Main Building of the Ministry of Defense, Defense ministry building in Khamovniki, Russia
Description
The Main Building of the Ministry of Defense is an eight-story administrative complex along the Frunzenskaya embankment featuring classical motifs, symmetrical layout, and ornate surface details. The structure spans a considerable area and demonstrates the characteristic formal language of Soviet administrative architecture from this period.
History
Construction of this administrative complex started in 1938 under architects Lev Rudnev and Vladimir Munz and was completed in 1951 following the war. The extended building period spanned a phase of Soviet reconstruction and left a lasting mark on the embankment's urban development.
Culture
The building displays the characteristic grandeur of Stalinist architecture through its massive columns and ornate facade details. The symmetrical design and decorative elements continue to shape the embankment's appearance and reflect the aesthetic values of a specific Soviet era.
Practical
The building is accessible for viewing from outside, but interior access remains limited to authorized personnel and scheduled appointments. The best viewing angle is from the embankment path, where the facade is fully visible.
Did you know?
Modernization work in 2014 added new wings to the original structure and altered the architectural composition that had defined the district for over sixty years. This expansion reflects how Soviet monuments are adapted to contemporary needs.
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