Ekaterina Yamolova
student
Saint-Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Saint-Petersburg
Russian Federation
Urban Design and Landscape
The idea of this project is to create a modern and unique space for children, teenagers and young people attending a cultural center on Sobchak Square in St.… more
Mariia Redkolis
advisor
Komsomolsk-on-Amur State University
United States of America
My architectural focus centers on adaptive reuse, workplace design, and transforming existing… more
The project proposes a successful transformation of the square into a safe and green space oriented toward children and young people. The concept of the "Pipe" as a unifying art object is vibrant and functional, creating the character of the place and linking the project's areas. The sculpture garden enhances the cultural potential of the area and provides an opportunity for interaction with contemporary art.
Pros
• The "Pipe" concept is vibrant and memorable.
• Improves the safety and ecology of the square.
• Expands the functions of the cultural center through an open exhibition area.
• The distribution of activities for different age groups is insufficiently explained.
• More details on the operation of the "Tube" during different seasons and during high attendance would be appreciated.
• The technical aspects require clarification (lighting, safety, durability of materials).
Overall, the project is promising and impressive, but needs some clarification on the functional scenarios and technical solutions.
07.12.2025