RALUCA DIANA POPP
Architect, founder of MOKA Studio Design
Raluca founded her own architecture studio in April 2004 to capitalize her vast experience in architecture and interior design, wishing to prove that intelligent, evocative architecture can be achieved even among real-world constraints.
From the start Raluca Diana Popp positioned MOKA Studio Design as one of the most creative architecture studios in Bucharest, refinement and discreet elegance being its distinctive elements. Raluca’s exhaustive portfolio includes architecture projects, interior design projects, large family dwellings, various types of apartments, charming traditional houses, high ceilings and abundant lighting modern penthouse and much more.
Graduating the Faculty of Architecture – Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urban Planning in Bucharest, with internships in Saint-Remy in France and Plymouth – Great Britain, Raluca Diana Popp won her primary architecture prize in 2004 – First Prize of the Year Architecture Restoration Section, with the project “Restoring Tabu Headquarters – Academia Catavencu”. The last prize she won was in 2017 – First place at the Baku International Architecture Annual (a collaboration project) the same project being awarded at the American Arhitecture Prize as well.
Raluca militates for various humanitarian causes and adores travelling.
RAZVAN MOSNEAG
Architect, Partner MOKA Studio Design
Razvan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Architecture Faculty- University of Architecture and Urbanism Ion Mincu, Bucharest and a Certificate from the Royal Institute of British Architecture after studying 2 years at the British Architectural Association.
He genuinely likes being an architect and his good communication and visualization skills are much welcomed in the team. By nature, he likes to challenge how things are being done and by extensive experience both in architecture and managing projects during construction he is a reliable member of MOKA Studio Design team.
Few of his architecture projects: Creative concept and design the Extension and superposing of Titu Maiorescu Univeristy (3000 sqm), Concept development and interior design for Student’s Dorm (300sqm & 8500 sqm), Apartment building P+8 (8000 sqm), villas, Concept and interior design for Faculty of Pharmacy building (3000 sqm), Michelin tires factory & office building in Zalau.
Razvan is a passionate photographer and an experienced triathlon runner.
CATALIN STEFAN ZAFIU
Architect
Holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture since July 1999 from “ION MINCU” INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTURE Bucharest, with diploma paper on “Restoration, conversion, extension and planning of the Assan Factories The Assan Mill – The Assan Cultural and Leisure Center. Details of the Library”. Among the projects presented during studies: office buildings, residences, polyvalent hall, mediateca (multimedia resource center) , restorations of historical Gabroveni Inn, layout of the Titan Park, and extension of Botanical Gardens.
Catalin blends technical experience in architecture with marketing and promotion, experience. As a Project Manager in real estate field, at Spanish developer Grupo Lar, he coordinated 4 projects worth more than 100 million euro, expressing his abilities to manage multiple tasks, to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines. As an architect he worked on various projects, mainly residential (individual and collective housing) and office but also commercial doing design and project management, in Bucharest and Cluj.
OFELIA STOIAN
Communication designer
20 years of truly integrated experience spanning communication, marketing, advertising, digital & social media, held MarCom management positions within Fortune 500 companies – communication for the integrated digital-centric, purpose-driven era, empowering the team to express their meaningful ideas.
Education:
Chartered Institute of Marketing 1999, University of Applied Sciences Munich – Brand Management 1995, University of Bucharest – Bachelor’s Degree in Law 1995, IMK – Institute for Applied Marketing and Communication Research, Erfurt – Service Market Research 1994 – Business process improvement, Business Strategy, Communication & Marketing management,
ALEXANDRU ANDREI IVANCIU
Architect
Alexandru knew from an early age that he would like to become an architect so in 2004 he enrolled in the architecture high school and, in 2014 he obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Spiru Haret University. Strong-willed but funny, gadget aficionado, with a great passion for drawing, Alexandru is a master of 3D renders, animation and generative optimization design. Between 2007 and 2013 he won several prizes for multimedia projects.
CARMEN IVAN
Architect
Graduating the Fine Arts High School of Bucharest in 2008 with the specialization in Ambient and Design Arts and the Faculty of Architecture at the Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urbanism in Bucharest in 2014 architect Carmen Ivan joined the creative architects team of MOKA Studio Design in March 2015. Throughout her university studies Carmen participated in various workshops:
- “Regeneration of an Industrial Landscape – Petrila” – terrestrial photography and photographic documentation phase;
- Making of stained glass in Tiffany technique;
- “Bohemian Square” Brasov – she executed different urban furniture objects.
Her hobbies are painting and photography. Carmen Ivan’s architectural portfolio is diverse and includes: extension of Titu Maiorescu University in Bucharest, Gymboland playground spaces, Inmedio shops, office spaces design, consolidation and restoration of a historical villa located in a protected area of Bucharest.
NATASA LEE ANDREI
Architect
In 2016 she graduated from the Architecture Faculty of the Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urbanism in Bucharest and in September same year, architect Natasa Lee Andrei joined MOKA Studio Design after an internship here.
Natasa Lee Andrei was part of the rehabilitation team of the Banat Hotel – a 1930 building located in the historical part of Bucharest, she also volunteered in the restorers team of the George Enescu Memorial House in Mihaileni between 2014 and 2015.
Within a year Natasa has built a diverse and complex portfolio that includes: a modern cafeteria at Titu Maiorescu University – Bucharest, Gymboland playgrounds and Inmedio spaces, a complex guesthouse and last but not least a challenging building that brings together, under the same roof (on its own and figuratively), a showroom, office space and 3 residential floors, plus 28 parking spaces arranged on the ground. All of the above on a 14 meter- wide open plot- less than the distance between two entrances of an regular apartments building.
Natasha’s creativity and tenacity brought this project ti life, managing to integrate harmoniously and efficiently those three functions of the building.
In her spare time Natasa participates in the Marathon, reads much and swims.
RAZVAN MARCEL STARCA
Architect
Holding a Bachelor’s degree in Restoration and Preservation from Architecture Faculty -University of Architecture and Urbanism Ion Mincu, Bucharest and a Master in Architecture since 2013, Razvan has the experience of a wide range of architecture projects: facade rebranding for over a 100 Carrefour shops, 2D project design for 50 BRD Bank branches, 2D plans & 3D renders for Titu Maiorescu University building superposing, villas, Inmedio Hub-convenience spaces. He enjoy watching European movies, going to theatre, music and discovering hidden gems during traveling.
Our Experiences!
City Business Center Timisoara – Proposal 2017
With this proposal, we tried to setback the solitude we experience during office hours, offering the alternative through which this transition space has a meaning, generates emotion and encourages connection with others. Both the concept of the Babylonian Library (building A) and the “return to nature” garden of Eden (Building B) are concepts in which spaces grow and communicate with passersby.
B-lay Offices – proposal 2017
B-lay is not a conventional company and does not intend to become either. Having the inspiration of the existing design and taking into account the employees’ wishes from which the most frequent were the “home” feeling, closeness to nature and tranquility, we transformed the three floors into a unique and vibrant office space. From our perspective, the word that characterizes the B-lay team is freedom, and we wanted it to transcend from the design concept.
MARIA Clinique, Bucuresti 2014
The first medical clinic in Romania that integrates all the therapies necessary for the recovery and social integration of children with severe deficiencies (ADHD, Down syndrome, psychomotor retard, autism, hydrocephalus, spastic tetra paresis). Objects and objectives come to life gradually, in a space where colors are attributed to different functions and medical counseling is built not only as a simple therapeutic process, but also as a harmonious and amusing route.
Coldwell Banker – Unirii Branch 2015
Small space, lighted on one side, where 6 functions had to be included, traffic flows did not have to intersect, many employees reported no. optimal on mp. Result: 2 meeting rooms, 1 waiting room, reception desk, 2 individual desks, 9 workspaces for agents, 1 kitchen & dining room.
Hilti Headquarters – 2008 & 2012
Within just 4 years, the client’s employees doubled and therefore, the need to accommodate a call-center and a spacious board-room materialized. The new location is also an industrial hall, with natural light on one side only. The partitions were dictated by the location of the call-center, so that the noise does not disturb the employees, the large meeting room, and the transition between it and the rest of the offices. Expositors located on the side of the common hall with the lobby have a double role: they show the evolution of Hilti-produced tools and are an extra light source. These are repeated in the office design.
Schoenher and Associates Law Firm
Beginning in 2003, collaboration with the Schoenher and Associates Law Firm continues today, the last project being the terrace design.
Refurbishment of MOKA Studio Design 2010
The result obtained after redesign: 2 meeting rooms, 1 study room, optimization of communication, access and lighting. The disadvantage of the space – located at the basement of a villa built in 1934 – was the natural light, which was surpassed by the interior finishes, the white walls and the tiles flooring in the 60×60 cm plate that imitated the newspaper. The floor is made of tiled tiles.
The redevelopment has resulted in a friendly and creative atmosphere, but also more light. The Ikea Mobile is in harmony with iconic design pieces such as Inet Maurer’s Zettel’z lamp – one of its reference pieces that expose love letters printed on Japanese paper.
Agricover Proposal
Agricover wanted a representative arrangement for the headquarters reception area.
Happyfish & Green Chanel
Happyfish – one of the first Internet TV channels from Romania, set up in early 2007, addresses the age range of 16 to 45 years. The budget was modest, but the technical and functional requirements were ample: recording studio, studio for live shows, relaxation space.
Wopa Advertising Headquarters 2017
The new Wopa Advertising headquarters is the floor of an interwar building in the Spanish Market area. The interior design had to harmonize the building’s personality and the agency’s specific creativity, combining in an open space meeting areas with workstations, separated by departments, all in a budget that was a challenge to our imagination.
Concept Proposal
Evocative Architecture
Beautifully Crafted Spaces
Open Minded Collaboration (Process)
Interdisciplinary team
Architectural solutions that are equal parts purpose and poetry
We deliver form to the desires and needs of our clients
We create spaces adapted to the complexity of urban life
Human centred approach on offices design
Sustainable Architecture
We use intelligent technology, innovative construction methods, ecologically friendly materials
We advocate for environmentally-friendly energy resources.
Nature-based design
Being in nature has proven to make individuals feel calmer, more creative, happier and healthier.
Privacy Enclosed pods for telephone calls or 1-on-1 meetings are an integral part of this open plan office concept.
Open Spaces Transparent partitions or no partition at all – transparency in the office can promote a collaborative culture among employees
Bike rack
Commuting to work by bike can help you start your day with less stress, new research suggests, and the benefit may have lasting effects through the afternoon and evening.
Beautifully Crafted Spaces
The combination of several textures and finishes adds interest to a space, and allows for heightened sensory elements.
THE UNCONVENTIONAL WORK SPACE
Employees are more productive and happier when they can interact freely with each other in a creative, inspiring setting. “plug and play” from any type of setting.
SUSTAINABILITY
Studies show that acoustically-friendly spaces with comfortable lighting and optimum temperatures increase employee wellbeing, productivity and satisfaction – which in turn reduces absenteeism and staff turnover.
Bringing the home to the office Areas like full-size kitchens, game rooms, bars, fireplaces and more are places employees can step away from their desks to enjoy conversations with coworkers, collaborate or work alone.