Villa Dr. Juvan

Originally built as the residence of Maribor’s first interwar mayor, Dr. Alojzij Juvan, the villa was designed by Maks Czeike, an influential architect trained under Otto Wagner. Over time, the historic building required extensive structural and energy upgrades to prevent decay. Acquired by a new owner to serve as headquarters for an IT firm, our office was commissioned to lead its comprehensive reconstruction and adaptive reuse. Developed in close collaboration with the Institute for the Protection of Cultural Heritage of Slovenia (ZVKDS), the renovation prioritized heritage preservation alongside full seismic reinforcement. While the facade and interior staircase retain their authentic historic identity, the internal layout was thoroughly modernized. Clear-glass spatial divisions, herringbone oak flooring, exposed concrete ceilings, and minimal design elements harmonize the building’s rich history with modern technological functions, successfully returning this urban jewel to dail