Lakhta Center: a growth point for the city, architecture, and technology
Modern cities are becoming more innovative, denser, and more demanding in terms of environmental quality. Architecture and development have long gone beyond construction tasks. These are areas where the words "ecosystem," "sustainability," "technological sophistication," and "cultural identity" are increasingly heard. And in this new equation, Lakhta Center is one of the most convincing and large-scale answers. It is not just a record-breaking building, nor is it just the headquarters of a large corporation; it is a new benchmark for urbanism and development. The Lakhta Center has become a model for creating a structure that respects the past while looking to the future. Architecture is subordinated to the logic of the environment Since its completion, Lakhta Center has become the tallest building in Europe. But it's not about height. Its real significance lies in its ability to combine engineering courage, architectural expression, and profo...