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• In a New Light: Designing Lighting for Architectural Monuments

  Light doesn't just help us see in the darkness – it also adds a unique feel to any environment. This makes it invaluable to architects and lighting designers. Whereas with modern spaces, their task is straightforward, it’s less clear when it comes to working with historic architecture. How can lighting make it more relevant? And what can lighting designers learn from film directors? These were the topics of discussions at the international forum Light for Humans. Read on for the event’s keynotes.

  25.10.2024

• 5 More Observation Decks of St. Petersburg

  We love the Northern Capital from every angle, but to capture the most stunning sceneries of the city, you inevitably need to climb a bit higher. We've told you about some of the iconic observation points, but here are a few lesser-known spots (with a great view of St. Petersburg).

  20.09.2024

• Discover Wooden Architecture in St. Petersburg

  Although the wooden architecture of St. Petersburg is primarily concentrated in its suburbs, there’s still an opportunity to get acquainted with some of the finest examples without venturing outside the city. Where to find them? Read our article to find out.

  10.05.2024

• St. Petersburg’s Architectural Gems: Brutalism

  St. Petersburg is a town of three epochs – and each has added to its appearance, making it the city we know and love. Its historical center and suburbs reflect its past as the capital of an empire; recent additions to the city’s landscape, like the Lakhta Center or the new districts, speak of its ambitious present. Oddly enough, the city’s Soviet heritage is often overlooked in this regard – so, this time, let’s talk about one of its most impressive aspects: the Brutalist architecture.   

  09.04.2024

• 5 Moscow Spots in St. Petersburg

  Have you been to the Russian capital? What if we say that you need neither a train nor a plane to take a demo trip there – in fact, you can get a taste while staying right here in St. Petersburg! With this article, we’ll guide you through some iconic and hidden locations where you can feel Moscovite.  

  19.09.2023

• This Week in St. Petersburg: September 7-13, 2023

  School supplies purchased, first classes taken, peers reunited. Congrats! You’ve successfully completed the back-to-school challenge – your award is a freshly-baked game plan for post-school fun over the next seven days.

  06.09.2023

• Eco-Paths, Parks, and Glamping: Students Suggest New Tourist Attractions in Leningrad Oblast

  This July, students from ITMO, St. Petersburg State University (SPbSU), and HSE University presented their innovative tourist projects for Leningrad Oblast at the Summer School in Urban Studies. The students’ ideas will be implemented by the administrative bodies of Vyborg, Shlisselburg, and Staraya Ladoga to utilize the potential of these tourist destinations.

  09.08.2023

• 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