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Project • By UPA Italia by Paolo Lettieri ArchitectsTheaters

The Green Face

The Green Face Competition – The Pushkinsky Cinema, that now is facing a threat to its magnificent identity by enormously sized commercial hoardings, sprawling surrounding markets and lack of space around to make its presence felt and appreciated, can best be revived, not by alteration or imposition, but by delicate, mild and minimal intervention.Instead of changing the iconic character of the building, the aim was to retain the basic identity and clad the side façades with vertical greens, a sort of mix of various ivy and other creepers to make it into a living wall. This would not only bring about a tremendous amount of relief to an otherwise hustle-bustly area, but at the same time, complement and accentuate the geometry of... More

Project • By LEFTdesignRestaurants

Tirol

"Tirol" is an alpine cuisine restaurant  located in the center of Siberia, in Krasnoyarsk. While creating the interior we were inspired by the nature of Alps and the traditional alpine chalet. We wanted to create something new, to show our interpretation of this style that stands on a solid foundation of tradition and expirience. References to this warm and soulful style can be found in the wall cladding with rough and handcrafted stucco, ceiling beams and shutters on the windows, reminiscent of the traditional mountain house elements. The hand-painted ceilings is a way to feel yourself on a blooming apline meadow where glass dew drops sparkle, Vladimir Barabash Vladimir Barabash Vladimir Barabash The fireplaces finishe... More

Project • By INDOffices

Raiffeisen TechCenter

The concept of the Raiffeisen TechCenter, the IT department of Raiffeisen Bank in Omsk, is based on IT+ART=DIGITAL ART — a global, bright, dynamic, inspiring — a modern reading of timeless values.  Caption The meeting rooms are inspired by the works of prominent residents of Omsk — artist Damir Muratov, musician Egor Letov and poet Timofey Belozerov. Three different types of art — visual, musical and poetry are transferred on a digital basis and realized in spaces of active discussions and birth of new ideas.  QR codes have been placed in the meeting rooms, which can be used to find out more about the identity of the inspirer of the design concept. Caption In the reception area there is an insta... More

Project • By INDMasterplans

Masterplan of the central embankment of Sochi

The masterplan for Sochi's central waterfront is based on the principles of future-oriented design and the desire to create a world-class waterfront that will provide a sustainable future in harmony with the coastal environment. The concept is based on the idea of transforming the waterfront from an alienated mega-space to a system of multi-scale spaces that meet modern demands for multifunctionality and reflect a local identity. Caption Caption The concept proposes a symbiosis of a dynamic city and rich nature and elements — the waterfront will become a guide between the saturated urban environment and the unique landscapes of Sochi National Park, Dendrarium. The masterplan combines all the objects of the waterfront into a... More
Silk Factory, Naro-Fominsk
Silk Factory, Naro-Fominsk
Silk Factory, Naro-Fominsk
Silk Factory, Naro-Fominsk
Silk Factory, Naro-Fominsk

Project • By Mei architects and plannersMasterplans

Silk Factory, Naro-Fominsk

Mei architects and planners developed a grand innovative plan to transform the site of the former Silk Factory in Naro-Fominsk, a city two hours driving from Moscow, into a lively area. The program of 50.000 m2 is mixed-use, a novelty in Russia, and will turn the abandoned industrial site into a vibrant small city full of new energy. Loft-style apartments in the characteristic old factory buildings will be combined with a mixture of shopping, culinary, cultural and sport facilities for the families of Naro-Fominsk and visitors from the Moscow region. With this unique and promising plan, commissioned by the Ostov Group who already developed many successful projects in Naro-Fominsk, the Silk Factory complex will become the new historical city... More

NewsNews • 27 May 2021

SAOTA translates their South-African modernistic sensibilities into a Russian context for the Silver Pine villa

In a unique pocket of natural pine forest close to the Moscow historic center, SAOTA realized a contemporary home with an outward orientation. The volume contrasts a more closed off gray exterior with a warm colorful interior. Sergey Ananiev   Advanced glazing systems provide insulation during the extreme Russian winters and floods the interiors with as much natural light as possible in these dark months. The architects opted for silver grey metal cladding to enhance the green of the surrounding trees. Sergey Ananiev   On the monolithic street facade side a backlit bronze entrance signals the warmth of the interiors. The designers conceptualized the villa as a geode that reveals a shimmering crystal interior. Sergey... More

NewsNews • 18 Nov 2020

Industrial Russian tower retrofitted with a loft-style contemporary workspace

Within a 19th century industrial building in St Petersburg, Art Gluck has introduced a modern office that meets the functional requirements of a contemporary building whilst maintaining the history of an industrial artifact.   Dmitry Tsyrencshikov The existing tower has a footprint of 10 square meters and a height of approximately 8 meters, allowing for a three-level space that accommodates an entry lobby (with wardrobe and bathroom), office space on the second floor and a recreation area with a kitchen and small library on the third level. The three levels are linked with a light metal staircase.  Dmitry Tsyrencshikov A particular challenge into the retrofit was creating even daylight throughout the building. The seco... More

NewsNews • 19 Oct 2020

ZOYA Museum takes its cue from historic village surroundings

In Petrischevo Village, outside Moscow, ZOYA Museum by Architectural buro A2M is located on a large field site surrounded by a small, primarily single-storey village. A historic site dating back to the Great Patriotic War, the shapes and layouts of the existing village are interpreted through different volumes into the architecture of the new museum. Ilya Ivanov With a total area of 2,500 square meters, the two-storey ZOYA museum includes an exhibition area, café, gift shop and associated amenities. Each hall within the museum is articulated as an independent volume, with views over the historic landscape that surrounds. Ilya Ivanov The different architectural volumes are united with a colonnade the runs the perimeter of... More

NewsNews • 24 Jun 2020

Moscow’s Grechka Lab Bakery peels back layers to reveal an eclectic pre-revolutionary atmosphere

The Grechka Lab Bakery by Veter Architects aims to recreate the pre-revolutionary atmosphere of a Moscow bakery within an existing building dating back to 1914.    Mikhail Loskutov With its bright interior and high ceiling, the building originally contained a bakery that was part of a large chain of Moscovian bakeries called ‘Titov and His Sons.’ Although a grocery store subsequently replaced the bakery, the building façade still retains an antique sign from the 1920’s reading ‘Bakery OTD M.G.K.I.O.’ Mikhail Loskutov Working to keep and restore what has been found under layers of finishing materials applied over the years, the space conveys a natural uniqueness, rather than delibera... More

Project • By MAD ArchitectsOffices

Cargill office in Russia

Moscow based architectural bureau Mad Architects has developed a project of the new Cargill company’s office – one of the leaders in the global agriculture and food supply industry. New department of the corporation is located in the center of Krasnodar andin the office with area of 1800 sq. meters. Design-code of the space is based on the “Floral” motifs, ideas of comfort and naturalness. The concept opens with a live phytocomposition made from real wheatears. It is located behind the reception desk. In addition, there is ribbed walls and big lamps.  Various design elements are also made with natural colors such as aquamarine, brown and verdigris. At the same time, the office filled with natural light which gi... More

Project • By INDExhibition Centres

Chkalov Showroom

The architectural concept of the project is based on a crystal—not only is it an attractive symbol that can be identified with success, light and solemnity, but it is a many-sided element too. Each edge of the crystal catches the light and reflects its own reality. Chkalov is a hotel complex showroom that will combine several functions. It will have a trading segment and residential apartments and will offer the visitors an opportunity to come in touch with modern art. In addition to considerable capabilities of the hotel complex, one of the edges of the crystal reflects its economically advantageous location: proximity to a transportation hub (several subway stations are nearby), an artistic pool (ArtPlay and Winzavod), and trading f... More

Project • By Simon RastorguevTownscapes

3D Model of the city of 19th, 17 and 13 centuries

Our company created a 3D model of Yaroslavl in the framework of a global project, details of which will be published later. The city model contains more than 2500 buildings: the entire development of the UNESCO zone, detailed monuments and a buildings of adjacent territories. Also, the 3D model includes the rest of the city.Vimania company completes the development of 3D models of Yaroslavl at the end of the 19 — early 20 century, as well as the 17th and 13th centuries.Each of the three-dimensional models includes more than a thousand buildings — historical monuments. Specialists of the company developed a special retrospective analytical technique, thanks to which, using the 3D model of modern Yaroslavl and a huge numbe... More

Project • By Simon RastorguevExhibitions

SPIEF exhibition stand

Our new project is a stand for the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.As part of the project of the exhibition space of the Yaroslavl region, two concepts were proposed:1. Composition using a design of flexible LED RGB-tubes (LED DMX neon), allowing you to change the color or generate an image.2. The concept of "Air, land, water", where the dynamic bands are exhibition pedestals for objects. They symbolize the rapid growth of the Yaroslavl region industry.Also in the exhibition space proposed the use of holographic projection technology with the use of a projector-fan and AR-portal technology, which allows you to visit various cities in the region.More info: http://vimania.ru/w/стенд-для-пмэф-spief/Authors: Simon Rastorguev, Alexey... More

Project • By Simon RastorguevCities

Kursk 2032

The project was selected to participate in the 2nd round of the Open Architectural Competition "Kursk 2032" to create a concept for the restoration of the historical and cultural appearance of the central part of the city of Kursk.Understanding, symbolizing the landscape, restoring its architectural and town-planning integrity in subordination to existing cultural heritage sites, based on historical research and modern approaches in creating a comfortable urban environment is the basis and frame for the transformation of the territory of the center of Kursk. The complex, majestic layering of epochs, stages of town planning development becomes visible, through the tactful designation of objects and structures that have not reached our time.... More

Project • By INDMuseums

Water Tower redevelopement concept

Work under the competitive project of Shcherbinka water tower redevelopment has begun with acquaintance to history of the place and communication with residents of the area. It turned out that the Tower is very symbolical for them. The building around has been constantly changed, but the Tower remained the same, so for people it's associated with their children's memoirs, personality formation and important emotions. From discussions we have concluded the strategic decision — we are going to perform the most delicate work with the building and try to keep the tower's silhouette. For this purpose we have lifted the multipurpose hall — it is located on the second floor, having left the tower basis open. In uniform style with the volume of the... More