Arch. Dikov has graduated from the Higher Institute of Architecture and Construction – Sofia in 1978. As of 2006 he is the Chief Architect of Sofia.Mr. Dikov's formerly held positions include national centre for regional development ltd - deputy executive director (1990-2006), private practice – head of design company "ProArch" Ltd. – (2000-2003), scientific, research and design institute for regional and urban planning and architecture (1978-1990).He is also member of the Union of Bulgarian Architects and holds a valuation & approval license from the Bulgarian Agency of Privatization.The international experience of Mr. Dikov is related to a number of international assignments, participation in several international urban planning competitions and urban planning projects in Angola, Libia, Syria and Vietnam; participation in a number of international conferences and seminars particularly within the UN-system and a number of regional conferences. At such events Mr. Dikov has served as moderator and facilitator.