Comprehensive Approach to Urban Landscaping of Orthodox Church Ensemble of the Trinity Church in Tomsk

Currently, the needs of the church are growing, creating a need for new functions, which leads to the construction of structures that clash with the surroundings within historic Orthodox church complexes. Significant changes are being made to the spatial layout of these complexes, distorting the emotional perception of both the church and surrounding buildings. It is necessary to preserve not only individual elements of a church ensemble, but also to use a comprehensive approach to zoning and urban landscaping, restoration of historic buildings, and rational selection of functions. This is essential for maintaining the integral perception of the religious structure, preserving the historical authenticity of the church complex, and ensuring the harmonious relationship with its surrounding development.
Purpose: The aim of the work is to preserve the spatial layout of the site of the Troitskaya Church in Tomsk, a monument of regional significance, while incorporating new functions necessary for its operation.
The design is based on the principles of the sacred concept of the Heavenly City of Jerusalem, contemporary regulatory documents on Orthodox church construction, and an analysis of early Orthodox monastic complexes.
Research findings: Research results and design solutions of the urban landscaping the Trinity Church in Tomsk as well as its restoration and adaptation of the Sunday school building, shows that a comprehensive approach is necessary to preserve the integrity and cultural value of the Orthodox church complex. Practical implications: The developed proposals can be used in pre-design research and the territory design of the Trinity Church complex and other Orthodox church ensembles, as well as in the educational process concerning the reconstruction and restoration of the architectural heritage.
Value: Research findings can be used in solving the problem when working with similar objects.

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