OAR Brașov-Covasna-Harghita is the territorial branch of the Romanian Order of Architects serving architects in Brașov, Covasna and Harghita counties. 11 Its headquarters are in Brașov, at Șirul Beethoven no. 1. 211
The branch represents and supports the professional interests of architects in its area, and its elected bodies carry out representative, leadership, decision-making and oversight functions. 6 It provides professional information and consultation, including on legislation, practice procedures, internships and the right to sign architectural work. 16 Its public-facing work also includes consultation with authorities on urban planning, public space, built heritage and development projects. 1
The branch supports architecture competitions and cultural programmes, including Arhitectura.6, a biennial organised in partnership with the OAR branches of Sibiu-Vâlcea and Mureș. 1213 Its activities have included exhibitions, public events and debate on architecture and urban development, as well as engagement with local authorities on projects such as the Piața Sfatului competition in Brașov. 11214 Its regional remit is the three counties named in its title, while some projects are undertaken with partner branches beyond that territory. 1112
The branch was founded in 2001 as an autonomous branch of the Romanian Order of Architects. 11 The supplied website material names Răzvan Ion Dracea as branch president, while the OAR’s current branch listing names Mihaela Stoian. 13 The latter listing also identifies executive secretary staff Lavinia Anton and Adriana Pascu. 3