JBA Journal of Balkan Architecture JBA 2955-2532 2955-2540 Balkan University Press 10.69648/MDZH3965 223 Presentation Article From Design to Reality: The Journey of Macedonia’s Luxor Hotel and Casino Miloshevska Janakieska Marija Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, International Balkan University 01 11 2024 89 97 CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

This paper presents a recently constructed building - Hotel and Casino, located in Blace, North Macedonia, showcasing contemporary architecture, innovative design, and modern technology usage. Through a combination of description, design documentation, renderings, and real-life photographs, the process from conception to completion will be presented. The building is not just a place for luxury and entertainment but also stands as a model for transforming modern architecture in the region. Therefore, the location, the functionality, the structural system, the façade design, and the interior decoration will be thoroughly explained. By highlighting these features and presenting important details from the building, this paper will show the importance of architectural design and the role of the architect in the project as the main leader.

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