Trade Unions building, Odesa, Administrative building at Kulykove Pole, Odesa, Ukraine
The Trade Unions Building is an administrative structure at Kulykove Pole in central Odesa, displaying geometric shapes and symmetrical design that reflect postwar Soviet architectural style. The facade of light stone rises several stories with large windows that bring natural light into the interior spaces used for offices and gatherings.
Architect Henrich Topuz completed the structure in 1958, during a period of intense rebuilding efforts following World War II in Soviet Ukraine. The construction was part of a broader plan to establish modern administrative centers in major cities across the region.
Bilingual signs in Ukrainian and Russian appear throughout the structure, reflecting the linguistic diversity found across the city. Trade union events and conferences continue to take place in the meeting rooms, which remain reserved for labor representatives and worker organizations.
The structure sits at Kulykove Pole, an open square in central Odesa that is easy to reach from different parts of the city. Public areas are accessible through the main entrance at the front of the building, while administrative offices are open to visitors by appointment.
The structure appears on historical postcards from the 1960s, where it was shown as a symbol of postwar modernization efforts. The facade received new stone cladding during restoration work in the 1990s, intended to preserve its original appearance while addressing weathering damage.
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