We first met Dimitar Nikolov during Imagining Cities – a symposium for situated practices within the Nine Elephants Festival, where his imaginative approach to urban space through sculpture immediately stood out.In this conversation, we talk about the dialogue between art and the city, how young people engage with public space, the value of temporary interventions, and the ways in which material and place carry memory and meaning. This interview is featured in the Urban Story

The conversation revisits the topics introduced in the earlier piece “ The Red List of Sofia – Threatened Spaces Unfolded ” [1] , which we published at the beginning of the year. Viktoria Draganova and architect Viktor Damov explore how urban spaces acquire “social value,” what civic participation looks like in everyday life, and how young people reclaim the city through small but meaningful actions. The text is part of the Urban Storytellers Journal – a publication that foll

Frank Quante, former CEO of Burgas and Varna airports, and artist Boryana Rossa reflect on their collaboration to bring art into airport spaces, creating environments that combine creativity, human-centered experiences, and a sense of inspiration for travelers. During his time at Varna Airport, Frank explored ways to integrate greenery and art, while Boryana created The Woman and the Universe, a sculptural installation inspired by flight, public art, and female figures. Vikto