Vol 10, No 19 (2025)

This article analyzes the activities of Trust No. 11, a key construction unit of the Ministry of Aviation Industry in Kuibyshev. Its evolution from fulfilling emergency government assignments to establishing a centralized structure that implemented advanced industrial methods in the city's construction is explored. Organizational and managerial aspects, technological innovations (including the development of special technical specifications and the introduction of high-speed flow methods), as well as personnel and resource policies, and the use of hired labor and special contingents are examined in detail. Trust No. 11 became a testing ground for mass housing construction models based on standardization, prefabrication, and assembly-line labor organization, foreshadowing future nationwide programs for standardized housing construction.

Former industrial zones are increasingly attracting attention as housing development sites. Their well-developed infrastructure and convenient transportation links make them attractive to investors. Redevelopment projects include plans to create modern transportation arteries, commercial, and social facilities. However, such initiatives face challenges. Uniform architectural designs and a lack of local amenities can render new neighborhoods monotonous and lacking in character. Therefore, it is important to preserve the "Spirit of place" and the unique atmosphere of the surrounding area. This requires a comprehensive approach to planning and implementation that takes into account local characteristics and the needs of residents.

The purpose of this article is to study the application and properties of natural stone used in the construction of the Samara embankment. The architectural design of the four stages of the embankment is analyzed, including descriptions of hardscape, monuments, and fountains. The characteristics of the rocks used for construction and cladding, their properties, and possible deposits are described. A study of the use of natural stone materials in the four stages of the Samara embankment is also conducted.

This article examines the key urban planning realities of the city's street and road structure development, influenced by the functioning of the existing transport and pedestrian system. The key findings of a comprehensive field survey of the Kazan street and road network are presented. Based on these findings, challenges in the urban development of transport infrastructure elements that may be common in modern Russian cities are formulated and systematized. Recommendations based on accumulated experience for a step-by-step solution to these identified problems are provided.

This article examines modern practices and approaches to designing sustainable eco-architecture for tourist centers. Examples of completed tourist and visitor center projects around the world demonstrating these principles are analyzed.

Club-type housing is a relatively new typology in the luxury real estate market. This article examines the evolution of club buildings in Russia. An analysis of the properties revealed certain characteristics of this typology, using specific examples of domestic developments. In today's fast-paced, hectic world, people seek to isolate themselves as much as possible within their homes and surround themselves with comfortable conditions. Therefore, creating a space characterized by comfort, a variety of architectural techniques, and modern technologies is a key challenge for developers and architects. Club-type housing offers the opportunity to meet all the trends and demands of modern society in the housing sector.

The article examines trends in the professional life of Samara architects in 2025. A collection of statements by representatives of the architectural community on public platforms and in the media is analyzed.