Industrial complexes of merchant D.I. Smolin in the historical development of Kurgan

Abstract

Purpose: Identification and investigation of the presented industrial architecture of Kurgan-city built by the merchant D.I. Smolin late in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Methodology/approach: During the society transition from industrial to post-industrial development, some enterprises have lost their original function and need preservation and actual use. Historical industrial enterprises in the city of Kurgan are no exception. Scientific analysis of described objects based on architectural, artistic and three-dimensional parameters, their preservation and modern functional use. Research findings: Identification of preserved objects built by D.I. Smolin, namely: distillery, mill, official wine warehouse. These objects underwent many changes manifested in their three-dimensional solution. They carry the memory of a bygone era and need to be more carefully studied and preserved. Practical implications: The possibility of using the results in studying the history of architecture of Siberian cities. Originality/value: Collected and systematized documents on the industrial architecture of Kurgan by the merchant D.I. Smolin.