In the early 2000's, a creative group of associates came together; and the architectural, art, and design workshop and studio "ARTIDEA" was established under the guidance and directorship of architect/designer Yaroslav Mikhailovich Antonyuk, who had recently graduated from the Saint Petersburg State Art and Industry Acadamy of St. Petersburg, Russia. Formerly referred to as the Vera Mukhina Higher School of Art and Design, this well-respected institute was founded by Russian philanthropist Baron Alexander von Stieglitz, in 1876, and is now credited as the source of today's most innovative artists, sculptors, and designers.

 

"ARTIDEA was founded on three principles: love, desire, and freedom", says Director Yaroslav Antonyuk. "Our company has mainly specialized in projects related to the protection and preservation of nature, which is currently in dire need of help and environmental outreach. We strive to raise awareness about nature conservation through our designs and work."



Even in this day and age, the creation of nature and visitor centers is still an undeveloped area. Therefore the work of ARTIDEA, these past ten years, has been very challenging and difficult, but has given their company recognition as number one in the land of the former Soviet Republics, including but not limited to countries in Euro-Asia, for the design and creation of nature and visitor centers in nature reserves and the national parks of the Republic of Kazakhstan.  "Our nature and visitor centers promote and tell the story of the most unique natural territories in the Republic of Kazakhstan, and shed a light on the treasures of nature. We aim to show the value of nature in its pristine and make sure the centers we create pay the utmost attention to the environment and educational activities about the environment."