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A cruise trip to Riga
18 Sep 2017

A cruise trip to Riga

by Katia Kolovea | posted in: Architecture, Travel | 1

At the end of June, it was the best moment to take a break from our studies and sail to Riga with Tallink cruise trip from Stockholm. I am excited that in the end, we managed to go!! Viola, Beatrice and … Continued

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Katia Kolovea lighting designer's biography

Hello my name is Katia, I am a passionate Lighting Designer with a background in interior architecture and product design! Welcome to archifos, an inspiring platform focusing on the power of light in architecture, design, art and everyday life! SEE MY STORY

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