Zenyk Art Gallery – WHEN ARCHITECTURE AND LIGHT CREATE ART

Just recently, there was a grand opening of a unique art space that has no equivalent in Ukraine – Zenyk Art Gallery.

This is one of our largest and most comprehensive projects. The building has already become a symbol of modern Lviv—a city that is reaffirming its status as the cultural capital of Ukraine. And we are happy to be part of this story.

We worked on this project (both the exterior and interior design) together with ambitious Ukrainian architects—Anna Iskierdo and AIMM Studio.

We had an ambitious goal—to create a new landmark for Lviv that would serve as a beacon of light for tourists and city residents alike. We combined technology and innovation into a single system for:
– the facade;
– the landscaping;
– the interior.

The green space and the facade function as a single entity, and the gallery-style lighting system has been implemented not only inside but also outside.

Here, we integrated custom light fixtures manufactured by Expolight Instruments with ellipsoidal optics, concealing them behind decorative ceramic elements. The light seems to emanate from within, creating soft, dreamlike transitions.

As standard, we have developed a variety of lighting scenarios with different dynamics and color palettes—tailored to the seasons and holidays. And with our Expolight Cloud Control System, the lighting is flexibly programmed and operates automatically based on sunset times and scheduled events. However, it can also be controlled manually using our custom app for managing lighting and projections.

But that’s only part of the job! In this space, we also designed the gallery and interior lighting, illuminated the sculptures, and developed a lighting system for the landscaping.

In addition, we have created several media art installations under our own brand Kabluka Light&Digital Sculptures.

I’d like to talk about each of these elements separately, because they all deserve special attention

What’s more, we’re currently working hard to transform the facade into an interactive media art installation—no one has ever done anything like this before! It’s going to be exciting!

It’s incredibly gratifying to see how this space instantly became popular and has already welcomed tens of thousands of visitors in such a short time! It’s alive and inspiring—even in such challenging times.

We are proud to be part of this large-scale project alongside the incredible team of Zynovii Kozytskyi, Liubomyr Bashynskyi, and Khrystyna Beregovska. Together, we are shaping a new aesthetic for Lviv—one that is bold, modern, and inspiring. And this is just the beginning!

The opening of the HORIZONS Business Center and ZAG GALLERY is a significant event in the life of Lviv, Ukraine, my life, and the AIMMteam

A large-scale project unlike any other—in terms of its values, architecture, and worldview. Our team of architects and designers has poured their heart and soul into every detail of the project.

This week, ZAG gallery opened its doors, bringing together 30 of Ukraine’s most expensive artists in one place, along with a work by Banksy from Borodianka.

A unique project, a unique experience!

This landmark project for Lviv and the entire country became possible during the Great War, first and foremost, thanks to our client—Zinoviy Kozytskyi—and the team led by Liubomyr Bashynskyi. We are deeply grateful to art director Khrystyna Beregovska for her vision and ambition, which have fostered unique cultural and artistic projects in Ukraine.

Starting February 20, we invite Lviv residents and visitors to enjoy art therapy and art education in our new spaces.

The magic of light and digital art from the geniuses of our beloved Expolight: Olena Yeremenko, Volodymyr Moroz, and Mykola Kabluka

Architecture, interior and lighting design, and the amazing power of art have created the perfect synergy thanks to high-quality work:

• Ivan Ivanovich, Mykhailo, and Mr. Roman—nothing would have been possible without you, because you are builders and People with a capital “P”
• Khrystyna Khobzey for the stunning design of the gallery and store
• The facade companies GLIMAR and Igor Untilov personally
• Landscaping by SB Group
• Landscaping by Eva and Olesya Klyushnyk

• Ventilation, Heating, and Air Conditioning by ApfelGroup—Engineering Systems and Vyacheslav Yablochnik
• Decorative Plastering by Nikita Hresnyuk
• Lighting Fixtures by C.I.FormVadym Artemenko
• Electrical Solutions by LEO-Energy
LAGET Fire-Rated Super Doors
• Acoustic ceilings by Stanislava Kruglyakova

And many others—the work of hundreds of people has led to this result.

To be continued

Construction of the unique “Children’s Voices” Childhood Center

Nothing for children without children! The foundation has been laid

We’re filled with emotion and continue to work with enthusiasm

Russian terror continues, cities are suffering, and as a result, the war continues to profoundly affect children’s mental health, lives, and development.

But we are confident in our country’s successful future. And today, despite an emotionally difficult day, we have good news: construction has begun on the unique “Voices of Children” Childhood Center!

This will be Ukraine’s first year-round facility for comprehensive psychological rehabilitation for children and parents who have been negatively affected by the war.

On June 5, in the picturesque village of Dzvinove in the Kyiv region, we gathered journalists, partners, human rights activists, diplomats, and families with children to celebrate the start of this great endeavor together.

Here, in this quiet forest clearing with a natural spring, we are creating a place where children can recharge, find support, laugh heartily—or simply sit in silence alongside those who understand their difficult experiences.

The event began symbolically—with the laying of a “time capsule” containing a message to the children of the future. Inside are words of support and hope. Because everything we’re doing now is for them and about them

Under the tent, a deep discussion took place on how to support children during wartime—with Olena Rozvadovska, Azad Safarov, Iryna Tulyakova, Sasha Romantsova, Nataliia Masiak, as well as children and families who are on their journey of recovery alongside the foundation.

“Children shouldn’t have to wait for the war to end to begin healing. We need to create safe spaces right now—where a child can once again feel safe, heard, and alive,” emphasized Olena Rozvadovska, co-founder of “Children’s Voices.”

Meanwhile, the children took part in activities, drew, played, and laughed. The venue also featured an exhibition of the children’s drawings depicting their vision of the future Center.

Guests were treated to refreshments outdoors (thank you to Ponchyk Boy, Smakuli, and the delicious pies from the “Taki Pirogy” bakery). And all of this was accompanied by traditional singing and dancing by the incredible Orelia

What is currently on paper will very soon become a reality. Children will be able to stay at the Center for 14 or 20 days, depending on the program. The facility will include dormitories, shelters, rooms for individual and group work with psychologists, art therapy, sensory integration, and recreational activities. Initially, the Center will accommodate up to 100 children at a time, and later—family groups as well. All services will be provided free of charge.

In just one year, in the summer of 2026, the Center will open its doors to its first children.

Revitalization: A Trend or a Dead End?

Anna Iskierdo, co-founder of the architectural firm AIMM, discusses urban revitalization: which areas of the capital need to be reimagined, what international best practices should be considered, what major challenges this process faces, and what the future holds for revitalization as a trend in Ukraine.

Revitalization: A Trend or a Dead End?

A New Residential Neighborhood in Uzhhorod

We recently unveiled a new residential neighborhood in Uzhhorod in collaboration with Sensar Development. We’d like to share a glimpse of how the future development took shape during the concept design phase. 

We took into account urban planning restrictions and the site’s specific characteristics, further analyzed external factors, and developed the future exterior design of the buildings. We will share more details about the project on our company’s website in the coming weeks.

PROSTONEBA Architecture Festival

The PROSTONEBA Architecture Festival opened with a discussion on socially responsible business. Speaking on behalf of the Ukrainian Chamber of Architects Foundation, she highlighted the results of their work and the importance of the architectural community coming together to achieve major goals in supporting the Armed Forces!

Iryna Pryma Larysa Zdorenko

Creator City Residential Complex

The Creator City Residential Complex is the first in Ukraine without air conditioning units on its facades. How can we preserve the building’s aesthetic appearance and avoid visual clutter? And at the same time, create a comfortable environment inside the building? Let’s figure it out together…

The secret lies in a unique central air conditioning system. It completely eliminates the need to install outdoor air conditioning units on the facades. Instead, they will be located on the building’s roof and in hidden technical areas (passageways and parking lots).

This system demonstrates significantly higher energy efficiency than conventional systems. Residents can use it simultaneously for both cooling and heating, and adjust the settings independently of their neighbors.

The design of the indoor units varies to suit different functional interior solutions. During the design phase, we conducted thorough noise level simulations and guarantee that the residential complex will be quiet and comfortable.

BIM: The Standard for Modern Design in Ukraine

Maksym Myatko shared his thoughts and suggestions during a discussion with experts on the importance of implementing BIM technologies in Ukraine. Today, BIM is the standard for modern design.

At AIMM, we use the BIM system, which allows us to integrate into the international paradigm. It is a tool for accurate budget planning and clear deadlines, which is critically important for developers and public projects.

Albion – a modern port with an administrative and recreational center

We design complex technological facilities, and one such project is the Albion river-sea port. This is an innovative port hub in the Izmail district. Our goal is to create a new level of logistics where efficiency is combined with comfort for people.

The design work was carried out on a complex site with existing infrastructure. Our solution was to create a high-tech port that includes three grain terminals, storage tanks for oil and fuel, and a key railway junction.

The heart of the port is a multifunctional administrative building. It serves as the main management center for the complex, combining an administrative wing, a hotel, a dining hall, and a full-scale fitness and wellness center with a swimming pool and a gym. We have also included a pedestrian bridge connecting to the terminals.

The site has been landscaped with modern amenities, including recreational areas, greenery, and artificial ponds.