Authors

Akhmer Alfina K., Akhtyamova Rezeda Kh.
Additive architecture: a strategy for the flexible renewal of the existing urban environment

Architecton: Proceedings of Higher Education №2 (94) June, 2026

The role of additive architecture as a strategy for the sustainable renewal and development of the urban environment is defined. This approach enables the transformation of buildings without demolition or destruction of the existing structure while preserving partial or full structural and cultural integrity. The article formulates a typology of additive interventions, analyses the principles of functional flexibility, and identifies the advantages and limitations of this method. Particular attention is paid to the relevance of the approach within the context of Kazan, where the mismatch between outdated spaces and modern requirements reinforces the need for flexible architectural solutions.

Raimov Kamil R., Akhtyamova Rezeda Kh.
Architectural and functional transformation of infrastructure spaces: international practices and the concept of “permeability”

Architecton: Proceedings of Higher Education №2 (94) June, 2026

The paper examines architectural strategies for mitigating the barrier effect produced by transport infrastructure, which fragments urban fabric and reduces pedestrian connectivity. The study reviews international projects that re-purpose infrastructure-related territories across three recurring spatial situations: over-deck, under-viaduct, and adjacent-to-infrastructure. An analytical framework is proposed through the concept of “architectural permeability”, integrating morphological connectivity, programmatic compatibility, and perceptual legibility. A comparative analysis identifies transferable design techniques: continuous pedestrian and cycling routes, hybrid public and recreational programs embedded into infrastructure zones, and targeted work with lighting, planting, wayfinding, and human-scale spatial articulation. The findings show how these techniques transform infrastructure from an isolating engineering object into an active civic framework.

Abdullina Adelya I., Akhtyamova Rezeda Kh.
Applying a phenomenological approach to renovating Houses and Palaces of Culture in the context of youth identity crisis

Architecton: Proceedings of Higher Education №2 (94) June, 2026

The article examines the philosophical foundations of applying a phenomenological approach to the renovation of Houses and Palaces of Culture as a means of overcoming alienation and addressing issues of personal and sociocultural identity among contemporary youth. Through a phenomenological lens, the study explores profound questions of human "dwelling" within an environment and self-identification with a place of habitation, whereby architecture serves as a medium for individuals to find an existential foothold. By engaging with phenomenological scholarship, the research enables: an analysis of concepts such as "Genius Loci," a building's "atmosphere," and the "sensory characteristics" of architecture; a revelation of the "home" as a fundamental phenomenon of human existence, and of Houses and Palaces of Culture as places of tranquility, memory, and identity for the modern individual; and a rethinking of the renovation process to conceptualize the integration of the phenomenological approach into both the research and practical work at 20th-century heritage sites.

Sinelnikova Olga Yu., Akhtyamov Ilnar I., Akhtyamova Rezeda Kh.
The problem of insecurity of public buildings in the context of safer architectural environment design

Architecton: Proceedings of Higher Education №1 (89) March, 2024

The tragic events of our time force architects and related specialists to reflect not only on the issues of dealing with critical consequences of emergency situations, but also on their prerequisites. In most cases, structural engineering and technical means of protection are used to ensure the safety of public buildings. This study analyzes international experiences in designing administrative, cultural and leisure and educational facilities regarding possible architectural safety criteria, which suggests a number of problems that require special attention when creating protected public spaces.

Shayakhmetova Safiya R., Akhtyamova Rezeda Kh.
Design criteria for temporary buildings and structures after natural disasters

Architecton: Proceedings of Higher Education №1 (89) March, 2024

The purpose of the study is to develop design criteria for temporary prefabricated structures after natural disasters based on the analysis of developments and projects of foreign and domestic architects and researchers in the field of temporary prefabricated construction.
The main criteria for the design of temporary prefabricated structures have been identified as follows: safety, comfort/quality of life, social aspects, accessibility, residents' involvement in the construction phase/participation in housing creation, transportability and speed of assembly/flexibility of transportation options/use of standard lifting and shunting equipment, modularity/versatility, environmental compatibility, adaptability, cost-effectiveness.
The creation of temporary structures that provide for all basic needs, comfort and rapid response after a disaster is a solution to the problem of transition from loss of home to complete restoration of the affected area.

Sultanova Liliya A., Akhtyamova Rezeda Kh.
Methods of adapting the architecture of commercial buildings

Architecton: Proceedings of Higher Education №2 (86) June, 2024

The purpose of the study is to identify methods of adapting architecture using the example of commercial buildings. The main conclusions of the study are presented in the form of a concept of “adaptive architecture”, classification of adaptive architectures, and methods of building adaptation at different levels as identified during the analysis. These conclusions may provide a basis for developing recommendations for the design and restoration of commercial buildings. Adaptations of commercial structures already implemented in design practice are overviewed.

Vafina Dinara A., Akhtyamov Ilnar I., Akhtyamova Rezeda Kh.
MODERN TRENDS IN THE DESIGN OF CHILDREN'S CAMPS

Architecton: Proceedings of Higher Education №4 (80) December, 2022

The article reviews domestic and international experiences in the design of children's camps, campsites, recreation centers, and spas related to the topic of recreation, for both children and adults. The main development criteria were identified, which provided a basis for analysis of all child recreation typologies. Basic requirements for the treatment of the spatial environment of these camps are formulated and the main trends in their development are identified.