The document was signed on July 7, on the Day of the Architect. The parties agreed to support educational and research initiatives, as well as to work together on events and the development of methodological materials.

"Special attention will be paid to initiatives for sustainable urban development and the formation of a unique architectural image of Moscow. This interaction is aimed at developing a professional community, promoting high standards of design and strengthening the dialogue between practitioners and researchers in this field. Our task is to develop competencies within the environment and create conditions for the implementation of projects that the city needs," said Vladislav Ovchinsky.

This year, a competence center was established at the Mosproekt-4 Institute, where advanced solutions for the city are developed and tested. The team includes architects, designers, engineers, and other experts who work daily with representatives of government and municipal agencies.

The Competence Center combines tradition and innovation in design. Together with the Union of Architects of Russia, which has extensive experience working with the professional community, this educational project will become an experimental workshop and a promising place of work for talented young people.

https://stroi.mos.ru/news/mosproiekt-4-i-soiuz-arkhitiektorov-rossii-podpisali-soghlashieniie-o-sotrudnichiestvie

A new competence center has been created in the capital on the basis of the Mosproekt-4 design Institute. The reorganization will bring the design of the urban environment to a qualitatively new level. This was announced by Vladimir Yefimov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Urban Planning and Construction.

"The creation of the basic institute marks a return to the best traditions of the Moscow School of Design, enriched with modern technologies. The new competence center will become a platform where advanced solutions for the capital will be developed and tested, from smart public spaces to new generation construction projects. Special emphasis will be placed on the introduction of BIM technologies, which will reduce construction time and significantly reduce the cost of implementing urban infrastructure facilities," said Vladimir Yefimov.

The Center for Architectural and Engineering Competencies will combine traditions and innovations in design. It will become a promising workplace for young talents, an experimental workshop for testing and developing pilot solutions.

"The new structure is conceived not only as a design institute, but also as an educational center. It will train a new generation of designers and engineers, hold international competitions and create an environment for the professional growth of young professionals. The formation of an expert center will provide new opportunities to realize the potential of future professionals, and the creation of a scientific and technical council will allow us to assemble the best solutions for engineering and design. We are creating not just a new organization, but a modern urban planning center that will help make Moscow an even more comfortable and technologically advanced city," said Vladislav Ovchinsky, Minister of the Moscow Government and Head of the Department of Urban Planning Policy of the capital.

www.mos.ru/news/item/154 908 073/

The department of architectural and technical visualization appeared on the basis of Mosproekt-4

The department’s specialists perform a full range of tasks to create photorealistic 3D models.

A new department of architectural and technical visualization has been created at the Mosproekt-4 Design Institute. Its main task is to provide a high level of graphic support for architectural and urban planning projects in the capital. This was stated by Vladislav Ovchinsky, Minister of the Moscow Government, Head of the Department of Urban Planning Policy, which is part of the Complex of Urban Planning Policy and Construction of the City of Moscow.

The new department brought together a professional team of visualization architects with many years of experience in the field of architectural visualization and presentation graphics. Specialists perform a full range of tasks to create photorealistic 3D models — exteriors, interiors, complex buildings and landscaping. Government customers, developers, architectural and design organizations who are interested in professional architectural visualization and digital project support are invited to cooperate.

"Today, visualization is an important tool for interaction between architects, customers and citizens. With the development of artificial intelligence technologies and digital tools, architectural graphics have become an integral part of the design process. The creation of a new department will allow Mosproekt-4 to improve the quality of design solutions and strengthen the institute’s position as a modern technological center of urban planning competencies," Vladislav Ovchinsky said.

The specialists of the new Department of Urban Planning Policy are an experienced team, which has projects for leading Russian developers and architectural bureaus. Now they work closely with Mosproekt-4 architects and engineers at all stages of design. This allows you to create aesthetically pleasing and technically accurate visual solutions. The use of artificial intelligence and visual analytics allows you to perform a full cycle of graphical project support, which makes the department one of the few capable of providing such functionality in Moscow.

Mosproekt-4 JSC is one of the leading design institutes in Moscow, founded in 1968. The Institute specializes in architectural and engineering design of urban infrastructure, cultural and public spaces, and participates in the implementation of key urban development programs in the capital.

https://www.mos.ru/news/item/161 829 073/

The Moscow design institute "Mosproekt-4" has returned to its historical name, "Mosproekt," which it bore since 1930. This was announced by the Minister of the Moscow Government, Head of the Department of Urban Planning Policy, which is part of the Moscow Complex of Urban Planning Policy and Construction, Vladislav Ovchinsky.

The new full name — "Scientific Research Institute for the Design of Civil Construction Facilities and Integrated Territorial Development 'Mosproekt'" — reflects the modern characteristics of the fundamental design institute, which undertakes the full-cycle architectural and engineering design of key facilities in the city of Moscow.

"Mosproekt is the oldest design institute in Moscow. The monumental residential architecture of the 1930s, the metro, the Palace of Soviets project, post-war Stalinist Empire style, standard residential districts, and Khrushchyovkas — all of this was developed in the workshops of Mosproekt, managed by outstanding 20th-century architects: Konstantin Melnikov, Alexey Shchusev, Ivan Zholtovsky, Moisei Ginzburg, Nikolai Ladovsky, and others. Today, the revived Mosproekt accumulates the knowledge, experience, and expert base of all leading design institutes and is becoming a unified center for the full-cycle design of civil construction facilities and integrated territorial development in Moscow," said Vladislav Ovchinsky.

The renewed institute has reverted to its first historical name from 1930, when the architectural and design workshops of the Mossovet were transformed into the unified "Mosproekt," whose tasks included the development of standard residential and industrial construction projects. In the 1960s, the design institute split into four organizations: "Mosproekt-1" focused on designing residential buildings, while "Mosproekt-2" undertook the reconstruction of the city center and the design of unique facilities. The tasks of "Mosproekt-3" included urban environment development and landscaping, and "Mosproekt-4" specialized in designing unique buildings in the fields of healthcare, sports, culture, and leisure. Thus, "Mosproekt-4" becomes the successor to the original Mosproekt, which will turn 96 years old this year.

https://www.mos.ru/news/item/166265073/

The submission of applications for the first open competition for young designers, "New Image," has begun in Moscow. The competition aims to showcase the creative potential of emerging architects and designers. This was announced by Vladimir Yefimov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Urban Planning and Construction.

"The competition will serve as a platform where young talents can not only express themselves but also gain the opportunity to bring their ideas to life on a citywide scale. Students of specialized universities, young architects, and professionals under the age of 30 are eligible to participate. The winners will receive cash prizes, commemorative diplomas, and the opportunity to realize their projects. The total prize fund amounts to four million rubles," said Vladimir Yefimov.

Participants will be tasked with reimagining the appearance of urban facilities and proposing fresh solutions in four categories: "New Image of a City Governance Institution," "New Image of a Departmental Administrative Institution," "New Image of a Healthcare Institution," and "New Image of a Physical Culture and Wellness Institution."

Applications for the competition and project development can be submitted until May 15. From May 16 to June 25, young professionals will take part in working meetings and workshops, where they will be able to refine their ideas under the guidance of experts.

"This competition is an important step in engaging young people in the development of the city. We look forward to bold ideas that will help make Moscow even more comfortable and modern. Project presentations before the competition jury will take place in early July, and on July 6, Architect’s Day, the awards ceremony for the winners will be held," said Vladislav Ovchinsky, Minister of the Moscow Government and Head of the Capital’s Department of Urban Planning Policy.

For more details and to submit an application, please visit the competition’s official website.

https://www.mos.ru/news/item/168 234 073/