Park in the forest | 2023
Irkutsk | built
The park design is based on the idea of ​​careful interaction between humans and nature. Here, architecture and landscape exist not in opposition but in dialogue, where each element emphasizes the natural beauty of the place. The space does not impose a behavioral scenario; it invites living, exploring, and contemplating.
The primary objective was to preserve the unique natural topography and characteristic vegetation. All planning decisions are guided by the principle of minimal intervention: paths follow the contours of the terrain, small forms are integrated into the natural context, and materials are selected to become part of the landscape over time.
Architectural elements—pavilions, decks, children's areas—are created as extensions of the landscape. They become not dominant features but background accents, dissolving in the interplay of light and shadow. Their purpose is to emphasize a sense of naturalness, where the boundaries between man-made and natural are almost invisible.
Particular attention is paid to routes and points of perception. As visitors move through the park, they discover a sequence of spatial impressions—from intimate relaxation areas to open meadows and viewing platforms. This rhythm of movement creates emotional depth and a sense of inner peace.
The park is conceived as a space of balance—a place where one can reconnect with nature and oneself. It unites architecture, ecology, and human presence into a single, living system that will only strengthen and acquire new meanings over time.