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New AI Solution Helps Design Arctic Infrastructure
Researchers from the Intelligent Urban Planning Technologies Laboratory, part of ITMO’s Research Center “Strong AI in Industry,” trained AI to design industrial and port facilities specifically for the Arctic region. The new model can generate a full-scale model of the future site, reflecting all the peculiarities of the construction, the terrain, and the area’s harsh climate conditions, in just a few minutes.
25.07.2023
Sculpture, Architecture, and History: Exploring St. Petersburg’s Historic Cemeteries
Visiting a graveyard is an unlikely choice of weekend activity. Eerie atmosphere, superstition, and Gothic fiction have made cemeteries synonymous with the morbid and the macabre. Yet they have more to offer than just horror stories. Why not step outside and explore while the weather is nice?
14.04.2023
Explore St. Petersburg Through Details
From my experience, curiosity and a bit of luck can help you learn more about St. Petersburg than dozens of guided tours. Look up or turn a corner at the right time, and the city will reveal gems hidden from prying eyes. If you, too, want to learn to spot beauty in the details, this article will be a helping hand.
07.04.2023
The Many Kremlins of Russia
Ever visited the famous Kremlin in Moscow, the home of the President with its five palaces, four cathedrals, and a huge wall? Actually, there isn't only one Kremlin, there are many, all over Russia. Kremlin actually means fortress in the city, and we're going to introduce you to some of the most famous kremlins in the country in this article.
22.08.2022
The Art of Russian Glazed Tiles
Diverse Russian изразцы (izraztsy) – glazed tiles – make up an independent tradition and bear unique features that have developed over centuries. Let’s see what it’s all about.
11.07.2022
From Above: Observation Decks of St. Petersburg
Although St. Petersburg can't boast a hill-abundant landscape, don’t lose hope to enjoy a bird’s eye view of the city! Let’s climb a few (or a few hundred) steps together to discover the most stunning sceneries from and of the city’s centerpieces.
20.05.2022
Living in St. Petersburg: Architectural Layers
St. Petersburg is a city of incredible beauty and architecture. From the stunning Catherine Palace in the southern suburb of Pushkin to the Winter Palace right in the center of the city, St. Petersburg is a blend of Baroque, Classicism, Eclecticism, and Art Nouveau. But while the city center denounces high-rise buildings, the outskirts tell a different story. In a city of over 5 million residents, where does everyone live and what can you find if you venture out beyond the historical districts? Each layer of the city was built during a different era and reflects the history and attitudes of that time. Check it out.
23.11.2021
Saving The Past: Volunteering in Historical Restoration Projects
There’s no need to be a professional restorer, archeologist, or a bazillionaire to help the city preserve its architectural heritage and history. To prove that, here is our story on volunteering organizations and caring enthusiasts that you can join and make your contribution to St. Petersburg’s future through its past!
07.09.2021
Eiffel Towers of St. Petersburg: Controversial Landmarks of the Early 21st Century
Surprisingly or not, some of the most well-known symbols of individual cities and even entire countries had once been subjects of never-ending debates. The Eiffel Tower in Paris, the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, the Shard in London… But what about St. Petersburg? Here are some of the most recent architectural projects that have become a truly integral part of the city’s landscape despite the controversy surrounding them.
06.09.2021
Studio 44 Wins Zodchestvo Architectural Festival's Grand Prix for ITMO Highpark Project
Every year, the International Festival of Architecture Zodchestvo reviews national achievements in architectural and urban development in the cities and regions of Russia.
14.11.2020