Total area: 200 sq. m
Location: 2 Mekhanizatorov St., Kiev, Ukraine
Project status: complited in 2014
Architect: Sergey Makhno, Tovstonog Illia
Decors, panels, lights, accessories: by Sergey's Makhno sketches
Painting: Oleg Tistol, Sergey Makhno
Sculptures, reliefs: Nazar Bilyk, Dmitry Greek, Sergei Rad'ko, Yuri Musatov
Photographer: Andrew Avdeenko
*1st prize in the Annual Ukrainian Architectural Design Competition “Interior Design’s Best of Year Awards 2014”
Published by ArchDaily
Minimalism with loft elements and warm notes of Ukrainian art create a special atmosphere in the workshop that, like a mirror, reflects the owner’s inner being. The studio with a total area of 200 sq. m combines a showroom and a home-and-work place. “I had an idea to create a space that could inspire not only my team but also our clientele. We want our guests to take on a challenge facing brave and bold experiments”, says Sergey.
When designing the studio Makhno used his favourite materials such as concrete, stone, glass, copper, bronze, various species of wood. The works of talented Ukrainian sculptors and artists create a special mood in the minimalist workshop. The bass-reliefs, unique statues, author’s décor and furnishings are united to complete more than just an office but an original showroom of Ukrainian design and art. The main lighting ideas are conveyed based on Makhno’s sketches. Sergey Makhno cherish the culture of Japan, the country of the rising sun, and honours a tea ceremony. For this reason, he designed a tea room in his studio where together with his friends and visitors the architect can enjoy sipping a fragrant drink. An important element in the workshop is a rich collection of Ukrainian zoomorphic ceramics that integrates harmoniously with the laconic concrete walls and bright Marc Newson “Felt chairs”.
When you enter the workshop the first thing you lay your eye upon is a huge copper reception wall, chandeliers and décor on Sergey Makhno’s project and one of the main exhibits of the studio – the bronze statue “Rain” by Nazar Bilyk, the famous Ukrainian sculptor. Lighting, room temperature and sound are controlled with the help of smart technology system by using a corporate mobile phone. Entering through the three-meter high door you will find a spacious business venue for conducting important events and meetings. It is also decorated with the author’s chandeliers and wooden panels. The collection of Ukrainian ceramics decorates the library which counts more than 1000 books on design and architecture brought from all over the world.
