Selected works
Sphere of Happiness, Varna
A 191 cm fibreglass sphere approved and subsidised by the Varna Cultural Fund and the Municipality of Varna, to be displayed in the city centre. Currently in production.
2026 · 191 cm diameter · Fibreglass composite · Municipality of Varna / Cultural Fund
Stroykomplekt HQ, Sofia
A permanent 200 cm diameter sphere commissioned for the company headquarters, delivered from concept to installation.
2025 · 200 cm diameter · High-gloss fibreglass · Permanent installation
Ritz-Carlton Residences, Istanbul
A high-gloss fibreglass sphere presented at Istanbul Art Weeks and acquired for the Ritz-Carlton Residences collection.
2025 · 80 cm diameter · High-gloss fibreglass · Istanbul Art Weeks, with Artopol Art Gallery
'Happy Times', Florida
A 191 cm diameter sphere created for an Atlantic coast residence and engineered for salt air, humidity, strong sun and wind.
2025 · 191 cm diameter · High-gloss fibreglass composite · Private waterfront commission
The process
From first visualisation to a finished landmark.
Render
A digital visualisation of the sphere placed in its future public setting.
Creation
The form taking shape in the workshop, before its high-gloss finish.
© 2026 Stiliana Alexieva.Result
The finished high-gloss sculpture — a few of the colours and lines have been tweaked by the clients — ready for installation.
Render
An early 3D study of the sphere, exploring form and scale before fabrication.
Primer
The full-scale sphere in the workshop, primed and ready for its colour composition.
Painting
High-gloss bands of colour applied by hand in the spray booth.
Installed
The finished sculpture on site, with the artist beside the completed work.
References
“Her sculptural concepts demonstrate a strong understanding of public space, visual impact and audience engagement.”
“She translates a joyful and visually striking artistic idea into a work that integrates naturally with the architecture and landscape of the site.”
“The sculpture demonstrated strong spatial presence and generated significant audience engagement throughout the event.”
“The craftsmanship, finish quality and visual presence of the work fully met our expectations.”
Materials & technical specification
- Material & structure
- High-gloss fibreglass-reinforced composite, hand-laminated as a seamless shell with concealed internal reinforcement. Made by a reputable EU manufacturer.
- Dimensions & weight
- Custom diameters from 1.0 m to 3.0 m, approx. 25–150 kg depending on size.
- Surface finish
- Ultra-smooth continuous curvature with no visible seams or air bubbles. Automotive-grade multi-layer paint, UV-stable, anti-yellowing, waterproof topcoat.
- Colour & coating
- Multicolour abstract RAL-coded design with a high-gloss mirror finish and long-term fade resistance.
- Durability & safety
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor installation. Weatherproof and heat-resistant (-20°C to +50°C), low-VOC non-toxic coatings, rust-proof hardware, built for long-term public-space endurance.
- Base & anchoring
- Reinforced base with concealed structure and a 4-point base plate. Compatible with concrete, gravel bed or platform foundations; custom bases available.
- Maintenance
- Simple wipe-down cleaning, with an annual clear-coat inspection recommended.
- Transport & installation
- Crate-secured for international transport in protective custom crates. Professional installation available (forklift or small crane if required). Production 3–5 weeks from deposit, with optional site-specific customisation.
- Origin
- Fabricated in the European Union.