Archello, one of the most influential global media and platforms for connecting designers and architects and promoting the best in the field of design and architecture, has included Brigada among the 100 best architectural firms in the world. The significance of this achievement not only for the Brigada team but for the entire Croatian industry is underscored by the fact that Brigada is the only architecture and design studio, not only from Croatia but from the wider region, to be featured on this prestigious list, and it is also the only studio on the entire list that primarily focuses on interiors. It is important to note that this recognition cannot be applied for; only those who meet the strict and very thorough criteria Archella can be included on the list.
– When we received the email from Archella, we read it in disbelief, thinking it might be a belated April Fool’s joke. Being ranked 55th among the 100 best in the world is truly a significant achievement for us and for our small country. We are overjoyed and proud to have represented this industry with dignity for many years and to raise global awareness of the quality of spatial design in our areas. The satisfaction is even greater when it is recognized and awarded by the most influential in the world, such as Archello. Our focus is on people, and that is the guiding thread in everything we do, and our product is a space that responds to the needs of those who inhabit or use it – emphasizes Damjan Geber, Director of Brigada.
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In front of Brigada, on this prestigious list are the giants of world architecture, including OMA, BIG, Zaha Hadid, MAD, MVRDV, Snohetta, Renzo Piano, and Foster, while many well-known names such as UN Studio, Fuksas, Jean Nouvel, Mecanoo, Heatherwick Studio, and Kengo Kuma follow behind.
– It is truly an honor for us to be on this list, and we do not think we are any better than anyone else who is on it; on the contrary, many have been our role models from day one of our involvement in architecture and interiors and will continue to be (un)reachable in our efforts to be even better in everything we do – adds Geber.
The selection process for the 100 best according to Archello is rigorous and complex, as it takes into account various criteria, from evaluating recent projects to the quality of design, innovations in materials, and sustainability. In the justification for Brigada’s high ranking of 55th among the 100 best, Archello highlights Brigada’s key role in shaping the environment and its approach to architecture as a discipline focused on solutions in response to all challenges, such as climate change, social disparities, and urbanization.
– By embracing innovation and sustainability, Brigada significantly enhances people’s lives and sets new standards of architectural excellence – they emphasize at Archello.
With its design solutions and spatial thinking, Brigada has kept Croatian interior design alongside the most renowned global names for nearly 15 years. The creative team of architects, designers, and psychologists develops various typologies of spatial concepts, from retail and office spaces to exhibitions and interactive installations that blur the line between the physical and digital worlds. Among more than 200 projects of retail, office, and exhibition spaces they have designed for major regional and international clients, many have been awarded the most prestigious global awards for design and architecture.
