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Title: St. Paraskeva Church Author: Anton Tornyov (architect) Date: 1921-1930 Abstract: This church was built in 1921-1930 following an architectural contest, but the finishing works went on even further. The first contest for a church building at this exact spot was held in 1910 and was also won by architect Tornyov. This edifice could be considered as the result of a year-long debate for the appearance of the church house ... Library:

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Title: Architect Fingov's Family House Author: Georgi Fingov (architect) Date: 1907 - 1908 Abstract: The noted Bulgarian architect designed his own house with an open plan. The rooms flow naturally into one another, providing functionality and comfort, and at the same time creating a dynamic perception of the interior space, as well as the exterior. The exterior totally lacks decorations. We could sense the influence of Joseph Maria Olbrich ... Library:

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Title: Parushev Brothers Family Houses Author: Nicola Lazarov (architect) Date: 1911 Abstract: The Parushev brothers houses pose an exception in the work of architect Nicola Lazarov, who was educated in France and loved order systems, Baroque, formal symmetry and lush decorations. However, here we detect the undeniable marks of Secession in its romantic interpretation, like in the works of Hector Guimard. The roof shape is unique for ... Library:

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Title: Sofia Bank Building Author: Georgi Fingov (architect); Dimo Nichev (architect); Nicola Yurukov (architect) Date: 1910 - 1913 Abstract: The spatial composition of the building raises certain Baroque associations. The corner is crowned with a dome, under which is god Mercury - patron of merchants. The building decorations have a symbolic meaning - trade and integrity are represented by Mercury; freedom and protection - by the eagles with spread wings above the main entrance. ... Library:

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Title: Family House of V. Mollov Author: Nicola Lazarov (architect) Date: 1909 Abstract: The building bears the unquestionable marks of the Secession in its French context, since architect Nicola Lazarov was educated in France. Apart from the symmetry and the Baroque suggestions, the author managed to achieve softness and warmth of the forms: he made smooth transitions to the soffits of the bow windows; he changed the classical ... Library:

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Title: Bulgarian Commercial Bank Author: Georgi Fingov (architect); Dimo Nichev (architect); Georgi Apostolov (architect) Date: 1920 – 1925 Abstract: The building shapes one side of the small triangular Garibaldi plaza. The main facades are facing the plaza and Graf Ignatiev St. The corner facing Knyaz Alexander I St features elements highlighting the vertical direction, but the main entrance is set towards the plaza. Back when it was built, there was enough free space in front for a ... Library:

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Title: Imperial Hotel Author: Kiril Marichkov (architect) Date: 1917 - 1920 Abstract: When it was built, the hotel rose 5 stories above the surrounding buildings. Today, it forms the corner of a quarter that is occupied by some of the most personable buildings in the city centre and borders directly the Presidency Building. Its double attic roof still dominates the skyline of Saborna St. The Imperial Hotel was considered one ... Library:

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Title: Central Sofia Market Hall Author: Naum Torbov (architect) Date: 1909 – 1911 Abstract: The prototype of European covered markets at the end of 19th century was Les Halles in Paris - 10 pavilions with metal construction, covered with glass. These were revolutionary materials, which created new sense of space, but at the time (1852) they were used mainly for unpretentious industrial buildings. In this initial period, the metal ... Library:

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Title: Central Synagogue Author: Friedrich Grünanger (architect) Date: 1904 – 1909 Abstract: The building of the Central Synagogue has a rectangular plan with a central dome and an antechamber. Main premise is octagonal and crowned with a dome and four half-domes in the corners. The Baroque spatial idea has been influenced by the Moorish art, which resembles the Secession aesthetics with its colourful exotic essence. The architect ... Library:

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Title: Sofia Synodal Palace Author: Petko Momchilov (architect); Yurdan Milanov (architect) Date: 1904 - 1910 Abstract: The architects created a Romantic atmosphere with elements from the Medieval Bulgarian architecture, mainly references to the churches of the ancient city of Nessebar. "But the Romantic suggestion has been translated into the universal language of the Secession. It is solemn, yet contemporary - with its vibrant floral stylizations and the ... Library:

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Title: Central Mineral Bath Author: Petko Momchilov (architect); Haralampi Tachev (artist) Date: 1907 – 1915 Abstract: The first building plan was created by architect Emil von Förster after he won a competition. It was later remodelled by architects Petko Momchilov and Friedrich Grünanger at the request of Sofia Municipality. Subsequently, Petko Momchilov created the detailed design. The Central Mineral Bath building impresses with its multi-layered ... Library:

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Title: DEMO FlexPaper В паяжината на смисъла : Текстове по символна антропология : [Електронен ресурс]/ Състав. Борис Николов, Румен Даскалов; Прев. от англ. език Даниела Колева Author: Николов, Борис; Даскалов, Румен Дончев Date: 2015 Library:

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Title: фотография Author: Карастоянов, Божидар Date: 1939 Abstract: Преподавателската читалня на Университетската библиотека. Library:

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