge building, machine- and plant engineering and construction as well as construction of vehicles and shipbuilding, ALUKÖNIGSTAHL operates under the high-quality brand RHS and offers hot-rolled and cold-rolled steel hollow profiles, rectangular and round steel pipes.

ALUKÖNIGSTAHL is pleased to provide its partners with comprehensive service competency throughout all stages of a construction project.

This allows the company to provide proven and intensive consultancy in all catered markets and to jointly work out tailor-made solutions that are sustainable and technologically advanced.

The close cooperation in the areas of production technology, employee training, software supply and processing directives ensures that project plans are realized rationally, efficiently and in full compliance with the highest industry standards and quality requirements.

ALUKÖNIGSTAHL, along with their various independent subsidiaries currently is the leading specialist in this market segment in Austria, East- and Southeast Europe.

Intra Lighting

NITEA

ALUKÖNIGSTAHL

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