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In Russia and the CIS, interesting hotel projects are rare - for all obvious reasons. However, there are several hotels. Our selection includes ten Russian designer hotels, two in Georgia and one each in Azerbaijan and Ukraine, with accommodation costs ranging from 2,350 to 30,000 rubles per night.

Barvikha Hotel&SPA

Where: Russia, Barvikha, Rublevo-Uspenskoe highway, 114/3
When open: end 2008
Architecture/design: Antonio Citterio, Ekaterina Rutkovskaya
How much does it cost per night: on booking.com - from RUB 30,000. for a double room (breakfast included)

The hotel building would fit well into the Eskpo exhibition town, which, as you know, is always designed by the very best architects. At the same time, it fits perfectly into the surrounding landscape - and here we mean not only the most expensive village in Russia, Luxury Village, where the hotel is located, but also the pine forests near Moscow: the hotel’s wooden facades become, as it were, a continuation of them. The interior is also dominated by natural materials (wood, marble, linen) and colors (chocolate, vanilla, sand), and the furniture, made by B&B Italia according to designs by Antonio Citterio specifically for the hotel, does not scream about its exclusivity, but is organically included in the space. // barvikhahotel.com

11 Mirrors

Where: Ukraine, Kyiv, st. Bohdana Khmelnitsky, 34A
When open: November 2012
Architecture/design: Anatoly Kirik and Marina Leo
How much does it cost per night: on booking.com - from 18,426 rubles. for a double room (breakfast included)

In working on the project of this hotel, its owner Vladimir Klitschko became for the designers Anatoly Kirik and Marina Leo what Stalin was for Iofan: an ideologist and, in fact, a co-author. Which speaks only in favor of the boxer: the hotel became the only one in the CIS to join the international association Design Hotels. In addition, in 2012 it received the International Hotel Award in the category “Best Small Hotel”. The narrow eleven-story building with a granite facade combines modern design with 19th-century architecture. The interior of the hotel is dominated by mirrors and glass - which means air and lightness, which in big capitals always in short supply. // 11mirrors-hotel.com

Rooms Hotel Kazbegi

Where: Georgia, Stepantsminda, st. Vakhtanga Gorgasali, 1
When open: summer 2012
Architecture/design:
How much does it cost per night: on booking.com - from 8469 rub. for a double room (breakfast included)

From the village of Stepantsminda (until 2007 - Kazbegi) climbs to the second highest point Caucasus Mountain Kazbek, which rises in all its glory above the village. Nata Dzhanberidze and Keti Toloraya from the Rooms bureau came up with a convincing reason not to leave the village. The mountains, which enter the hotel space through the panoramic windows of all rooms and design it, certainly attract all the attention of hotel guests. The interior, as it were, only frames this grandiose picture: natural wood, stones, light and air, home comfort that does not contradict modern laconicism - if there is a place more in tune with Kazbek, it is only a tent under its peak. //roomshotel.ge

This panorama deserves special attention.

W St.Petersburg

Where:Russia, St. Petersburg, Voznesensky prospect, 6
When open: June 2011
Architecture/design: Vladimir Grigoriev / Antonio Citterio
How much does it cost per night:on booking.com - from RUB 14,160. for a double room (breakfast not included)

Hotels of the W chain have some constant, which does not change from city to city (for example, a branded W-bed), and a variable, which expresses the author's style of designers and architects. In this case, Italian designer Antonio Citterio also had the task of fitting the hotel into the culturally and historically rich urban context. Citterio coped with the task brilliantly - in places literally: the color scheme is dominated by chrome and gold. The restrained beauty, straight lines and open spaces characteristic of St. Petersburg shape the interiors of the W Hotel, into which the St. Isaac's Dome and other views of the city penetrate as the most important detail through huge windows. // wstpetersburg.ru

JW Marriott Absheron Baku Hotel

Where: Azerbaijan, Baku, Azadlig Square, 674
When open: December 2012
Architecture/design: ReardonSmith Architects
How much does it cost per night: on booking.com - from RUB 10,007. for a double room with a single bed and from 12,508 rubles. for a double room with a double bed (breakfast not included)

It cannot be said that the architectural design of the hotel is striking in its novelty and boldness, but perhaps this is exactly what a lifetime monument to a successful resource-based economy should look like: glass, symmetry and elevation above the city. The specialists of the British firm ReardonSmith, obviously, acted within the framework of the order - and settled into this Procrustean bed with all possible elegance. And although the rooms in the JW Marriott Absheron are quite standard for a five-star hotel, without any interior revelations, in the lobby and other public spaces the designer managed to solve a very difficult task. Namely, to pronounce the word luxury so that it does not sound abusive. //marriott.com

Grand-Hotel & Spa Rodina

Where: Russia, Sochi, st. Vinogradnaya, 33
When open: July 2006
Architecture/design: Mateo Thun, Domus Aurea Design Interiors Group
How much does it cost per night: on booking.com -from 23,200 rub. for a double room (breakfast included)

A striking example of an acute, and therefore spectacular, discrepancy between form and content: minimalism in the packaging of Stalinist architecture. The living quarters were designed by the court decorators of Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands - Suzanne Loggier and Patrick Brugman from Domus Aurea Design Interiors Group. They designed every detail of the interior of all forty hotel rooms specifically for Rodina. There is, however, a semantic connection between the outside and the inside - public spaces with marble floors and crystal chandeliers, designed by the Italian Mateo Thun, build a bridge from Stalinist neoclassicism to modern ideas about beauty and comfort. // grandhotelrodina.ru

Rooms Hotel Tbilisi

Where: Georgia, Tbilisi, st. Kostava, 14
When open: October 2014
Architecture/design: Nata Dzhanberidze and Keti Toloraya (Rooms design bureau)
How much does it cost per night: on booking.com - from RUB 19,395. for a double room (breakfast not included)

The second hotel of the chain, named after the design studio Rooms, which was responsible for the design of both hotels. Rooms Hotel Tbilisi is located in the very center of the Georgian capital in the building of the former Samshoblo printing house. Thanks to the efforts of Nata Dzhanberidze and Keti Toloraya, the concrete ruins acquired a loft-bohemian chic. The key components of interior decoration are wood and leather. Plus, each room (141 in total) is decorated with handmade wallpaper, including silk-screened patterns. There are many vintage items placed in the halls and rooms - they add atmosphere to the hotel. //roomshotels.com

DoubleTree by Hilton Moscow - Marina

Where: Russia, Moscow, Leningradskoe highway 39, building 1
When open: October 2014
Architecture/design: ADM bureau, Frontarchitecture architectural bureau in collaboration with Martin Hulbert Design
How much does it cost per night: on the hotel website - from 12,000 rubles. for a room with two single beds and from 13,500 rubles. for a double room with one large bed (breakfast not included)

Situated on the banks of the Moscow River, the hotel was designed by ADM to the strict standards of the Hilton brand, which in practice means extremely simple forms and straight corridors. The architectural studio Frontarchitecture was responsible for the interior design. The interiors are made in warm colors and furnished with furniture made from natural materials. // hilton.ru

Mriya Resort & Spa

Where: Russia, Crimea, Yalta, p. Opolznevoye, General Ostryakov Street, 9
When open: August 2014
Architecture/design: Norman Foster
How much does it cost per night: on booking.com - from RUB 7,099. for a double room (breakfast included)

This year-round resort, which includes a five-star hotel (408 rooms and 14 villas), medical and spa centers, was designed by the famous Norman Foster, the author of Wembley Stadium and the Millennium Bridge in London. In September 2016, the complex, shaped like either an elegant flower or an alien ship, was recognized as the best in Europe according to the World Travel Awards - an analogue of the Oscars for tourism industry. // mriya.me

Boutique Hotel "Rodniki"

Where: Russia, Vladimir region, Alexandrov, 80 km from MKAD
When open: February 2013
Architecture/design: Mikhail and Dmitry Ganevich from the Atrium architectural bureau
How much does it cost per night: on booking.com - from 21,000 rub. for a suite with a bedroom and living room and a terrace overlooking the forest (breakfast included)

The complex, consisting of 6 cottages (2 rooms in each), a spa center and a restaurant, contrary to stereotypes about a Russian country hotel, does not look like either a hut or an estate. The asymmetrical buildings made of concrete and glass with sloping roofs are made in a modern style. The interior decoration uses mainly stone, wood and shingles. Each room is equipped with heated floors, a fireplace, a dressing room and a terrace with a garden. The hotel also operates a complex with a Finnish sauna and a Japanese furako sauna. // rodniki-hotel.ru

There are millions around the world different hotels. They are all completely different and unique. Some hotels are cozy and modest, while others are luxurious and expensive. But there is also another category. These are hotels that will take your breath away just by looking at them. When everyone, looking at the photo with one eye, says “Wow!”

A luxury hotel on the island of Santorini (Greece) is located at an altitude of 90 meters above sea level, on the beautiful cliffs of the caldera. He is considered one of the most amazing hotels peace. Thanks to its snow-white facade and delicate overall design, it is simply impossible not to notice. The hotel's amazing location brings it a huge number of advantages. Firstly, there is a stunning view of the sea from every point of the hotel. Secondly, being located high in the rocks, far from civilization, the Katikies hotel offers its guests privacy and a carefree holiday. The architecture was adapted to the surrounding landscape, following its natural forms. But despite this, the amazing white hotel-resort stands out from other buildings. The hotel features two huge swimming pools, an outdoor Jacuzzi and, of course, impressive and breathtaking scenery all around.

This wonderful hotel is located in the small village of Conca Dei Marini, located between Italian cities Amalfi and Praiano. The hotel and spa complex is located on the edge of a cliff overlooking the Gulf of Salerno. Very romantic and a nice place, reminiscent of hotels from old films. However, this is what it is, because it was built in the 17th century, but at that time it was a monastery. Later the building turned into a hotel, which impresses with its beauty, unique story and architecture. After reconstruction, it retained its charm that has existed for many years.

The luxurious hotel has 20 rooms with views of the ocean, coastline and multi-level gardens. Over the years, several changes have been made to landscape and interior design. Many of the building's original features have been retained, but some new features have been added. The hotel now features a stunning cliff-edge pool and luxurious spa.

Ladera Resort is located on the island of St. Lucia. It consists of a total of 9 villas and 23 open-walled suites. The so-called Open Wall system means that the western side of each room is completely open and offers magnificent views of the mountains and the Caribbean Sea. The idea of an open-wall resort was first implemented in 1992. Since then he has become popular place for tourists from all over the world. All suites and villas have private pools. This amazing resort walks a fine line between luxury and minimalism.

The layout of the rooms has been carefully thought out to provide guests with maximum comfort and privacy. All guests can enjoy life and relaxation away from civilization. This is facilitated by relaxing spa treatments, beautiful restaurants and many interesting events that are regularly held here. The rooms feature beautiful French furniture and accessories created by local artisans, as well as 19th-century wickerwork. In addition, all villas and suites feature paintings by local artists.

Hotel Radisson Blu It has gained worldwide recognition not because of its stunning location or the magnificent views from the windows of the rooms, but because it houses the world's largest cylindrical aquarium. It's called Aquadom and is filled with approximately 1 million liters sea water. There are 1,500 tropical fish of 56 species swimming in the aquarium, and miniature reefs are located on its bottom. The condition of the amazing and unique aquarium is monitored by specialists from the Berlin Aquarium Sea Life, located next to the hotel. The aquarium, consisting of four parts connected together, is made of acrylic glass and has a cylindrical shape. The aquarium is located on a 9-meter concrete foundation. The aquarium and the hotel were built at the same time, or more precisely, the hotel was built around the aquarium, turning it into the main attraction of the hotel. A glass elevator allows visitors to ascend observation deck located under the hotel's glass roof. For those wishing to spend more time here, the hotel offers 427 apartments with tropical views undersea world or with a city view.

The amazingly beautiful Glass Igloo hotel is located in Finland. The windows offer a delightful winter landscape. Without a doubt, everyone, admiring the charming view, will want to spend as much time as possible outside. Unfortunately this is not possible due to cold weather. But there is one place where the conditions are simply excellent. This is the glass villa at the Kakslauttenen Hotel. Here winter looks even more beautiful than it really is.

After a busy day at work, guests can relax in the transparent rooms and fall asleep under the stars. Glass domes give panoramic view to the surrounding landscape, as well as the sky. The main idea is to create the impression of sleeping outside under the stars, but at the same time warm and cozy.

Jade Mountain is an unusual resort located in Saint Lucia, in the eastern part of Caribbean Sea. It is located above the beach of the Anse Chastanet resort. The hotel features bold architectural details, stunning pools and bridges connecting individual rooms to the rest of the resort. Beautiful columns highlight the local architecture. The resort offers its guests an exclusive restaurant, a terrace, and a spa. Everything at Jade Mountain Resort is designed with an emphasis on rest and relaxation. There are no telephones, no radio, no television. Internet access is only available at the reception.

The most amazing thing about it is the layout of the rooms. Each room at Jade Mountain Resort has only three walls. Each room has luxurious bedrooms, a living room and its own private swimming pool with amazing sea views. And the absence of a fourth wall is a huge plus, since the open space allows you to admire the beautiful landscape, feeling like a part of nature.

Soneva Gill by Six Senses is an absolutely wonderful holiday destination located in the Maldives. The hotel occupies one of the largest lagoons in the region. The resort consists of oversized water villas. Each villa offers breathtaking ocean views. Favorable weather and beautiful whites sandy beaches make the region ideal for a resort.

The resort is a 20-minute boat ride from international airport in Male and occupies one of the 1,190 islands that make up Maldives. The luxury resort offers a new type of living, different from any hotel or resort. Here guests can rent one of the stunning houses and enjoy life surrounded by water. It’s a strange but amazing feeling to look out a window or an open door and see water all around.

The Plaza Athénée hotel is located in Paris and is rightfully considered one of the most luxurious hotels in the world. Chic design, stylish interior - a successful combination of innovative accents and traditional classic details. The hotel is located on Avenue Montaigne, known as the street of haute couture. Charles de Gaulle Airport is 30 minutes away by car from the hotel. Staying at this hotel will turn into a real fairy tale. The hotel has a business center, fitness center, sauna, spa center, conference rooms, dining room, and several restaurants. Each room has DVD players, plasma TVs, safes and Internet access. For those who want to take a break from family life, nanny services are available. It is worth noting that pets are also allowed in the hotel.

Today, people increasingly want to find something attractive, but unique and unusual. This is exactly what the Grotta Palazzese restaurant can rightfully be called. Palazzese is a unique and delightful restaurant located inside a vaulted limestone cave. The restaurant is only open during summer months. The limestone cave overlooking the sea is another detail that makes this place unique. Hotel guests can enjoy dinner here and at the same time admire beautiful landscape, listen to the sound of waves crashing on the shore and feel sea breeze caressing the skin. This place is definitely worth a visit, if only to experience the thrill of dining in a cave near the sea. The hotel is located a little higher. Both the hotel and the restaurant have a very sophisticated look.

Marina Bay Sands Hotel

The hotel is located in Singapore and has many unique features. Marina Bay Sands, considered the most... expensive hotel in the world, offers 2560 number. It is also home to the world's largest open pool at an altitude of 200 meters above ground level. The pool is three times larger than an Olympic swimming pool and is located on the 55th floor. So those who are afraid of heights should be especially careful. Marina Bay Sands also has a casino, convention center, theater and lotus flower museum, so there are plenty of other attractions besides the pool to attract visitors. The hotel was designed by architect Moshe Safdie.
If you want to completely retire, hide from the world, then you should go on vacation, which allows you to be alone with yourself, away from the bustle and crowd of big cities.

Hotel architecture or hotel complex- a complex and multifaceted concept, including the external appearance of buildings, their internal layout, landscape organization of the territory and interior decoration of premises.

Architectural structures, like other phenomena of modern artistic culture, are difficult to force into the strict framework of any style or direction. They are often on the edge, representing a complex combination of various traditional and innovative architectural techniques. Therefore, it seems logical to conditionally divide the motley variety of modern hotels into groups according to the principles of their location and method of construction. Each group has some common characteristics architectural features. Modern multi-storey hotels are complexes with a very high level of comfort, offer a wide range of services, have developed infrastructure. Often such hotels are included in world famous international networks- “Sheraton”, “Hilton”, etc. A variety of restaurants and bars, conference rooms, shops, underground parking, outdoor and indoor swimming pools and fitness centers, as well as business centers equipped with all modern means of communication make them attractive for tourists , and for people traveling for purely business purposes. The architecture of such hotels is extremely functional and modern, using the latest achievements in construction technologies, modern designs and building materials.

In Europe, where many genuine architectural monuments have been preserved, where cultural and historical traditions are strong, in the architecture of hotels there is a clear tendency to respect history, when old buildings acquire new life. In capitals and historical cities With rich cultural traditions, such hotels are usually located in close proximity to numerous attractions. The most fashionable of them are located in ancient buildings of architectural and historical value in the existing urban area. Many hotels have existed for a long time, have their own history and traditions, and are proud of their famous guests. The level of comfort in them is at the highest level, since during the process of reconstruction and renovation they were equipped with all modern engineering equipment. At the same time, the external appearance of the building and the interior underwent restoration, they were returned to their original appearance, and the authentic atmosphere of a bygone era was recreated. The interiors and all the decoration of such hotels are made in the style and traditions of a certain historical period.

Expensive materials are used in finishing; these can be oak panels for cladding walls and ceilings, tapestries and tapestries, type-setting parquet, marble, bronze and gilding are widely used. The interiors are replete with original restored details and antique furniture, striking in luxury and giving the impression of being completely in keeping with a particular era. It can be Baroque or Empire, Rococo or Art Nouveau. The trend of old buildings finding a new life and a new destiny has led to the fact that impregnable castles, which time has spared, have today become strongholds of hospitality. Medieval castle Amberley Castle has been rising among the majestic hills and vast lakes of West Sussex for almost nine centuries, one hundred and twenty kilometers from London. It amazes with its delightful atmosphere of privacy and serene peace, in which the unique flair of antiquity and the highest level of comfort inherent in a world-class country hotel coexist. In total, the hotel has nineteen individually decorated apartments with antique furniture and luxurious fabrics, which have all modern amenities, with televisions, video players, telephones and other equipment delicately camouflaged in a historical setting.

Recently, a slightly different approach to the architectural design of hotels located in historical buildings has become increasingly widespread. Taking care of the appearance and facades, the architect reserves the right to create an interior that is completely new in style and spirit. So, located in the heart of London near Trafalgar Square five star Hotel One Aldwych is striking in its stark contrast: a turn-of-the-century building and an ultra-modern interior. The high pace of everyday life and the poor environmental situation in modern megacities force people to turn their faces to nature and draw vitality from it. The advantages of a quiet and measured provincial life, tranquility and solitude in the lap of nature, National character and features local cuisine making “agritourism” more and more attractive. Hotels offering such holidays are usually located in rural areas in buildings of traditional architecture. Hotel Borgo in Tuscany, Italy is located in an ancient building, typical of Mediterranean architecture, on a wine estate in the province of Chianti. Today, just like centuries ago, delicious wine and fresh olive oil are produced here. Vast vineyards and picturesque olive groves lie around, and the peaceful atmosphere of patriarchal Italy reigns.

National color is one of the main features characteristic of architecture country hotels intended for recreation. The use of techniques, details and materials traditional for a given area in the architectural appearance allows the building to harmoniously fit into environment and optimally adapt to natural and climatic conditions. In addition, the national flavor, present both in the architectural appearance and in the interior design, is an important emotional and aesthetic factor that influences the formation of a positive image of hotels.

To give the guest pleasure, to make his stay at the hotel pleasant and not boring, to entertain and surprise him, to amaze him and remain in his memory for a long time is a peak that not all hotels manage to achieve. It submits only to those who firmly know the formula for success: an expressive architectural form must be filled with the content of high-quality service.

The hotel industry today is at the peak of its development. High competition forces business owners to think about methods to increase the flow of customers. Among them:

Development of an individual hotel facade project or a hotel is an interesting and challenging architectural design task.
Creation of a unique hotel interior, is an effective way to attract visitors.
Cozy atmosphere, a competent combination of decorative elements and practical accessories will undoubtedly impress visitors, making them want to return to your hotel or resort again and again.

The professionals of the Design Moscow architectural studio will implement a concept of any complexity for you. The attentive approach of our architects and designers allows us to create truly special projects. Depending on the chosen conceptual direction and location of the object, the external and internal appearance of the building is being developed.

Hotel building project

Hotel projects are very diverse and differ greatly both in layout and in the volumes and facades of the building. First of all, its layout depends on the location of the hotel.

City hotels built-in urban structure of streets and roads are subject to certain conditions dictated by the city (entrance area, building width, style, height)
Resort hotels located on free terrain. The style and structure of planning solutions for resort hotels is dictated by the landscape and surrounding nature (building shape, height, front entrance group). Such hotels or hotel complexes make maximum use of the capabilities and advantages of the surrounding landscape.

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We will develop a hotel concept, create a project and implement the best design solution.

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For our studio “Design-Moskva”, the development of a design project for a hotel or hotel is a primary task, an indicator of the level of skill of specialists and confirmation of the high reputation of the company. Ergonomic, functional and exclusive interior design solutions guide us towards our main goal: creating a room in which it will be pleasant to relax and, if necessary, work. At the same time, the wishes and preferences of our clients remain in first place for us.

Style stage

Determining the style of the premises
Collages with style selection by room
Plans and sections of the ceiling indicating dimensions, types of materials, reference to structures
Decorative layout of walls with tile layout
List of areas and types of finishing materials
List of equipment (electric points, plumbing, furniture, decorative items and
interior)
Views of premises in perspective in the ArchiCad program

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To attract a client with impeccable service, so that you want to return to the hotel again, you need to do something special - create a unique atmosphere. The interior decoration of the hotel depends on the wishes of the customer and the requests of the guests on whom the business is focused.

Decoration.

Selection of paintings, drawings, wall graphics
Selection of sculptures
Selection of cutlery, sets and tablecloths
Selection of bed linen
Selection of accessories for various rooms

Architectural supervision is a set of measures carried out to ensure compliance of the artistic solutions of the facility being built with the solutions provided for in the design project approved by the Customer.

Design of the entrance group and reception.

Art Deco style hotel reception

Hotel entrance group

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Eco style hotel entrance lobby

The architects and designers of our studio have extensive experience in designing hotels. Many styles - from elegant K lassiki and luxurious A rt-deco, to the modern interpretation of style Vintage can be successfully implemented in the design and decoration of hotel rooms.

The author's take on familiar elements is the best solution in creating an individual style.
The status of the hotel interior is emphasized by materials and details - furniture and decoration made of valuable wood, the noble shine of bronze and silver, high-quality soft leather, intricate marble patterns, flowing silk curtains.

Our advantages are experienced architects and designers who develop unique projects for hotels and hotels. We are ready to provide our clients with:

Consultations on any specialized issues;
Design and design of bars, restaurants, lobby bars in a hotel/inn;
Planning and design of rooms, public areas;
Complete projects with furniture, finishing materials, interior items, lighting fixtures;
Full project support.

The key stages involved in the design of hotels are the creation of an architectural project and zoning of the premises. It is also necessary to develop an interior design project, including:

entrance area
lobby
reception
restaurant
number of rooms
conference rooms
corridors and elevator halls, etc.

When designing hotels, it is important to take into account the combination of housing stock, entrance reception area, restaurants and cafes, and infrastructure maintenance.

Hotel "Moscow" on Okhotny Ryad, 2 is one of the largest in the capital of Russia. It was originally built between 1933 and 1935. The project was developed by a group of architects, which included Leonid Ivanovich(?) Savelyev and Osvald Andreevich Stapran, with significant participation from Alexey Viktorovich Shchusev.

The hotel complex was dismantled in 2004, and in its place a building was erected, which was built according to the actual original drawings and almost completely reproduces the former forms of the previously dismantled one (as the developers say).

Photo 1. Hotel "Moscow", the central facade of which faces

Manezhnaya Square

History of construction of the first stage

The Moscow Hotel was included in the list of the first buildings of this type in Soviet Russia. It occupies an entire block, bounded by Okhotny Ryad Street and squares - Manezhnaya and Revolution Square. The massive building became the dominant feature of the surrounding area.

It is worth noting that the Okhotny Ryad area was considered at the beginning of the 20th century to be one of the most unfavorable sanitary conditions in the city of Moscow. Since this place was planned under the new government as a site for the construction of the Palace of Labor, the surrounding area began to be cleared and brought into a more dignified form.

There were some excesses, which resulted in the demolition of the chapel in the name of Alexander Nevsky and the Church of Paraskeva Pyatnitsa in the 1920s. But, meanwhile, all the stinking dilapidated shops were destroyed here, most of which were located at the southern end of this area, and the local market was moved from the very center of the Mother See to Tsvetnoy Boulevard.

Photo 2. View of the hotel complex from Okhotny Ryad street and

Theater Square

The authors were, as stated above, architects Stapran and Savelyev. The future building was to be erected in the then fashionable constructivist style, which clearly conflicted with the architectural appearance of the area: massiveness and strict asceticism did not fit in here.

By the time the frame frame of the building was almost completed, the famous architect of the pre-revolutionary school, Alexei Shchusev, was brought in to implement the project for the construction of the future Moscow Hotel. Why?

The fact is that by the onset of the 1930s, the architecture of the country of the Soviets began to move away from the avant-garde style in the outline of buildings and turned to the urban planning heritage of the past, i.e. classical style, which became a factor in the emergence of the so-called “Stalinist Empire style”.

So, Alexey Ivanovich had to correct the initial idea of his young colleagues.

It was already impossible to make significant changes due to the already built monolithic box, but Shchusev managed to correct a lot without infringing on the pride of Savelyev and Stapran, and create a laconic decor, executed in the spirit of neoclassicism.

This is how an eight-column portico with an open terrace, six floors high, numerous balconies along the facade and loggias-arcades from the main entrance appeared here. Turrets appeared at the corners of the building, and after all the innovations, the building itself received a certain plasticity, which the division into fragments of the entire facade helped to express.

The building of the Moscow Hotel was originally supposed to be of different heights: the main facade from the side Manezhnaya Square consisted of 14 floors, and the building along Okhotny Ryad was only 10.

It is worth noting that the building was supposed to have an architectural connection with the future Palace of the Soviets, which was planned to be built on the site of the destroyed Cathedral of Christ the Savior, and therefore the central facade is oriented to the other side and now “looks” directly at the recreated religious building.

In those same years, the architect Shchusev began to implement the plan for the construction of the second stage of the Moscow Hotel, but the practical implementation of the project was never started.

Construction of two additional buildings began only in 1968. These were a 10-story building on the side of Revolution Square and a 6-story building facing Teatralnaya Square. For these purposes, some buildings located next to the already built part of the hotel complex were demolished, incl. and the Grand Hotel.

The work was completed in 1977 on the eve of the celebration of the 60th anniversary of the October Revolution.

Although they tried to erect the buildings in the same architectural concept as the former buildings, the decor of the facades turned out to be somewhat dry. Many critics expressed particular complaints about the building from the Teatralnaya Square side, which was an ordinary concrete box.

The history of the construction of the first stage of the Moscow Hotel is connected by legend with Joseph Vissarionovich Stalin himself, the leader of the Soviet state at that time.

Allegedly, the architect Alexey Viktorovich Shchusev presented the leader with a design project for the main facade in two versions, combined in one drawing and separated by a median line: the left one was more pompous, and the right one was made in more strict forms. Stalin's signature crossed the center line, and they were afraid to decide which of them was actually approved. So they built the façade with some asymmetry.

In confirmation of this, they point to the differences between the right and left risalits.

The legend may be beautiful, but it does not correspond to the facts. Stalin never put his signature on architectural projects.

“Restoration by demolition” - the architectural movement of Luzhkov’s time

In 2004, the old buildings of the Moscow Hotel, which occupied an entire block, were dismantled, and in their place they began to build a new building, which in its shape was supposed to resemble the previous building. By 2013, the main work was completed, and will begin soon new story of this complex in the center of the capital.

It is worth noting that huge amounts of money were allocated for construction, of which about $90 million were simply stolen. Many believe that the reconstruction of the building was required precisely for these purposes - cutting.

The Moscow Hotel was built only in the 30s of the last century, and here it was possible to do with a gentle reconstruction that would bring the building to the level of the world's best hotels, especially since such experience already existed in the capital. As an example, we can cite the hotels “Metropol”, “National”, “