TMTN MASTER’S DISSERTATION PROJECTS

Student: Bokor Henrietta
Coordinating Professor: Arh. Dr. Ing. Mihai Muțiu

This paper explores the potential of multisensory interior design as a means of reconnecting with nature and with the values of authentic rural life. The project proposes the interior design of a restaurant and a wine cellar located in the Burgenland region of Austria — an area characterized by strong winemaking traditions and significant historical and cultural value — making it an ideal context for creating an experience that integrates local traditions with sustainable approaches and contemporary design trends.

The main objective of the project is to create a space where guests not only enjoy local gastronomy but also engage in a holistic and immersive experience that stimulates all the senses — from taste and smell to touch, hearing, and sight. Each space is conceived as part of a narrative spatial sequence — a “village within a village” — where atmosphere, materiality, and light contribute to a sense of well-being, calm, and belonging.

This sensory journey is carefully designed to reflect the essence of the place, the rhythm of nature, and the cultural identity of the region. From the soft morning light filtering through the tall windows of the restaurant to the gentle coolness of the wine cellar, each area becomes a setting for rediscovering simplicity and serenity. The proposed interior interventions aim not to disrupt but to enhance the authenticity of the rural context, transforming each visit into an emotional encounter with space and community.

The research investigates the impact of interior design elements on user experience, drawing on theories of multisensory aesthetics, environmental psychology, and sustainability. The methodology includes case studies, direct observations, and interviews, which collectively inform the design process in a coherent and applied manner.

The project respects the vernacular character of the existing architecture and reinterprets it through subtle interventions that incorporate natural local materials, ecological solutions, and contemporary ambient design strategies. More than a design exercise, this thesis represents a reflection on the capacity of spatial environments to generate authentic emotions, foster connection, and support inner balance.

Student: Ciobanu Robert Paul
Coordinating Professor: Ș.l. dr. arh. Maja Bâldea

This paper presents the challenge of a transdisciplinary study that explores issues of semiotics in relation to historical architecture, ethical considerations and conduct in interventions on historical buildings, concepts and factors of sustainability, material technologies, as well as the capacity to evaluate the efficiency of such interventions compared to widely used and established typologies.

The success of the research lies in uncovering new perspectives that frame historical buildings as opportunities within the built environment, demonstrating their potential to be both efficient and revalorized. By employing diverse and economically viable architectural programs, the conversion of a historic building into new functions exemplifies the wide range of possibilities and opportunities that historical architecture can offer.

This research is intended primarily as an example of an operational approach rather than as a manual or a universally applicable system, as it requires continuous adaptation to the specific conditions and challenges presented by each historical space.

Potential issues highlighted by this research include the difficulty of developing a broadly applicable guide, as well as the risk of generalizing typologies and intervention techniques without sufficiently considering the particular context of each historical building.

Students: Sebastian Fejes-Sava
Coordinating Professor: Conf. dr. arh. Andrei Racolța

This work aims to redefine the identity of a restaurant through the integration of parametric architecture into interior design, employing modern and futuristic elements while creating a seamless connection between exterior and interior architectural expressions.

The restaurant is part of the Boca Boutique Hotel, owned by SC Hartl Ernst Imobiliare SRL. The construction of the hotel began in 2002 and was completed in 2005. Over the past decade, the building has undergone several functional transformations. The upper floors were converted from hotel rooms into office spaces, while the secluded floor was transformed from a nightclub into office space. Currently, the upper floors have returned to their original function as hotel rooms, whereas the secluded floor continues to operate as office space.

This research seeks to translate architectural visions into spatial realities by exploring the intersection of architectural technology and urbanism, while also integrating parametric design with emerging technologies. One of the most significant impacts of parametric design in architecture is its capacity to generate complex, fluid, and dynamic forms, resulting in spaces that are not only visually striking but also environmentally responsive and sustainable.

By examining the relationship between technology, architecture, and urban development, broader concepts such as sustainable cities, digital replicas, 3D printing, and artificial intelligence are brought into focus, reshaping both the perception and the conditions under which we design and construct the built environment. The integration of parametric design with emerging technologies — including artificial intelligence, 3D printing, virtual reality, and augmented reality — opens new frontiers, with the potential to streamline design and construction processes, reduce material waste and human error, and contribute to the creation of more adaptable and resilient built environments.

Students: Bota Ariadna-Maria
Coordinating Professor: Ș.l.dr.arh. Otilia Tudoran

The present paper aims to develop a boutique hotel located in the center of Arad, in close proximity to the „Ioan Slavici” National Theatre — an important cultural institution that frequently hosts guests from the artistic community. Establishing a shared relationship between this cultural landmark and a hospitality facility has the potential to generate value not only for the city and its local community, but also for artists and for individuals interested in immersive socio-cultural experiences capable of transporting them into an unconventional yet historically grounded ambient framework.

This initiative represents a return to a defining moment in the evolution of artistic communities — a recalibration of collective creative practices that have gradually diminished under the accelerated development of technology, which has increasingly distanced the artist both from the artistic process and from meaningful interaction with other members of the community, whether local or international. In the past, artists would gather to exchange ideas, debate personal and professional beliefs, and pursue goals that transcended individual self-affirmation, placing greater emphasis on the act of artistic creation itself. Within this social context, artistic production evolved toward an exploratory dimension, encouraging engagement with complex conceptual frameworks rather than focusing solely on the refinement of representational techniques.

The project seeks to establish the foundations of a hospitality unit whose objectives extend beyond accommodation and basic services. By generating a cultural impulse within a highly significant urban area, the intervention has the potential to trigger a broader revitalization process throughout the central perimeter of the city, gradually enhancing its value through sustained cultural activity. This process may contribute to the development of a collective spirit aware of its own cultural significance — one that supports what individuals consciously or unconsciously seek: meaningful experiences, emotional engagement, and authentic encounters.

Thus, the proposal addresses not only the revitalization of an urban context but also the creation of a space with a distinct identity capable of stimulating dialogue, inspiration, and a genuine sense of belonging. Ultimately, the project aspires to restore the city as an authentic setting where culture, aesthetics, and social exchange naturally intertwine in a continuous process of transformation and mutual enrichment.

The research component aims to formulate directive guidelines adapted to contemporary social and spatial realities, which will subsequently inform the interior design proposal in order to respond to the real needs of the users directly or indirectly involved in this community of interest. The intention is to develop a comprehensive project understood both as an operational mechanism and as an intervention firmly anchored within the existing urban scale.

Consequently, the relational structure between the interconnected spaces will be carefully defined, as these spaces will serve as the contextual framework for the unfolding of the proposed narrative strategy. This approach will result in a synthesis of visual communication elements throughout the process of generating spatial volumes that resonate with the atmospheric and environmental character associated with Impressionism.