Almaty, the largest city in Kazakhstan, is known for its stunning mountain backdrop and vibrant cultural scene. Once the country’s capital, it remains an important economic and cultural hub, offering a blend of modern architecture and Soviet-era modernism.
During a week-long workshop, architecture students and local artists initiated an exploration of different neighborhoods of Almaty. They developed themes and concepts referring
to the neighbourhood based on stories of the inhabitants, personal observations and its architectural vocabulary.
We would like to thank Friederike van Stephoudt and Gulmira Zhandybaeva and her team from the Goethe-Institut Kazakhstan and all the participants for making this workshop happen.
