Architect L. A. Lamekin (1922–1994)

Abstract

The article is devoted to the architectural heritage of Leonid Lamekin to commemorate his 100th anniversary in 2022. The article reviews and analyses the peculiarities of L. A. Lamekin’s creative work during the 13 years spent by the architect in Irkutsk. The most noticeable buildings and complexes constructed by the architect in Irkutsk are characterized. The architectural ensemble created by the architect in the central part of the city became the most remarkable work of the master.

Keywords

• Irkutsk architecture
• layout of Irkutsk
• Neoclassicism
• Stalinist architecture
• urban reconstruction
• Leningrad school of architecture