Students get acquainted with the design site
Students from the SPbGASU Department of Architectural Environment Design (AED) have begun developing a concept for the comprehensive improvement of the embankment in the Sverdlovskoye urban settlement, Leningrad Region. The coursework is based on a real-world brief provided by the company RITM Development LLC. The best project selected will be implemented in collaboration with the developer.
Students are tasked with proposing an architectural and spatial design for a 0.24-hectare public space. The site is located in the settlement of Sverdlov, within the Vsevolozhsky Municipal District, and is intended for the creation of a modern recreational area that offers a comfortable environment for residents.
The design process requires conducting a preliminary analysis of the site to identify its specific characteristics and improvement potential, as well as developing a functional zoning plan, a pedestrian and transport scheme, and an overall visual concept. Particular attention must be paid to integrating the waterfront into the existing architectural and urban fabric of the neighborhood.
Project proposals should include the creation of walking and recreational areas, bicycle paths, scenic overlooks and viewing platforms, and spaces for relaxation, as well as the installation of outdoor lighting and climate comfort features, such as canopies and pergolas. Furthermore, it is necessary to design convenient and safe access points to the water, including stairs and ramps that take into account the needs of people with limited mobility.
Key requirements for the development include preserving the existing natural terrain, ensuring residents have free access to the waterfront, enabling year-round use of the area, and implementing a drainage system that prevents polluted runoff from entering the water body. The proposed solutions must be not only aesthetically compelling but also technically feasible and economically sound.
The term project will allow students to work on a real-world brief from a builder and go through the key stages of developing a concept for a public space—from site analysis to the preparation of a comprehensive architectural and master-planning proposal.
The primary outcome of this collaboration will be the opportunity to bring the best student project to life, in partnership with RITM DEVELOPMENT (Specialized Developer LLC).