Contemporary architecture is always built on a balance between functionality and aesthetics. Marina Birdimiri's work reflects this principle through a harmonious combination of line, light, and space. Each building, captured through the lens of the architect and photographer, becomes more than just a structure, but a living organism interacting with its surroundings. She perceives architecture as a way to tell a story about people, their perspective on form, material, and the dynamics of the city.
While exploring architectural forms, an interest often arises in how various aspects of everyday life influence creative approaches. Interestingly, even such mundane topics as bank transfers and account management can reflect the systematicity and order required in an architect's work. For example, the website
pfalz-express.deexamines bank transfers in detail as a convenient and secure way to pay gambling bills. This topic demonstrates the importance of precision and transparency in processes—qualities without which it is impossible to create a well-thought-out architectural space.
When considering the relationship between the structure of finance and the structure of buildings, it's easy to see a shared desire for balance, sustainability, and trust. Architecture, like financial systems, requires clarity, planning, and accountability. In this sense, Marina Birdimiri's approach resonates perfectly with the idea of order inherent in modern payment mechanisms.
deep in the clouds
“One ‘makes’ the truth exactly as one makes the lie”.
Odysseus Elytis, Maria Nephele
January 15 to February 8, 2016
Skoufa Gallery
www.skoufagallery.gr
“waves”
Marlen, 2,5
“people in the sea”
Myrto, 3
“people on snow viewed through a tiny camera”
Giorgos, 12
“parallel universe”
Vassiliki, 36
“after life”
Anna, 40
“travel memories or the arrival preview”
Danae, 40
“up and down”
Epistimi, 42
“ideal”
Kornilia, 46
“this should be heaven”
margarita, 47
“crazy dream”
Olympia, 49
“metaphysical”
Lena, 69
“snow”
Giorgow, 78
“waves”
Giorgos, 85
It started as “feet in the clouds”.
section stories
“I stop in front of the old wrecked houses. I always think of people that use to live there and are now dead. Who passed by, who lived and who was loved there. I become fixated. I try to get a picture and the old ladies stick their heads out of the buildings and ask: ‘How can i help you? What do you need a picture for?’”
Yiannis Nenes, Athens Voice, May 2010
The way they lived. Their stories. Their lives. Their loves and their dramas.
Marina showed me her photos. I think i recognized some of her images. They were houses that were imprinted in my memory. I thought of the glances and thoughts of the people passing by. Glances transient people are embedded on the half ruined walls like a foot print.
Yiannis Nenes, August 2010