The Solovetsky Archipelago Development Concept by RTDA |
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| DESIGN NAME: The Solovetsky Archipelago PRIMARY FUNCTION: Development Concept INSPIRATION: The dramatic history of the Solovetsky (Solovki) archipelago remembers the times when this place was the setting of the famous Russian Orthodox Solovetsky Monastery complex, and when a camp for political prisoners (GULAG) was placed here. The archipelago is located away from the mainland and most of the time is inaccessible to tourists and pilgrims, the time seems to have stopped here. Being a national treasure, the territory will be a great example of development, which intends both to preserve the spiritual, historical, natural heritage, and to implement the UNESCO principles of sustainable tourism. UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Urban planning solutions are designed to preserve nature and monastery privacy, to revive traditional crafts and to create modern living conditions. They aimed at using energy-saving technologies and alternative energy sources to minimize the use of diesel fuel. Separate collection of waste and use of environmentally friendly waste recycling are provided. It is planned to switch to environmentally friendly modes of transport and restrict car traffic on the historic roads of the archipelago. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: The development concept provides for rehabilitation and maintenance of unique natural and cultural landscapes being in optimal balance between man and nature. For sustainable development, no expanding of the built-up area and a modest new construction are planned. The development of tourism activities is based on the principles of sustainable tourism introduced by UNESCO. It is proposed to restrict the tourist flow at the existing level and to bring tourist routes under control. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: The Solovetsky archipelago is located in the Onega Bay of the White Sea, Russia. The project has began with the construction of an airport runway in the summer of 2019 and is expected to be completed by 2025. |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: The huge territory of the project provides for its phased development: the construction of a runway for stable connection with the mainland, the construction of infrastructure facilities for tourists and residents, the development of traditional types of economic activity, the restoration of historical roads, a drainage system and dams.In general, it will take 7 years. SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: The development area is 28 834 hectares TAGS: Heritage, Unesco, Russian North, sustainable development, revival RESEARCH ABSTRACT: During the concept development, a lot of research work was done to study the existing situation, the limitations of the Russian legislation on the protection of monuments and UNESCO regulations. CHALLENGE: The project was a challenge from the first step. Since the territory is difficult to reach from the mainland, it was a quest to get to this historically, naturally and culturally significant place to study it. The concept required strong coordination with sociologists, representatives of the Russian Orthodox Church and regional authorities. ADDED DATE: 2020-02-11 10:57:53 TEAM MEMBERS (4) : Chief Architect: Dina Dridze, RTDA, Urban Planner: Ganna Omelyanenko, RTDA, Architect: Mikhail Skorokhod, RTDA and Architect: Yulia Kalitseva, RTDA IMAGE CREDITS: Image # 1: Creator (Mikhail Skorokhod, Architect, RTDA) Image # 2: Creator (Mikhail Skorokhod, Architect, RTDA) Image # 3: Creator (Mikhail Skorokhod, Architect, RTDA) Image # 4: Creator (Yulia Kalitseva, Architect, RTDA) Image # 5: Photographer (Yulia Kalitseva, Architect, RTDA) PATENTS/COPYRIGHTS: Copyrights belong to RTDA |
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NAME: RTDA PROFILE: The company name – RTDA - accurately covers all aspects of the company’s activity: Research. Territory development. Architecture. We are experts in architecture and urban planning, masterplanning and provide a wide range of services, whether it be urban planning research, space planning, architectural design, interior design or a comprehensive concept for the development of the territory. Our mission is to create comfortable living conditions within Russia by creating a favorable environment for people and society. |
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The Solovetsky Archipelago Development Concept by Rtda is Runner-up for A' Design Award in Urban Planning and Urban Design Category, 2019 - 2020.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with RTDA. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by RTDA. |
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