MASA architects

In the midst of the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, in the midst of the Battle of Irpin, the STU (State Tax University) suffered a devastating attack. Particularly hard hit was its iconic main building, which sits prominently on the main streets of Irpin, as we witnessed during our visit in June 2022. Rather than simply rebuilding what was lost, the STU is aiming for a transformation that meets its current needs and functions.

MASA architects and MADMA urbanism+landscape decided to donate the preliminary design of this building and the surrounding landscape, in collaboration with our local partners: Druid Project Bureau, Beloded Landscaping and IRS (Irpin Reconstruction Summit). Despite the ongoing war, we strongly wanted to be proactive in the reconstruction of Irpin.

The challenge of the building design is to balance these two factors: Firstly, to be highly rational and repetitive in order to optimize both cost and construction efficiency; Secondly, to be a prominent building as one of the symbols of the new generation of Irpin.

Currently, the campus is hidden from the main road due to the enclosed nature of the existing main building. And the street is dominated by vehicle traffic with minimal space for pedestrians. There is an opportunity to address all of these issues through the design of the new STU main building and surrounding landscape.

The ground floor of the new STU main building, with its transparency and inclusion of public functions, effectively integrates the STU campus with the city of Irpin. The redesigned STU Garden and the revitalised street enhance public accessibility, transforming them into welcoming public space of Irpin. In addition, the striking architectural volume above contributes to the landmark status of this impressive new structure.　

More about the project: https://masaarchitects.com/projects/stu_irpin_ukraine/

2022年に始まったロシア侵攻中にイルピンに位置するSTU (State Tax University) は攻撃の対象になり、我々は開戦3か月後の2022年6月に現地入りし、イルピンの幹線道路に面したこの大学の「顔」ともいえるメインの建物の悲惨な損傷を目の当たりにすることに。大学の望みははこの建物をもとの状態に建て直すのではなくアップデートしたものを建て替えることでした。

MASA architectsとMADMA urbanism+landscapeはウクライナのパートナー (Druid Project Bureau, Beloded Landscaping and IRS (Irpin Reconstruction Summit)) と共にこの新しい建物と周辺のランドスケープデザインの基本設計をSTUに寄付しました。いまだ戦時中とはいえ、目に見える形でイルピンの再建に積極的な一石を投じるためです。

この建物はイルピン再建のシンボルに成るべく運命づけられている一方、建設に関するコストパフォーマンスの高さや工法の簡略化などが必須であり、デザインはこの二つのバランスを絶妙に取ることを念頭に行われました。

破壊されたかつての建物は町に開かれたものとは言い難く、むしろこの建物により背後にある大学キャンパスは隠されている状態にあり、目の前を走るメインストリートは歩行者や自転車に対して優しいものではありませんでした。我々はデザイン (建物と周辺のランドスケープの両方) を通じてこれらの問題を一挙に解決する方法を模索しました。

新たに作られる透明性の高い一階部分は、リニュアルされたメインストリートと背後の庭とともに町や人々に開かれた新しいイルピンの公共空間として生まれ変わり、彫刻的建物上部が新たなＳＴＵので洗練された「顔」となります

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In the coming period, we have a lot of updates of our recent activities on Instagram. We appreciate your attention and curiosity🙏

これからしばらくの間インスタグラムに最近の動向をいろいろとアップロードする予定です。フォローしていただけると嬉しいです🙏

We're excited to share that Hiroki Matsuura will be on the jury for the “100 Ideas for Cities” Hackathon.

This initiative aims at fostering the development and implementation of creative architectural solutions to restore and revitalize Ukrainian cities.

Architects, urban planners, engineers, and academic institutions from Ukraine and beyond are encouraged to bring forward their innovative ideas.

Focus Areas Include:
- Construction
- Architecture
- Urban Planning
- Engineering

For Cities of Ukraine:
Participating cities will provide technical tasks and initial data for the development of restoration projects targeting specific urban areas, objects, and infrastructure systems.

The Goal:
To develop and implement 100 innovative architectural projects that will play a crucial role in the renovation of Ukraine's cities.

Interested parties are encouraged to apply and contribute to this meaningful cause.

Winners will be selected on a competitive basis, ensuring the best ideas come to life.

🔗 For more information and to apply, please visit https://irsua.org/en/event/hackathon/
FB page: IRS

Help shape a brighter future for Ukrainian cities!

Hiroki Matsuura will be on the jury at the INTERIOR OF THE YEAR POLAND + UKRAINE'24.
Catch us in Warsaw on June 6th, 2024.
Looking forward to connecting with innovative minds and seeing great designs in action.
Interested in joining? Sign up here: forms.gle/AipQkAfNqKwqAkS38. Just a heads-up, the submission deadline is May 15th, 2024.

🟦 6 czerwca 2024 r. w Warszawie odbędzie się coroczny konkurs architektoniczny INTERIOR OF THE YEAR POLAND + UKRAINE'24.

‼️ Pośpiesz się, aby zarejestrować się na bezpłatną wizytę
forms.gle/AipQkAfNqKwqAkS38

Chcielibyśmy przedstawić Państwu jednego z zaproszonych członków jury:

✅ Hiroki Matsuura - architekt i projektant w MASA architects (Holandia)

Data: 6 czerwca 2024 r.
Lokalizacja: Warszawa, Polska
Format wydarzenia: spotkanie na żywo

Termin nadsyłania prac upływa 15 maja 2024 roku.

Zwycięzcy i uczestnicy otrzymają nagródy, dyplomy i certyfikaty.

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Warm wishes for a delightful holiday season from the team at MASA architects 🎄

Another unforgettable Hanami party with the MADMA/MASA team! The cherry tree blossoms were simply breathtaking, and the food was absolutely amazing. It's always such a joy to gather together and celebrate this beautiful annual tradition. Thank you to everyone who joined in the festivities and made this year's event so special. Can't wait for next year's party already! 🌸🍱

Thanks to HÄUSER - The Magazine for Architecture & Design for this beautiful publication of the .

Photos by Tim Van de Velde/ Architectural & Interior Photography

Check our House N project published on Rethinking The Future

HOUSE N By MASA architects Built in 1938, this Noordwijk seaside villa was originally the holiday home of a concrete factory owner......

Evolution of the Villa West.

Check the animation of how the original Villa West building transformed from the 40s till nowadays.

The Villa West begins its history in the 40s XX century. During World War II the building functioned as a gym and later served as a radio station and a daycare center.
Today Villa West is a luxury private home in the city center of Rotterdam.

In the final version of the layout, we designed an open plan with a minimum of partitions and walls, which brings the building closer to its historical appearance.

The purist tectonic architecture of the original space became our main source of inspiration.

Now Villa West is a light, airy and serene urban hideout that juxtaposes gritty, exposed brick and concrete with silky stone and glass finishes.

More about the project: https://bit.ly/3ePrWVk

https://vimeo.com/704051525

VILLA WEST - MASA architects (animation) Evolution of the Villa West. Check the animation of how the original building of Villa West transformed from the 40-s till nowadays.

Just received the beautiful "BOB Design magazine" issue from Korea featuring our DoDo Café project!

DoDo Café in Rotterdam won Entree Magazine Awards 2021 in the category 'Best New All Day Concept.'

We want to thank everyone who worked with us on the project, as well as the entire DoDo team who keep delighting visitors with their high-quality service.

Café DODO is located in the city center of Rotterdam. This is the second interior design project of the restaurant in Rotterdam by MASA architects.

Seven rooms with different atmospheres create dynamic spaces where the concept of 'all day' is perfectly expressed. Diversity of furniture and design symbolizes the fusion of history, modernity, art and culture as well as the city of Rotterdam itself.

"The jury was very impressed with the interior. The owner surprises with seven atmospheres in seven rooms. "Like being in a movie." - ENTREE magazine says 🙏

More by the link: https://www.entreemagazine.nl/entreeawards/entree-awards-2021-winnaar-categorie-best-new-all-day-concept

MASA is urgently looking for full-time 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 to join our team in Rotterdam.

Please forward or tag anyone that would be a great fit for our company.

𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀

• Advanced knowledge of Rhino and Adobe is required.
• Excellent design and CAD skills
• Talking & Writing English
• RUSSIAN speaking (preferable, but not on demand)
• Candidates from outside the EU should arrange their own visas and working permits.

𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝘄𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝘀 𝘀𝗼𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲.

MASA offers an intense, but casual, design-driven work environment, with very rapid turnaround on international projects and competitions. Smart, anti-corporate office in Rotterdam. Friendly, upbeat and intelligent environment.

You will be involved in the projects development process from the very first day!

To apply, please send your CV and portfolio showcasing your best work to:
𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼@𝗺𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀.𝗰𝗼𝗺

Villa West is awarded as Interior of the Year 2021!

Architectenweb
Tim Van de Velde/ Architectural & Interior Photography
Hiroki Matsuura

Villa West bekroond als Interieur van het Jaar 2021 De bestaande open ruimte, met zijn karakteristieke betonnen spanten en daklichten, vormde het uitgangspunt voor het zorgvuldig ontwerp van MASA architects bij de transformatie van sportgebouw naar woning op een binnenterrein in Rotterdam.

We are thrilled to be shortlisted for the Architectenweb interior of the year 2021.

Villa West has been judged on 'social relevance,' 'craftsmanship,' 'renewal' criteria and was chosen as 1 of the 4 finalists.
We are eagerly looking forward to the results in the coming November!

Nominaties Interieur van het Jaar 2021 bekend In de categorie Interieur van het Jaar voor de Architectenweb Awards 2021 heeft de jury vier projecten genomineerd.

Villa West on ArchDaily 🥳

Villa West / MASA Architects Completed in 2020 in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Images by Tim Van de Velde. Rotterdam-based office MASA architects designs an elegant living space from a former sports building. An abandoned former war period sports building...

"It’s a challenge for an architect to not leave his fingerprints on a design."
Engrossing story by Tracy Metz for the Dwell+ featuring our recent project in Rotterdam.
Photos:Tim Van de Velde/ Architectural & Interior Photography
Read the full piece below!
https://bit.ly/3B9zFGB

Villa West by MASA Architects MASA Architects design a serene urban hideout with open-plan spaces that juxtapose gritty, exposed brick and concrete with silky stone and glass finishes.

MASA architects looking for smart and talented candidates to apply for the position of Architecture or Urbanism Intern.

MASA offers an intense, but casual, design-driven work environment, with very rapid turnaround on international projects and competitions. Smart, anti-corporate office in Rotterdam. Friendly, upbeat and intelligent environment.

We seek:
- An architecture student
- Dutch or international
- Talking & Writing English
- Fluency in Ukrainian/Russian is a plus
- Good skills on Revit, Autocad, Rhino and Adobe Suite.
- Candidates from outside the EU should arrange their own visas and working permits
- Availability for the duration of six months or a year.

If you are interested, please send your CV and portfolio to
[email protected]

Finally, NL restaurants are open, which is a great reason to visit our extraordinary project in Rotterdam: DoDo Cafe

Theatrical, with its own quirky character - that's what DoDo is all about.
Each piece of furniture at DoDo is antique from 19 century and has been carefully selected in numerous antique markets in the Netherlands.

Furniture upcycling adds an exceptional charm and uniqueness to each interior space but also prevents the waste of useful materials.

The Cafe DoDo is a fabulous, cozy, and environmentally friendly place.



https://bit.ly/3w3zWbg

CAFÉ DODO Café DODO is located in the city center of Rotterdam in a classified (verify) building designed by the legendary Dutch architect Hugh Maaskant. This is the second interior design project of the restaurant in Rotterdam by MASA architects.

'An oasis in the city.'

The article by Abitare magazine in an issue dedicated to green architecture featuring our recent interior project Villa West in Rotterdam.

Read the full piece below!

Studio Masa, villa in a former sports hall, Rotterdam | Abitare In Rotterdam, a former sports hall has been turned into a fascinating home with an indoor swimming poo, independent rooms and cosy atmospheres

Read the big feature on our Villa West renovation in Pragmatika
More at the link below (Russian only)

More about a project: https://bit.ly/3ePrWVk

Villa West: сохранить неуловимое содержание - PRAGMATIKA.MEDIA Будучи японцем по происхождению и занимаясь практикой в странах Европы, архитектор Хироки Мацуура комбинирует подходы, впитанные им в разных школах. Синергию двух...