SUMMARY Architecture, whether physical or virtual, is the expression of a society realized as a meaningful space. Physical and virtual architecture have their own constraints and context, yet they both use architectural organization as a way to order forms and spaces in the environment. Both strive to create a meaningful place by defining space. The […]

SUMMARY Architectural Heritage is a result of long period of human activity reflecting the relationship between mankind and nature. The present cultural property reflects different living conditions and levels of development. Application of actual, innovative forms of presentation based on the principles of theory of monument preservation will enable to preserve heritage for the next […]

SUMMARY The majority of professionals and numerous amateur designers, active in this profession do not realize the scope to which design influences corporate marketing. Only seldom is design labelled as a supporting tool for advertising activities of institutions (CORPORATE ADVERTISING) or as its sale assistance. However, design as an important part of advertising is accepted […]

SUMMARY After political and social changes in 1989 historic sites in Slovakia are comming under a considerable pressure of new building activities. New design can be a danger for the appearance of our historic sites, but it can be also an effective method of architectural heritage protection and monument restoration. It is important to accept […]

SUMMARY Graphic design is a polysemantic term even thought it is not entirely applicable in the current digital environment. New expanded media, technologies and techniques have required not only new determination of graphic design but mainly a new statement and mission of a graphic designer. The paper provides basic information about graphic design in historical […]