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Aranchii Architects is an architectural practice founded in Kyiv in 2008 by Dmytro Aranchii. The studio focuses on architecture, masterplanning, interior design and industrial design. Aranchii Architects advocates compustainism — anapproach to architectural design that harnesses innovative technologies to achieve the values of sustainability, and both human- and nature-centred thinking. The studio’s projects have been recognised with prestigious international awards and featured in leading global publications.

Founder

Dmytro Aranchii holds both technical and architectural degrees. He studied at the Architectural Association School of Architecture in London (Design Research Laboratory programme). He is the author of Algorithmic Methods of Architectural Morphogenesis, a book that systematises computational approaches within architecture. A TEDx speaker and author of numerous public lectures, he is a visionary and an advocate for contemporary architectural culture. Dmytro also serves as Director of Strategic Development at the Faculty of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Design at KAI.

We are united by the desire to bring something new into architecture, and our research is aimed at designing solutions for the future — to make them real for people today.

Aranchii Architects is an architectural studio founded by Dmytro Aranchii in Kyiv. Since its foundation in 2008, we have been creating architecture that adapts, responds, and evolves alongside its users — from the scale of the city to the scale of a detail — guided by the principles of innovative technologies, sustainability, and local traditions.

Our portfolio ranges from large-scale masterplans to small experimental projects. We focus on essence rather than scale — whether in urban planning, architecture, interior, or product design. Our work has gained international recognition, confirming the uniqueness of our approach.

In our projects, we seek a balance between computational precision and human perception, between the digital and the natural, between form and meaning.

Automated design and robotic fabrication go hand in hand with sustainability, circular economy, and environmentally conscious approaches.

We offer a new Ukrainian vision of architecture — one that merges the advantages of global progress with the revival of vernacular traditions.

Founder

Dmytro Aranchii holds both technical and architectural education and studied at the Architectural Association School of Architecture in London. He is the author of Algorithmic Methods of Architectural Form-Making, a book that systematises computational approaches in architecture. A TEDx speaker, lecturer, visionary, and advocate of contemporary architecture, Dmytro also serves as the Director of Strategic Development at the Faculty of Architecture, Construction and Design at KAI.

Technology is a vital instrument in creating architecture, yet the essence of our studio lies in the people who use it.

The Aranchii Architects team is a community of like-minded individuals driven by change — united by shared values and a pioneer’s gene.

Everything we create is born from the Ukrainian code at heart — a code that thinks freely, creates boldly, and breathes the future.

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History >

Aranchii Architects, founded by Dmytro Aranchii in Kyiv, has developed a diverse portfolio since its inception. The firm first gained recognition for computational and algorithmic architecture, delivering competition-winning concepts like the PJ Poetica sales office and redesigns of iconic urban structures. Over the years, Aranchii has blended traditional architectural craftsmanship with parametric design methodologies, pushing boundaries while remaining sensitive to local context. Their history is a journey from academic explorations to built realities that shape living environments across Ukraine.
The Aranchii Architects team comprises architects, computational designers, project developers, and environmental consultants who work collaboratively on every project. Skilled specialists in parametric modeling, green technologies, and sustainable materials join forces to address aesthetic, functional, and ecological challenges. Whether working on small residential designs or large public infrastructure, the group emphasizes teamwork, interdisciplinary communication, and innovation. Their collective expertise ensures that projects not only look striking but also perform efficiently and responsibly in their environments.

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Philosophy >

Aranchii Architects is guided by a philosophy that merges algorithmic thinking with human-centric design. Each project begins with site analysis, cultural narrative, and environmental priorities. Parametric modeling and computational tools are used not as ends in themselves, but as means to explore form, light, climate, and atmosphere. The firm believes architecture should adapt to user needs and local ecology. Design is both disciplined and poetic — producing structures that balance creativity, sustainability, and purpose in equal measure.
Sustainability is central to the ethos of Aranchii Architects. From projects like Sustainable Continuity, they demonstrate cradle-to-cradle thinking: materials lifecycle, green roofs, modular, transportable frames, and geo-pile foundations that reduce site disturbance. Environmental performance is assessed at every design stage: energy efficiency, passive solar, and heat recovery ventilation are often integrated. Their approach goes beyond compliance: it aims to anticipate environmental challenges, minimize carbon footprint, and positively contribute to urban ecosystems across Kyiv and beyond.

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The value of people >

At Aranchii Architects, people are not merely users of space, but co-creators of the architectural narrative. Each design process values community input, human comfort, and social sustainability. Team members bring diverse perspectives, and clients are engaged early—contributing to design decisions and outcomes. Equally, the wellbeing of inhabitants underpins their approach: daylight, natural ventilation, acoustic quality, and spiritually uplifting spaces matter. Ultimately, Aranchii sees architecture as a service to people — creating buildings where people flourish.
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