Renovation of mass residential development in late 1950s-early 1970s in St. Petersburg: problems and perspectives

Abstract

This article is devoted to the problem of transformation of morally and physically outdated mass residential development of the 1950-60-ies of St. Petersburg. This problem is particularly acute for the first series of panel dwelling development, the life of which is coming to an end. In this article the concept of space development of the residential panel dwellings of the “first generation” (the 1950-ies – the 1960-ies), based on the modern tendencies and the European experience is presented. The important points are the permeability of residential development, focus on the formation of social contacts; the concept of yard-garden and active implementation of the green component, the cultivation of pedestrian and road traffic.

Architectural and urban planning evolution of the industrial area near Moskovskaya Zastava in Saint Petersburg

“…The foremost developed industries in the late 19 th century in Saint Petersburg were those that met the needs of the army, the navy, and the royal court. The industrial environment became the core of the city's new districts [5]. The construction process used various metal structures, progressive engineering techniques, and unusual spatial solutions and layout design.…”