Manifesto
Hristo Tritakov, PhD
architect, aquatecture specialist and (maybe) more
Architecture in the marine environment should be used as a significant tool for solving global, urban planning and social problems in the search for a high-quality living environment that advantages the sustainable and positive future development of human civilisation.
The appropriate aquatory use will contribute to developing new perspectives and expanding urban planning ideas, which should be sufficiently predictable and prepared for the rapid increase of the human population in the 21st Century.
aquatecture the book
Case Studies
Aquatecture - Potential of Architecture in Water Surroundings
Beykent 1st INT Symposium of Design for Living with Water
This paper aims to analyze the architectural opportunities for building and living in the water area...
2019
The Parallel Reality of Living in Water. A New Environmental Approach - the "Aquatecture"
Beykent 1st INT Symposium of Design for Living with Water
The ancient underwater cultural heritage of the Black Sea coast continues to be rich and well preserved, but it is still undeveloped...
2019
Special Prize for Innovation
Archinova Architecture Awards 2025 / Urban Environment Elements
Project: Urban Air Purifier
2025
Best Public Interior - 3rd prize
Dibla Design Awards / Showroom
Project: Messembria Winery
2024
Best Single Family Houses - Nomination
Archinova Architecture Awards 2022 / SFR Projects
Project: House with Bunker 2
2022
Best Recreational Complexes - Nomination
Archinova Architecture Awards 2022 / Leisure Centres
Project: Origami Floating Houses
2022
Best Single Family Houses - Nomination
Archinova Architecture Awards 2021 / SFR Projects
Project: House with Bunker 1
2021
Best Concept - Winner
Archinova Architecture Awards 2020 / Concepts
Project: Habitat Red Sands
2020
Kiribati Floating Houses - Finalist Mention
Young Architects Competitions
Project: Urban Air Purifier
2020
Best Public Interior - Winner
Dibla Design Awards / Hotels
Project: Belchin Spring Spa Complex
2019
Aquatecture 2018 - Top 50 Entry
Volume Zero
Project: Deep Sea Science Research Center
2018
International Best Diploma Project - 3rd prize
VI INT Festival of Arch, Civil Engineering and Design Schools of Eurasia
Project: (under)Water Colony
2016
Best Diploma Project - Winner
Union of Architects in BG / Chamber of Architects in BG / Amfion
Project: (under)Water Colony
2016
Best House of the Year - Winner
"Idealen Dom" Magazine / Student Projects
Project: House with Atrium
2015
Testimonials
A multiple award-winner, an established author, an architect and an academic professional, Dr. Hristo Tritakov is not only a creative individual, but also committed to better lives of many in the world with his expertise in ‘Aquatecture’. He has researched extensively about existing water settlements worldwide.
Johnny D / zerobeyond
Media Publications






Get In Touch
Message me at hristo.tritakov@gmail.com5>
New Perspectives
18 November 2024
Zerobeyond Interview
It is always fascinating to meet professionals, who have achieved great academic success with their research and studies. Each individual, with their respective expertise, enlightens one’s life in an amazing manner. I hold very high respect for individuals, who pursue doctorate in their quest towards perfection in their fields. Honestly, I not only envy them, […]