Final qualifying works by bachelor's and master’s students from the SPbGASU Department of Architectural and Urban-Planning Heritage (AUPH) were presented at the XXXV International Review-Competition of the Best Final Qualifying Projects in Architecture, Design, and Art, organized by the Interregional Public Organization for the Promotion of Architectural Education (MOOSAO). The entries competed in two categories: "Reconstruction" and "Restoration of Cultural Heritage Sites." All 10 projects submitted to the competition were awarded First-Degree Diplomas by MOOSAO. Furthermore, nearly every project received additional recognition from various professional organizations.
Nomination "Reconstruction"
Bachelor’s degree graduate Artem Baykov (supervised by Associate Professor Elena Baulina and Senior Lecturer Galina Fedotova from the Department of AUPH) presented a concept for the development of Petrovsky Island and the reconstruction of the V. I. Lenin Stadium in St Petersburg as part of a competition. The project aims to create a unified recreational space on Petrovsky Island. It proposes restoring the historical layout of Petrovsky Park, improving the beaches, setting up playgrounds, and incorporating retail and exhibition pavilions, a track-and-field stadium, and an amphitheater.
The work has been awarded a 1st-degree diploma by the MOOSAO, as well as diplomas from the Union of Architects of Russia and the Union of Restorers of Russia.
Artem Baykov. Concept for the development of Petrovsky Island and the reconstruction of the V. I. Lenin Stadium in St Petersburg
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Bachelor’s graduate Marya Prikhodko (supervised by Evgenia Shuvaeva and Ekaterina Litova, Associate Professors at the Department of AUPH) entered the competition with a project titled “Reconstruction of the Murmansk Marine Biological Station on the Kola Peninsula (settlement of Dalniye Zelentsy).” The project proposes repurposing the former scientific station in the settlement of Dalniye Zelentsy into a tourist center. The concept includes a hotel, wellness facilities, walking trails, and public spaces, designed to transform the site into a destination for recreation and tourism.
Awards: a 1st-degree diploma from MOOSAO, as well as diplomas from the Union of Moscow Architects and the non-profit partnership "Russian Association of Restorers."
Marya Prikhodko. Reconstruction of the Murmansk Marine Biological Station on the Kola Peninsula (settlement of Dalniye Zelentsy)
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Master’s graduate Margarita Yaganova (supervised by Evgeniya Shuvaeva) focused her work, titled “Preserving Areas with Historic Wooden Architecture in Tula,” on approaches to protecting architectural heritage and developing areas with due regard for their historical value.
The work was awarded a 1st degree diploma from MOOSAO, a diploma from the Union of Restorers of Russia and an award from the National Association of Prospectors and Designers (NOPRIZ).
Margarita Yaganova. Preserving Areas with Historic Wooden Architecture in Tula
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Master’s degree graduate Valeriia Finina (supervised by Nadezhda Akulova, PhD of Architecture, Head of the Department of AUPH) presented a project titled “A Concept for the Preservation and Development of the Ekateringofka River Zone.” The work focuses on preserving the industrial heritage of the area along the Ekateringofka River in St Petersburg and integrating it into the contemporary urban environment. The proposed solutions include the adaptive reuse of historic industrial buildings and the enhancement of pedestrian accessibility throughout the area.
Awards: a 1st-degree diploma from MOOSAO and a diploma from the Russian National Committee of the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS).
Valeria Finina. Concept for the Preservation and Development of the Ekateringofka River Zone
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Nomination : "Restoration of Cultural Heritage Sites"
Bachelor’s degree graduate Fуdor Zhdanov (supervised by Elena Baulina and Galina Fedotova) submitted a final qualifying project titled “A Concept for the Restoration and Adaptive Reuse of the ‘Krasny Oktyabr’ (Red October) Power Plant (CHP-5) in Saint Petersburg.” The project aims to restore the historical appearance of the power plant—one of the first facilities built under the GOELRO electrification plan—and to find a new purpose for this industrial architectural complex. The author proposes transforming the site into a technopark featuring laboratories, workshops, and research and exhibition spaces, thereby integrating heritage preservation with the development of modern technologies.
Awards: a 1st-degree diploma from MOOSAO, as well as diplomas from the Union of Moscow Architects, the Russian Committee of ICOMOS, and the Union of Architects of the Republic of Tatarstan.
Fуdor Zhdanov. Concept for the Restoration and Adaptive Reuse of the "Krasny Oktyabr" Power Plant (CHP-5) in St Petersburg
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Bachelor’s graduate Mikhail Volkov (supervised by Elena Baulina and Galina Fedotova) entered the competition with a project titled “Concept for the Restoration and Adaptive Reuse of the Vocational School and Forestry School Buildings in Vyborg.” The project explores the potential for repurposing historic educational buildings to meet contemporary needs. It proposes housing supplementary education facilities—including a Palace of Creativity and a “Quantorium” children’s technology park—within these structures, while preserving their architectural value.
The work was awarded a 1st-degree diploma by the MOOSAO and a diploma from the Non-Profit Partnership "Russian Association of Restorers."
Mikhail Volkov. Concept for the Restoration and Adaptive Reuse of the Vocational School and Forestry School Buildings in Vyborg
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Bachelor's graduate Polina Leontyeva (supervised by Elena Baulina and Galina Fedotova), completed a project titled “Restoration and Adaptive Reuse of the Baryshnikov Estate in the Village of Aleksino, Smolensk Region.” The project aims to preserve the estate complex while adapting it for a new purpose. It proposes the creation of a wedding venue, a hotel, and tourism infrastructure, which would restore a public function to this historic estate.
The FQW was awarded a first-degree diploma by the MOOSAO, as well as diplomas from the Russian Committee of ICOMOS and the Tatarstan Regional Branch of the All-Russian Society for the Protection of Historical and Cultural Monuments (VOOPIK).
Polina Leontyeva. Restoration and Adaptive Reuse of the Baryshnikov Estate in the Village of Aleksino, Smolensk Oblast
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Master’s graduate Olga Kiseleva (supervised by Lyudmila Kaloshina, Associate Professor at the Department of AUPH) presented a project titled “Preserving the Historic Environment of ‘Model’ Houses from the 18th–19th Centuries in Vologda.” The study identified 102 such “model” houses in Vologda and categorized them into five distinct types. Based on an analysis of the historic urban fabric, the project offers proposals for preserving the architectural character of these city blocks and restoring the integrity of the urban environment.
The work was awarded a 1st-degree diploma by the MOOSAO and a diploma from the Tatarstan regional branch of the VOOPIK.
Olga Kiseleva. Preserving the Historic Environment of "Model" Houses from the 18th–19th Centuries in Vologda
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Master's graduate Grigory Bryukhov (supervised by Lyudmila Kaloshina) participated in the competition with the work "Preservation of the Cultural Landscape of the Pregolya River Valley, Kaliningrad Region." The project considers the Pregolya Valley as a single system in which architectural monuments, the urban environment and the natural landscape are interconnected. It is proposed to restore historical sites, adapt them to modern use and develop water, cycling and pedestrian routes.
Awards: a 1st-degree diploma from MOOSAO, as well as diplomas from the RAACS, the Union of Moscow Architects, and the Russian Association of Restorers (a non-profit partnership).
Preservation of the Cultural Landscape of the Pregolya River Valley, Kaliningrad Region
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Master’s graduate Ulyana Bystrova (supervised by Evgenia Shuvaeva) presented her final qualifying thesis, titled "Adapting Historic Industrial Sites in Vyborg." Her research examines 30 industrial heritage sites in Vyborg, some of which have lost their original functions and are no longer integrated into the city’s active urban life. The author has developed proposals for adapting these sites for contemporary use—including the water tower on Batareynaya Hill, the former Matti Pietinen carpentry factory complex, and various port buildings.
The work was awarded a 1st degree diploma from MOOSAO.
Ulyana Bystrova. Adapting Historic Industrial Sites in Vyborg
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Congratulations to the project authors and their academic supervisors on their well-deserved awards!
You can view the submitted projects in the gallery of diploma projects on the MOOSAO website.
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