WOWHAUS WORLD

PASSIONATE ABOUT CITIES

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WOWHAUS WORLD
PASSIONATE ABOUT CITIES

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ABOUT
15 YEARS OF
EXPERIENCE
Wowhaus World is UAE registered Wowhaus is a collaborative practice Wowhaus was founded in 2008 in Our design method is research-
architecture studio operating active in all fields of architectural Moscow by architects Oleg Shapiro based. It helps identify stakeholder
in multiple territories. We are design and urban studies, and Dmitry Likin and was at the requirements in order to present the
introducing our 15 years’ expertise focusing on civic and residential forefront of the “New Urbanism” most sustainable and appropriate
in urban design and territory urban design and mobility, movement in Russia. We were architectural solution and to predict
development to the growing market of masterplanning, hospitality among the first to successfully its social and investment efficiency
the Middle East. industry and culture. revitalise public spaces and with a high degree of accuracy.
reconnect cities with their
inhabitants.

450
PROJECTS
Our portfolio consists of more than Sustainability and the environment Wowhaus has gained acclaim in Our team is ex-territorial and is
450 projects of various typologies, are our key focus areas. We have international competitions. Our located in several cities around
with more than 30% of them already worked in a wide specter of climate collaborative work methods have Europe and the Middle East, we
built. contexts from the Far-North to the made it possible to successfully have an established practice for
Caspian Sea. cooperate and form together online collaboration and project
with such global architectural management as well as a dedicated
practices as Bjarke Ingels Group team based in UAE for efficient local
(BIG), Kengo Kuma and Associates, communication.
Coop Himmelb(l)au, Tony Fretton
Architects.
WHAT WE DO
1 2 3 4
Urban Planning Public Spaces Cultural Recreational
and Educational and Hospitality
Architecture Architecture
THE WOWHAUS METHOD
PRE-PROJECT ANALYSIS

USAGE SCENARIO DEVELOPMENT

TARGET AUDIENCE STRATEGY DEFINITION

DESIGN
MASTER PLANNING
From residential or mixed-use developments to emerging
cities — our team of urban planners is equipped to bring forth an
effective and elegant plan targeted at the best quality of life for its
future inhabitants
POST-OLYMPIC SITE BECOMES
A BUSTLING SEASIDE RESORT
Ecologically and economically sustainable
redevelopment of a post-Olympic legacy site

12 Sirius Seaside Promenade and Linear Park

Master Planning
Before After

Sochi, Russia, on the shore of the Black Sea 13

SUSTAINABLE URBAN REGENERATION OF THE
DEVELOPMENT OLYMPIC VENUES
The project is a model for environmentally and The coastal zone development program includes
economically sustainable urban development, the the regeneration of the Olympic venues by
new area is integrated with the existing transport extending their functionality
network

14 Sirius Seaside Promenade and Linear Park

Master Planning
AUTONOMOUS
INFRASTRUCTURE ECO-MOBILITY
The commercial infrastructure of the new district Pedestrian infrastructure includes multiple usage
includes hospitality (2.2 ha), retail (1.7 ha) and scenarios in line with the concept of eco-mobility
dining facilities (1.5 ha)

Sochi, Russia, on the shore of the Black Sea 15

ECOSYSTEM RESTORATION
Flood-prone areas and rainwater harvesting
ponds will help restore the unique local
ecosystem

16 Sirius Seaside Promenade and Linear Park

CLUSTERS FOR DIFFERENT

Master Planning
ACTIVITIES
Sports (112 ha), tech (23 ha) and cultural (27 ha)
clusters will be developed along the reinforced
coastal strip

Sochi, Russia, on the shore of the Black Sea 17

A FORMER INDUSTRIAL AREA IS TURNED
INTO A NEW URBAN CENTER
A turn-key solution for transformation of a defunct
dam construction facility in St Petersburg

18 Architectural and Urban Development Solutions for Gorskaya Territory

Master Planning
Before After

Saint-Petersburg, Russia, on the shore of the Baltic Sea 19

TOP LEVEL TEAMWORK SELF-SUFFICIENT AREA
The international competition winning An economic model with a payback period of 10
strategy for the development of a 127-hectare years has been developed
former industrial site north of St Petersburg;
developed in collaboration with the Austrian
architectural studio Coop Himmelb(l)au and the
internationally renowned consulting company
PriceWaterhouseCoopers

20 Architectural and Urban Development Solutions for Gorskaya Territory

MORE THAN 8,000 NEW JOBS HARBOUR ACTIVATION

Master Planning
The new autonomous business district with The promenade is the main public space of
a light-industrial focus will create more than Gorskaya, it activates the harbour and links
8,000 jobs and strengthen connectivity within the all the functional areas into a single structure
St Petersburg agglomeration, setting the course
for polycentric development

Saint-Petersburg, Russia, on the shore of the Baltic Sea 21

NEW IDENTITY
The project proposes a new identity for new
urban settlements, a model that can be applied
to other potential areas

Proposal for museum building:

Coop Himmelb(l)au

22 Architectural and Urban Development Solutions for Gorskaya Territory

LIGHT-INDUSTRIAL+

Master Planning
The light-industrial function, with an area of 31.8 ha, including
storage and small retail spaces, is complemented by a 3 ha tech
cluster for 1,500 offices, a 2 ha museum quarter, a 7.2 ha hotel
and leisure complex with 637 rooms.

Saint-Petersburg, Russia, on the shore of the Baltic Sea 23

A NEW CITY IN THE 21ST CENTURY …
WHAT IS IT ABOUT?
Eco-friendly and socially responsible urban
development in a unique location

24 Ecopolis
Master Planning
Before After

Sakhalin Island, Russia, on the Japanese-Russian border 25

INTEGRATION
OF SOCIAL GROUPS
A consortium led by Wowhaus has developed
a transport framework, an economic model, a
design code and a social model for the smooth
integration of different social groups in the new
settlement

26 Ecopolis
SELF-DEVELOPING REGION

Master Planning
The project aims to transform Sakhalin from a
resource-intensive area into a self-developing
region, by radically modernizing the existing port

ENVIRONMENTAL
SUSTAINABILITY
The project focuses on the environmental
sustainability of the new area, with a range of
measures to preserve and protect the island’s
nature, such as the creation of infrastructure
for waste collection and recycling and the use of
alternative energy sources

Sakhalin Island, Russia, on the Japanese-Russian border 27

TRANSPORT HUB
With its geographical location at the crossroads
of several waterways, railways and motorways,
Ecopolis can be regarded as a major inter-
regional and, in the long term, transnational
transport hub

28 Ecopolis
NEW LANDMARKS

Master Planning
A cultural and business cluster covering
8 hectares, a market hall of 1.5 hectares, a sports
stadium of 2 hectares and unique sites that
form the identity of Ecopolis, such as the Ocean
Museum, will make the new district a point of
attraction for locals and tourists

Sakhalin Island, Russia, on the Japanese-Russian border 29

RESIDENTIAL
PUBLIC SPACES
Innovative play hubs, community centres, sports and recreation,
culture and retail are essential ingredients adding value to any real
estate. Our experience in this field is more than 40 designed and built
contemporary residential territories
A NEW DEVELOPMENT WITH A UNIQUE
IDENTITY? YES, IT IS POSSIBLE
A large-scale urban design project in a river valley
serves the residents’ needs

32 Development of residential housing estates in Ramenki district

17,000 ENRICHING SOCIAL

Residential Public Spaces

RESIDENTS ACTIVITY
We designed a fully functional social and natural Public spaces in newly-built residential areas
environment for 17,000 people in the adjacent define their identity and enrich the social activity
three residential complexes in Ramenki district in of their inhabitants
Moscow

Moscow, Russia, on the bank of the Ramenka River 33

NATURE AND THE CITY
The development concept is based on the
opposition between the natural character of the
adjacent riverside area and the urbanized setting
inside the residence. Nature and the city are
integrated seamlessly

34 Development of residential housing estates in Ramenki district

PARKS AND RECREATION CENTRAL BOULEVARD

Residential Public Spaces

The site includes event spaces of 1,000 square The boulevard is the district's main public space
meters, an active area with a sports ground, with walking, cycling and jogging routes
skate park and workout areas (4,500 square
meters), a central boulevard, recreational
facilities and a park along the river (12 hectares)

Moscow, Russia, on the bank of the Ramenka River 35

UNIQUE IDENTITY
Apple orchards that once were abundant in the area
are now recreated and form the unique identity of
the residences

36 Development of residential housing estates in Ramenki district

15-MINUTE WALKING

Residential Public Spaces

DISTANCE
Pedestrians have priority within the residential
complex. User experience scenarios are designed
for every target group so that all major services
are within a 15-minute walking distance of the
apartment. In addition, there is a convenient route
to the nearest public transport

ECOSYSTEM
REGENERATION
We have left forestal areas untouched, but
connected with the residences by natural footpaths

Moscow, Russia, on the bank of the Ramenka River 37

A PRIVATE OASIS IN THE CENTER
OF A METROPOLIS
A fully functional public space for residents
in a dense urban development

38 The Tsarskaya Square Residential Complex

Residential Public Spaces
FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT
We have managed to use every inch of the
available space to create a friendly and functional
environment in the stressful setting

Moscow, Russia, city center 39

HUMAN-SCALE GARDEN
The central courtyard of the residential complex
has been transformed into a cozy, human-scale
green garden with a rich and sophisticated
infrastructure that is accessible to all groups of
residents

40 The Tsarskaya Square Residential Complex

25 % LANDSCAPING

Residential Public Spaces

The entire development is constructed on the
common podium above the underground car park.
However, one quarter of the total development
area is landscaped with greenery

GREEN KALEIDOSCOPE
Inside the three residential buildings there are
enclosed oasis courtyards featuring unique
polygonal patterns with pergolas, amphitheaters
and playgrounds

Moscow, Russia, city center 41

42 The Tsarskaya Square Residential Complex
Residential Public Spaces
HERITAGE PRESERVATION
Two cultural heritage objects at the site — the
Tsar's Pavilion (1882) and the wall of the Young
Pioneers Stadium (1934). They are integrated into
the overall composition of the area

Moscow, Russia, city center 43

CREATING SPACES FOR COMMUNITY
BUILDING AND NEIGHBORHOOD SPIRIT
A community space on a podium
of a residential complex

44 The Seliger City Residential Complex

Residential Public Spaces
CAR-FREE COURTYARD
The courtyard park with an artificial pond is
located on a common podium. It embodies the
'car-free courtyard' concept. The area is filled
with recreational, sporting and children's facilities
and serves as an example of a safe and healthy
environment

Moscow, Russia 45
HARMONY OF BUILT
AND NATURAL NATURE LOUNGE
The 'nature lounge' space is surrounded by small A unique 'nature lounge' in the center of a
hills covered with big leafy trees — geoplastics 10 hectare residential complex in Moscow meets
have made it possible to visually separate the the needs of all user groups
courtyard area from the fronts of the apartment
blocks

46 The Seliger City Residential Complex

Residential Public Spaces
A SPACE FOR ALL AGES
The functional plan for the 3-hectare landscaped
area includes children's playgrounds, a
kindergarten, recreational and workout areas, a
walkway and a picnic meadow

Moscow, Russia 47
URBAN
PUBLIC SPACES
A great city is the one with a unique identity and a variety of scenarios
and routes for walking, shopping, working and meeting people — no
matter the climate. Having designed more than 50 city squares, parks,
embankments and streets, we are experts in gentle interventions in
the city fabric that make a difference to the quality of life
THE MAIN CITY PROMENADE
LOST AND FOUND
Revitalization of a historical town center

50 Revitalization of the Historical Center

Urban Public Spaces
Before After

Tula, Russia, on the bank of the Upa River 51

RECLAIMING THE CENTER MUSEUM QUARTER PEDESTRIAN FRIENDLY
For more than 100 years Kazan embankment — the The renovated area houses the Museum Quarter Metallistov street (historic name Pyatnitskaya,
most central embankment of Tula, adjacent to the that includes several museums, stores, hotels, “Good Friday street”) has been pedestrianized
wall of the medieval fortress (Tula Kremlin) — was restaurants, food trucks, cafés and kiosks after thorough traffic modeling. As a result, it is
closed to the public, as it belonged to the armory now a bustling tourist street, as well as all the
plant. For decades surrounding streets were neighboring cul-de-sacs
degrading, with beautiful 18 and 19 century
mansions used as communal tenements

52 Revitalization of the Historical Center

NEW LIFE FOR THE RIVER EXTENSIVE RESEARCH

Urban Public Spaces

The riverbed has been reinforced and the relief The design was preceded by extensive research
corrected, consistent with the sustainability and analysis to optimize pedestrian and transport
approach. The old river bed was cleaned and connections, the zoning system, as well as possible
straightened by removing about 70 tonnes of scenarios for the future development of the area
debris. It is now filled with clean water, its level is
monitored by hydraulic structures

Tula, Russia, on the bank of the Upa River 53

TOURIST A POPULAR
TRAFFIC GROWTH DESTINATION
Reconstruction of this area according to our design The Kazan embankment, over 1 km long has been
has transformed the city. The project has resulted incorporated into the urban fabric and has become
in a multiple increase in tourist traffic to 1.5 million a popular destination for locals and visitors alike
people a year and the growth of the city's economy

54 Revitalization of the Historical Center

180,000 PEOPLE MEETING THE

Urban Public Spaces

AT THE OPENING STAKEHOLDERS
The official opening of the embankment after the More than 20 meetings were held with various
reconstruction turned into a major highlight in the groups of stakeholders to ensure that every
media, with 180,000 people attending the opening opinion was heard and taken into account

Tula, Russia, on the bank of the Upa River 55

REDISCOVERING THE CASPIAN
Connecting the seashore to the city creates
a new magnet for tourists

56 Central Promenade
Urban Public Spaces
Before After

Derbent, Dagestan, Russia, on the shore of the Caspian Sea 57

SEASIDE REACTIVATION ECONOMY DRIVER TOURIST BOOM
Dagestan is a mountainous Muslim region in A project for comprehensive reconstruction Recently Dagestan and Derbent, a historical
the Northern Caucasus area bordering the of the embankment along the Caspian 2500-year-old city, have experienced a tourist
Caspian sea. Traditionally the sea did not play Sea in Derbent aims to fill this previously boom. So the necessity of developing the Caspian
an important role in the local culture, hence the underdeveloped area with life and make it one seafront has become evident
seafront was largely underdeveloped of the drivers of the local economy

58 Central Promenade
FOUR FUNCTIONAL AREAS

Urban Public Spaces

The promenade, with a total area of 8.5 hectares, is divided
into recreational (400 m), tourist (250 m), museum (500 m) and
transit (250 m) areas and houses cafes, restaurants, beach
facilities, event and exhibition sites and much more

HISTORY AND TRADITION

The image of the embankment refers to the traditional
architecture of the magal (the oldest part of Derbent) and
the UNESCO-protected neighboring Naryn-Kala citadel

A THOUSAND COURTYARD
PROMENADE
We have based our concept of the Derbent seafront on
the uniqueness of Dagestan culture. Derbent’s social life
tradition, as in many traditional communities of the region,
is based on social interactions within small circles in semi-
secluded spaces. So we called our idea A Thousand Courtyard
Promenade. It is based on the creation of a number of semi-
open spaces for outdoor recreation. The chamber-like
courtyards are protected from the active sun

Derbent, Dagestan, Russia, on the shore of the Caspian Sea 59

A PUBLIC SPACE IN A HARSH CLIMATE
Leisure cluster with indoor
public spaces in an Arctic city

60 Lake Dolgoye Embankment

Urban Public Spaces
Before After

Norilsk, Russia, the world’s northernmost city 61

A SHELTER FROM EXTREME COLD
Norilsk is a city with one of the most aggressive climates on
the planet. However, even in a place with an almost year-round
winter people need to get together, walk outdoors and live a
full life.
For such a challenging environment we came up with a series
of unique solutions that allow Norilsk residents to enjoy all the
functions of a public space in comfortable climatic conditions

YEAR-ROUND USE
An area by the water, replete with all-season points of
attraction and equipped with ‘warming beacons’, is planned to
feature leisure, sports and walking trails

62 Lake Dolgoye Embankment

-5,5°C MIN SUMMER TEMPERATURE

Urban Public Spaces

-60,8°C MIN WINTER TEMPERATURE
PERMAFROST

NEW RECREATIONAL
CLUSTER
A newly created recreational cluster on the
21.5 ha coastal area of Dolgoye Lake in Norilsk
will connect the city to the water and function
year-round, despite the harsh local climate

Norilsk, Russia, the world’s northernmost city 63

NATURAL COLORS
The landscaping concept, which covers an area of
8 hectares, is based on the natural landscape with
its unique colors complemented with flowering
plants

64 Lake Dolgoye Embankment

IN A SNOWY DESERT

Urban Public Spaces

The core of the project is the 8,600-square-meter
conservatory, which is always warm, bright
and green and features an art space with retail
pavilions, a panoramic restaurant and café, a
playground and a sports court

Norilsk, Russia, the world’s northernmost city 65

THERE’S ALWAYS A PLACE FOR
A PUBLIC SPACE
Public space amidst a highly-regulated urban
heritage site

66 Park at the Polytechnic Museum

Urban Public Spaces
Before After

Moscow, Russia, city center 67

ADAPTING THE CONCEPT
Adapting this concept to reality was a challenging
task, as the area is full of underground utilities,
and all greenery, including 50-year-old trees, had
to remain intact

68 Park at the Polytechnic Museum

Urban Public Spaces
INTERDISCIPLINARY COLLAB JUNYA ISHIGAMI & WOWHAUS WORLD
We collaborated closely with the authors of the initial concept to keep The concept is the result of a collaborative project involving the Japanese
the spirit of the original idea, but to make it realistic in the extremely architect Junya Ishigami and Wowhaus World. The museum’s underground
challenging conditions floor is transformed into an open public space.

Moscow, Russia, city center 69

CONNECTING THE DISPARATE
As a result, this new tiny park in front of the
main entrance to the museum in Moscow has
connected disparate pedestrian spaces and
opened the museum to the public

TRAFFIC PATTERN REVISED

In cooperation with traffic experts, the traffic
pattern on the streets adjacent to the museum
was revised, making it possible to create a public
space on this site

70 Park at the Polytechnic Museum

Urban Public Spaces
YEAR-ROUND USE
Thanks to built-in floor heating and rainwater
drainage, the museum park is suitable for use
even in harsh Russian winter

MAJOR CITY EVENT

Even though the museum is due to open in 2024,
the park which opened in 2019 immediately
became one of the most popular open public
spaces

Moscow, Russia, city center 71

TURNING A WASTELAND INTO A PARK
Providing residents of a depressive district
a life-changing landscape

72 Park on the Banks of the Moskva river in Kapotnya

Urban Public Spaces
Before After

Moscow, Russia, urban periphery 73

FROM INFAMOUS
TO FAMOUS
Kapotnya is a densely populated working class area in the south-east of
Moscow. It was infamous for being close to an oil refinery plant causing
major pollution of air and water in the vicinity. After a 250-million-dollar
reconstruction the refinery is now producing much less damage to the
environment. However, much is left to be done to restore the ecological
balance of the area. One of the first steps was our project for regeneration of
the river bank in Kapotnya

UNIQUE WETLAND
ECOSYSTEM RESTORED
Following the sustainability concept of the project, the area was completely
regenerated, in particular the unique wetland ecosystem was restored and
a 2.5 ha floodplain area was cleaned

74 Park on the Banks of the Moskva river in Kapotnya

PEDESTRIAN ROUTES

Urban Public Spaces

The park is criss-crossed with pedestrian routes
linking various sports facilities, playgrounds and
recreational areas

Moscow, Russia, urban periphery 75

PARTICIPATORY METHOD
The project's success was achieved by opting for
a participatory design method. The project took
into account the existing traditions and needs of
the local community

76 Park on the Banks of the Moskva river in Kapotnya

Urban Public Spaces
PUBLIC SPACE A PLACE
AND FOREST PARK FOR EVERYONE
Today, the riverbank in Kapotnya is a modern and Wowhaus World's small green revolution in
comfortable public space, something in between Kapotnya has transformed a semi-abandoned and
an urban recreation area and a countryside littered area into a place of health and nature for
forest park. Another major achievement is the the district's 32,300 inhabitants
preservation of the unique natural landscape

Moscow, Russia, urban periphery 77

URBAN MOBILITY
Introducing pedestrian infrastructure to the city fabric, systematising
motor traffic, last mile design around public transport stops and
hubs — we know everything about how people move about the city and
how to make this experience enjoyable
HARMONIZING THE CHAOS
Reorganization of a busy transport
hub for improved mobility and friendly
environment

80 Kievsky Railway Station Square

Urban Mobility
Before After

Moscow, Russia, city center 81

INDOOR GARDEN
AT THE TRAIN STATION
The platforms at Kievsky railway station are
being transformed into a winter garden with
plants and plenty of seating and waiting areas

82 Kievsky Railway Station Square

EXTENSION

Urban Mobility
AND OPTIMIZATION
As a result of the 7-hectare development project
in front of Kievsky railway station, the traffic
interchanges have been optimized and the
pedestrian zone has been extended and made
safer

INTERCHANGE HUB
From a chaotically organized space, the station
square has been transformed into a comfortable,
multimodal transport and interchange complex,
equipped with high-quality navigation and a cozy
square for meetings, waiting and rest

Moscow, Russia, city center 83

TRAFFIC FLOW
STREAMLINING
The efficient separation of traffic and pedestrian
flows and a streamlined entry and exit system
have greatly simplified traffic flow, and the
conflicting crossing points previously present
have been leveled

84 Metro Stations Area Development

Urban Mobility
5000 PEOPLE PER HOUR
Around 5,000 people per hour pass through the
square. A new network of pedestrian routes has
been modeled to make it easier and quicker to
cross the square

Moscow, Russia, city center 85

LAST BUT NOT LEAST — THE LAST MILE PROJECT
Rethinking areas around metro stations
for promoting public transport use

86 Metro Stations Area Development

Urban Mobility
Before After

Moscow, Russia, several areas 87

WORLD’S FIFTH BUSIEST
METRO SYSTEM
Moscow metro is the world's fifth busiest metro
system. Wowhaus implemented a large-scale
redevelopment project of the areas adjacent to
the fifteen stations of the Moscow Metro. The
project aims to increase pedestrian accessibility,
optimize the metro's connections with surface
transport and thereby make Moscow's public
transport system more efficient

88 Metro Stations Area Development

NEW FACILITIES

Urban Mobility
Recommended new infrastructure facilities are
aimed at optimizing the service functions of the
development areas

URBAN IMPACT
Creating a comfortable and small business-
friendly space that meets all user needs will
prevent the further marginalization of these
areas

Moscow, Russia, several areas 89

AROUND THE CITY ON A BIKE
Moscow ring cycle track project
lowering the environmental stress

90 Green Ring
Urban Mobility
Before After

Moscow, Russia, several areas 91

DEVELOPMENT SOLUTIONS
The project offers solutions for reducing noise
pollution and emissions, integrating the cycle
route with other transport networks, redesigning
traffic navigation, street lighting, and street
furniture in the route area

92 Green Ring
Urban Mobility
HEALTHY LIFE
The Green Ring project aims to reduce the
environmental impact in Moscow's peripheral
districts, as well as to promote cycling and
healthy recreation

SAFE ROUTES
The safety of cyclists on the circular route is
achieved by reducing the intensity and speed of
traffic in the area. Mutual driver-cyclist visibility
is to be ensured

Moscow, Russia, several areas 93

CULTURAL
INSTITUTIONS
The application of human-centric approach to architecture of cultural
institutions, buildings and public spaces allowed Wowhaus to design
buildings that are contemporary, original, easy to navigate. The
cultural institutions we create bring a transformative experience to
their users
WE HAVE A DREAM…
Our ideas for Russia’s national pavilion
at EXPO-2025 as a symbol of innovation
and openness

96 Russian Pavilion at EXPO 2025

WHERE THE DREAM BEGAN

Cultural Institutions
Back in 2021 we took part in a competition for the design of the
Russian national pavilion at EXPO 2025 in Osaka and proposed
three designs for it. Our idea and dream was to promote the
image of Russia as an innovative country open to international
cooperation

“CIRCLES OF TIME” PAVILION

The "Circles of Time" pavilion follows the design of the famous
Shukhov Tower and refers to the trees' growth rings, which are
meant to be associated with the historic cities of Russia

METAL TOWER-TREES
Expanding metal tower-trees serve as the main supporting
frame of the pavilion and support the wave-shaped roof, which
covers the entire building like a patterned fabric

Japan, EXPO area 97

“THE MOST TEMPORARY”
PAVILION
“The Most Temporary” pavilion conceptually
develops the ideas of 1920s futurism and
suggests a reflection on the phenomenon of time

SHELL
The pavilion shell is assembled from PVC
membranes with a mapping print

ZERO POINT
On entering the pavilion, visitors enter the 'zero
point', a simulated black hole where the laws of
physics do not apply

98 Russian Pavilion at EXPO 2025

“PATH” PAVILION

Cultural Institutions
The Möbius loop design of the “Path” pavilion
symbolizes the continuous flow of time,
represented by the “Life”, “Fading” and “Rebirth”
exhibits

CHANGING COLORS
The façade of the pavilion is clad in steel panels
that change color from light to dark and back
again, emphasizing the theme of the journey from
the moment of life's beginnings through decay to
rebirth

INCLUSIVITY
Visitors move along a ramp with vantage points
on each side, a continuous line running through
the entire exposition space. The pavilion is
designed to be accessible — there are no stairs
along the way

Japan, EXPO area 99

DISCOVER SIBERIA — YES, IT CAN BE EXCITING
An innovative tourist attraction in Siberia as
part of new cultural institutions constellation

100 Experience Centre

Cultural Institutions
Before After

Tobolsk, Russia, city center 101

BRIGHTENING UP
THE LANDSCAPE
The impressive 3,000-square-meter cultural
center in Tobolsk is one of the main landmarks
of the historic Siberian city. Wowhaus World has
designed it as part of the Tobolsk tourist master
plan, which aims to reactivate the city's social and
cultural life

TOBOLSK — A KEY TO
SIBERIA
The Experience Center is the semantic and
emotional core of the "Tobolsk — Key to Siberia"
brand, a powerful tourist attraction within the city
that gives visitors an incomparable immersive
experience

102 Experience Centre

AMPHITHEATER HIGHLIGHTING

Cultural Institutions
WITH A VIEW THE CITY’S IDENTITY
The two wings of the monumental building with The Experience Center, dedicated to the history of
its accessible roof are connected by a parabolic Siberia and Tobolsk and highlighting its identity,
pedestrian bridge which defines the borders of is part of a 'constellation' of new cultural centers
the inner square with an amphitheater looking out located in key locations of the city
over the river

Tobolsk, Russia, city center 103

OLD AND NEW
Modernization of a listed museum
building into an innovative science center

104 Polytechnic Museum Renovation

Cultural Institutions
Before After

Moscow, Russia, city center 105

COMPLETE USABLE AREA
TRANSFORMATION MAXIMIZED
The project involves both technical and In order to maximize the usable area of the
conceptual renewal of the museum space: the museum, the two courtyards will be covered by
Polytechnic Museum is to become a new type of a glass roof, which is not visible from the outside
cultural and research institution and does not disturb the historical image of the
building.

106 Polytechnic Museum Renovation

Cultural Institutions
TRANSIT HUB
The basement, which in Ishigami's original idea
opens up to the city, becomes a hub with all the
necessary infrastructure for visitors

Moscow, Russia, city center 107

EFFICIENT WITH RESPECT FOR
TEAMWORK HISTORY
The layout, zoning and interior design were The project is developed by Wowhaus World
developed in close cooperation with the authors together with the Japanese architect Junya
of the permanent exhibition, the restoration Ishigami, it involves the adaptation of the historic
specialists and the museum administration 48,000-square-meter Polytechnic Museum
building

108 Polytechnic Museum Renovation

FLEXIBLE SPACE

Cultural Institutions
The museum will be transformed into a flexible,
adaptive space, suitable for a wide range of
exhibit types, while maintaining its historic
appearance, with a design that meets the
principles of mobility, inclusivity and connectivity

Moscow, Russia, city center 109

FINDING INSPIRATION IN LOCAL CULTURE
Tatar identity-defining and innovative theater building
design with respect for the environment

110 New Kamal Theater

INTERNATIONAL

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CONSORTIUM
The design of the Kamal Theater on the shore
of Lake Kaban in Kazan is a cooperative work of
a consortium led by Kengo Kuma & Associates,
with Wowhaus and Werner Sobek as team
members. The project was awarded 1st prize
in an international competition. The theater will
become a new national symbol of the Republic of
Tatarstan

TRADITION + TECHNOLOGY
The theater has an area of 37,000 square
meters. The shape is inspired by a rare natural
phenomenon called 'ice flowers', which is a
unique feature of the area. The concept combines
elements of traditional Tatar culture with the
latest technology.

Kazan’, Russia, on the bank of the Kaban Lake 111

THREE HALLS
–  The Great Hall, a solemn yet informal space;
–  the transformable Universal Hall;
–  the Eastern Hall, which gives a sense of coziness thanks
to the circular stage with an audience seated around it

EASTERN HALL
The multi-layered wall panels in the Eastern Hall are inspired
by traditional Tatar female jewelry: the khasite, the izu
breastplate, and the kalfak headdress covered in silver coins

112 New Kamal Theater

LAYERED STRUCTURE PARK ON THE ROOF

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The structure consists of three layers: The project meets the principles of sustainability,
– an inner space with halls, foyer, lobby, theater in particular the preservation of most of the
labs and other rooms; existing trees, the lake-view roof will be an
– an inner shell reflecting the existing extension of the park space
landscape;
– an outer glass shell with a fractured
configuration, which visually lightens the
entire structure

Kazan’, Russia, on the bank of the Kaban Lake 113

DISCOVERING A HIDDEN GEM — AND MAKING IT SHINE
An old cinema turned into an iconic theatrical building,
both authentic, modern and technologically advanced

114 Stanislavsky Electrotheatre

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Before After

Moscow, Russia, city center 115

RESPECTING THE HERITAGE INTERNATIONAL
The Stanislavsky Electrotheatre is an example of
the solution of an impossible task.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
An old-fashioned theater (built in 1909 as The Stanislavsky Electrotheatre is an example of
one of the first cinema halls in Russia) with the solution of an impossible task.
dilapidated technology and a messy backyard The 9,000-square-meter Stanislavsky
was transformed into a modern theatrical venue. Electrotheatre has been shortlisted for the World
In its eclectic design all the valuable historical Architecture Festival 2014 in the "Future Project:
elements were carefully preserved and boldly Culture" category
juxtaposed with ultra-modern technological
elements

116 Stanislavsky Electrotheatre

A THEATRICAL SENSATION

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Located in the city center, the Electrotheatre
has become one of the focal points on Moscow's
theater map, with such renowned international
theater directors as Romeo Castelucci and
Theodoros Terzopoulos staging their world
premieres

MULTIFUNCTIONAL
PUBLIC SPACES
All of the public spaces are multifunctional,
performances can be played in any space, the
foyer is open to all visitors, and it too can be
easily transformed depending on the creative
task at hand

Moscow, Russia, city center 117

A SPACE FOR CITY EVENTS
The inner courtyard of the theater has been
transformed into a versatile space for city events
with an open-air stage

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BOTH MODERN
AND AUTHENTIC
The interior of the building has retained all of
its original features and furnishings preserving
them in their original state.The contemporary
parts communicate with the historical ones

TRANSFORMABILITY AND
OPENNESS
The main principles behind the project are the
space transformability and the openness of
internal processes

Moscow, Russia, city center 119

HOSPITALITY
INDUSTRY
Our experience in hospitality industry design ranges from villa resorts
to 500-room hotels, from recreational sea boardwalks to secluded
detox spas, from luxurious restaurants to eco-friendly fastfood kiosks
CREATING PARADISE: SEASIDE HOTEL
TRANSFORMATION
Hotel renovation project rethinking the interiors,
outdoor areas and functional program of the complex
122 Major renovation of a 5-star hotel
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Before After

Adler, Russia, on the shore of the Black Sea 123

REFURBISHMENT NEEDED INTERIOR REDESIGN
A 30,200-square-meter hotel on the Imeretinskaya embankment in Sochi, The existing zoning and functional program of the complex,
built for the 2014 Winter Olympics, with more than 500 rooms. It was the much of which is used inefficiently, were redesigned
first hotel to be built in the greenfield. In a few years a number of high-
class hotels and resorts appeared around, and this building started to lose
competition. The owners felt that a refurbishment was needed together with
restructuring of all the hotel’s logistics

124 Major renovation of a 5-star hotel

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Adler, Russia, on the shore of the Black Sea 125
INTERIOR WITH
A NAUTICAL TOUCH
The new interior design concept meets the modern
requirements of a 5-star hotel and emphasizes its
unique location on the Black Sea coast

126 Major renovation of a 5-star hotel

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Adler, Russia, on the shore of the Black Sea 127
URBAN HIGH-RISE HOTEL
AND THE CITY’S LANDMARK
Multifunctional high-end hotel complex becomes a new
architectural landmark in a historical city

128 Multifunctional Complex with a Hotel

TOURIST DESTINATION

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Tula has become a popular tourist destination
thanks to the revitalisation of the area around the
local Kremlin by Wowhaus World.

FOUR IN ONE
The new 5-star hotel includes medical and sports
centers, a business center and an apartment block

CASCADE OF TOWERS
The design is based on combining two
shapes — a cascade and a parallelepiped: seven
towers of different heights pressed tightly against
each other form the mass of the building.

CITY’S LANDMARK
The hotel's tallest tower is made of glass and
metal panels, making it visually lighter — during
the day it merges with its surroundings, and at
night it becomes the city's landmark

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LUMINOUS INTERIORS
The luminous hotel interiors match the laconic,
translucent architecture of the complex

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ACCESSIBILITY

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One of the apartment towers has a drive-through
passageway in the first two floors, providing
pedestrian access to the complex

HIGH AND SHINY

The complex is up to 100 meters high and has
a floor area of 74700 square meters, with 225
rooms and around 250 parking spaces

Tula, Russia, city center 131

NATURE RETREAT FOR A CITY ESCAPE
Eco-hotel with a broad functional program

132 "Istra Dacha" Country Resort

SURROUNDED BY NATURE

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The 67-hectare eco-hotel on the banks of a
water reservoir in the Moscow region provides
several recreation formats and combines a well-
developed service infrastructure, an extensive
functional program and integration with the
natural surroundings

GREAT CAPACITY
The complex has 109 rooms, with a choice
of hotel, lodge or glamping

Moscow Region, Russia, on the bank of the Istra Reservoir 133

DIVERSE ACTIVITIES WITH LOVE TO NATURE
Functional zoning will allow visitors to choose and The design incorporates the preservation of the
combine activities such as sports, relaxing and existing flora in order to maintain the ecological
recreation balance of the area

134 "Istra Dacha" Country Resort

VARIETY OF OPTIONS
The complex includes facilities such as a rope
park, sauna complex, boathouse, children's and
sports grounds, workshops, bar and restaurant

Moscow Region, Russia, on the bank of the Istra Reservoir 135

CONTENT
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Residential
Master Planning 
Public Spaces

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Urban
Public Spaces

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Urban Mobility Cultural Institutions

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CONTACTS
Our website:  wowhaus.org
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