On the front façade of the Helios Medical Center, a marvelous creation has come to life—a mosaic named Arega, which radiates like a beam of light in the heart of Yerevan. This work of art was born from the dream of the center’s founder, Helen Azaryan, who wished to express their mission, vision, and the desire to open a new heart within the urban space through the language of art.

The conceptual foundation of this creation is rooted in a story inspired by an Armenian folk tale. In that tale, a wise woman speaks of a tree that embodies all four elements of nature—earth, water, air, and fire. At the end of the story, she says, “That tree is called Armenia.” This symbolic image became the philosophical core of Helios—envisioning a space where a person reunites with the elements as part of a greater whole.

Helen Azaryan shared this idea with artist Karen Hakobyan, who proposed to embody it through a mosaic—a work of art that would encapsulate the symbolic story and the powerful interaction of the elements. Thus, the visual composition was born: the delicate profile of a woman represents a transitional phase, while the other half—physically absent but implied—is us, the people who enter Helios and connect with the four elements.

This dream was brought to life through the refined craftsmanship of mosaic artist Siranush Aghajanyan. She combined three powerful mosaic techniques—traditional Byzantine, mixed media, and a contemporary pixelated method. The depth of the old and the freshness of the new breathe as one, creating a scene that captures attention and becomes a magnificent gift to the city of Yerevan.

The artwork covers two walls of the main entrance, spreading over approximately 30 square meters, reaching 6 meters in height and 7 meters in width. Yet its impact is not in its size—it reaches the viewer through the heart.

Various types of natural stones and decorative ceramics, cut and shaped using different techniques and sizes, were used as raw materials. From an art historical perspective, this is considered a monumental work of art within the urban environment, harmonizing with and adorning the architectural façade of the building.

The composition is asymmetrical and horizontal, culminating on the left side with the semi-profile of a young woman. The scene continues to the right, flowing in the strands of her hair—fluttering in a gust of wind, intertwining with the raging waves of the ocean, and then calming into blossoms and lush green foliage. Everything is interwoven to create a sense of continuous motion, transformation, and life.

The work is meant to be viewed from at least 30 meters away—only then can one fully appreciate its power, charm, and subtle message. It not only decorates the building’s façade but also brings a fresh, pure breath into a beautiful corner of the city.

Arega is art that lives with people.

It reminds us that even in the bustle of city life, there can be a wall that makes you stop, smile, feel, live, and remember—you are the Sun.