Situated near the Kokino megalithic observatory, this project reimagines the site as a cultural and scientific landmark. With North Macedonia lacking an official astronomical observatory, the design positions itself strategically to combine heritage and innovation, aiming to make Kokino a premier destination for tourists, locals, and researchers alike.
The complex integrates an astronomical observatory, planetarium, and hotel within a continuous, curvilinear form. Its load-bearing walls follow the flowing geometry of the building, replacing conventional columns and beams, and creating sculptural volumes that anchor the structure while guiding visitors through varied spaces.
The main building hosts the observatory, planetarium, museum, exhibition areas, classrooms, and offices. Public spaces are located on the ground floor, while administrative and research functions occupy the upper levels, creating a hierarchy that balances social and scientific activity.
Hotel rooms are dispersed around the main building, offering privacy and serene views of the starry skies, while a separate restaurant completes the experience. Carefully framed apertures, panoramic cuts, and open circulation establish visual connections with both the landscape and the cosmos. By combining multiple spatial characters, the design achieves an architecture that is simultaneously functional, symbolic, and engaging for all visitors. 
Source: Inspireli with addittional information added by Glass Balkan
