Are you ready for the May session? But this time, not an examination, but a musical and traveling session!
The central event is scheduled for May 22, from 8 p.m., on the plateau of the University of “St. Cyril and Methodius” in Skopje and will represent an authentic musical journey through the history of domestic rock and pop anthology. At the concert, titled “ΠΠ°ΡΡΠΊΠ° ΡΠ΅ΡΠΈΡΠ° – Π΄ΠΎΡΠ΄Π΅ΡΠ΅ Π΄Π° ΡΠ΅ ΠΏΡΠ΅ΡΠ»ΡΡΠ°ΠΌΠ΅”, old famous songs will be performed by current artists “Funk Shui”, “Pijan Slavej”, Dina Jashari, DJ Goce and LD Pistolero, “Sethsat” with Maria Kaeva and “Retro Cabaret”. They will perform their own arrangements of the songs, as a retrospect and tribute to another musical era.
The concert will deliver an immersive multimedia experience in which the famous radio personality Dragan B. Kostic will guide the audience through the musical journey. Apart from the musical fusion of old and new in the format of a “live radio show”, guests can enjoy the small book fair, pop-up vinyl corner, and food and drink stands.
The Delegation of the European Union and the Faculty of Philology “Blazhe Koneski” – Skopje, are
pleased to announce the Competition for the best student translation award and student residency
for literary translation “Babylon – New Generation” 2024.
This call is open to all university students (not older than 27 years) who at the time of application are
enrolled in at least the third year of studies at one of the faculties in the country. Candidates need to
apply for the competition with a translation from any of the 24 official languages of the European
Union, into any of the languages spoken in the country.
Europe House Skopje marked its fourth anniversary with a fusion of heritage and a vision of the future, hosting an exhibition and prize-giving ceremony for the “Skopje of the new generation” architectural and urban design contest. This event showcased the talent of young architects contributing to the urban development of Skopje.
The competition saw 12 submissions from 24 budding architects, each presenting plans to rejuvenate various sites within the city. The first prize was awarded to “Lotus 4 Her” by Antonio Grujevski located at Lotus Fountain at City Park Skopje. The second prize was received by Daniela Vasileva, Sara Veleska, and Sara Trajkova for “Reimagining Colorwaves,” centered around Dimitar Vlahov Quay on the Vardar River. The third prize went to Natalie Veleska, Alen Cvetkovski, and Donna Mitrovska for their “SpineX” project, aimed at revitalizing “Plasticharska” Street.
The event was hosted at the Skopje Central Post Office, a site of considerable historical significance, which has been recognized by Europa Nostra as one of Europe’s seven most endangered heritage sites. On the 26th of July, coinciding with the 60th anniversary of Skopje’s devastating earthquake, Europa Nostra, in collaboration with the European Investment Bank Institute, called attention to the urgent need for the building’s restoration. This sentiment was reflected in the remarks made by EU Ambassador David Geer, emphasizing the importance of immediate action to preserve this historic edifice.
βToday we stand here in Poshta, probably the most emblematic example of brutalist art; an aesthetics that shaped Skopjeβs post-earthquake architectural identity. To recall the cultural legacy that needs to be protected and cherished. Today, Poshta still has no roof and is at an increasing risk of disuse and deterioration. Yet Poshta, to use Sartreβs words, does not accept a defeat! And neither do we. We decided to mark Europe Houseβs fourth birthday right here. On the Day of Liberation of Skopje. βAmbassador Geer remarked.
Minister of Culture, Ms. Bisera Kostadinovska-Stojchevska, spoke about the competition’s broader cultural impact. “This competition transcends mere architectural designs; it’s a canvas where our cultural heritage and modern aspirations converge,” she stated.
The competition Skopje of the new generation was evaluated by a jury of 5 members from all five architectural faculties in Skopje, (International Balkan University, University American College Skopje (UACS), MIT University, Faculty of Social Sciences (FON) and University “St. Cyril and Methodius” Skopje). Prof. Dr. Bojan Karnakov, on the behalf of jury explained that: “The main goal of the Competition is to inspire innovative ideas for architectural and urban design that would enhance the sense of community in public spaces of parts of the city etched in the collective memory of Skopje, where young architects up to the age of 35 were to focus on rethinking and redecorating parts of the city, in order to create a sustainable and inclusive environment.”
The winning project βLotus 4 herβ, made by young Architect Antonio Grujevski, represents a visionary landscape and restoration project aimed at enhancing green sustainability within Skopjeβs urban fabric while paying homage to the pioneering women architects who played a pivotal role in the city’s post-earthquake reconstruction in 1963. In his acceptance speech, Grujevski reflected, “Receiving this award is not just a personal achievement but a validation of a dream for Skopje β a dream where architecture is not just about buildings, but about creating sustainable, vibrant spaces for communities to thrive.”
The exhibition in Central Poshta, will be open to the public for the next three days, from Tuesday to Thursday, between 12:00 to 15:00.
On 13 November, starting at 18:30 in Skopje’s Central Post Office, to mark the 60th anniversary of the Skopje earthquake, Europe House will host the inspiring architectural exhibition that emerged from the “Skopje of the New Generation” competition. The exhibition will be officially opened by Ambassador David Geer, who will also announce the winners of the competition.
The application phase produced excellent innovative architectural proposals, with each one representing an opportunity for a step towards a more inclusive and revitalised city, as well as opportunities for the modernisation of Skopje. We are positively surprised by the quality and creativity of the young architects, as the vision we received from the proposals is truly inspiring and gives hope for the future of the city.
This exhibition will be of an open nature and will take place in front of the counters at Skopje Central Post Office. All those who will be unable to attend the main event will have the opportunity to visit the exhibition over the following three days, from 14 to 16 November between 12:00 and 15:00.
Let’s celebrate 13 November, the day of the city, as well as the fourth birthday of Europe House Skopje!
See you there!
Event details:
Event: Architectural Exhibition “Skopje of the New Generation”