National Academy of Arts, Sofia, 2014
In 2014, a commemorative stained glass panel was designed and produced for the National Academy of Arts in Sofia. The panel was intended for permanent installation in one of the Academy’s key corridors, serving both as an architectural enhancement and a tribute to the institution’s historical influence.
Working closely with faculty members, the concept merged symbolic motifs from Bulgarian folklore with modernist composition. The goal was to reflect the Academy’s deep cultural roots while honouring its contemporary voice. The initial design was hand-sketched before being finalised digitally, allowing precise calculation of scale and proportions in relation to the existing window frame.
A tribute to tradition and transformation — this piece captures the spirit of the Academy in light and glass.
Created in harmony with the Academy’s architecture — one glass piece at a time.
A collection of individually crafted glass pieces was carefully chosen and complemented with custom-poured panels to achieve the desired range of tones, including deep ambers, soft grays, and cobalt blues. The work incorporated both lead came and copper foil techniques, along with fired-in enamel to create subtle painted details. Every effort was made to preserve the integrity of the materials while enhancing their vibrancy under shifting natural light throughout the day.