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"Making Makhachkala sterile is pointless" Mistakes of the past, Dagestan's identity and how architecture is changing the region. Our manager Isa Magomedov gave a big interview for RIA "Dagestan" on the occasion of the Architect's Day. Be honest about the city's pains and why we still have a chance. read the link
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Isa Magomedov took part in the V conference-festival "Not only the architect: a new life", organized by the KLAUZURA team. The large-scale professional event brought together more than 2,000 participants, dozens of experts and a rich business program: 16 sessions, open discussions, exchange of experience and live communication of the architectural community. For us, such meetings are an opportunity to be part of a professional dialogue, to discuss current industry challenges, and to find out more about the future.
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Makhachkala — based godekan has won the NEXT competition for Architecture in MOSCOW 2026, one of the key professional competitions for young architectural firms in the country. Following the results of the competition, godekan received the right to present a personal exhibition at the ARCH MOSCOW 2027. In 2026, the NEXT competition was curated by architect Amir Idiatulin and was dedicated to the theme "Architectural Utopia. In search of […]
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Makhachkala hosted IV URBAN GODEKAN dedicated to local identity in a modern interior On May 17, Makhachkala hosted IV URBAN GODEKAN Lecture Hall — an open educational platform on architecture, design and urban environment development, organized by the architectural consulting bureau godekan with the support of the Southern Light company. The theme of the event was design and traditions in the interior, and the central issue was the search for a local [ ... ]
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godekan Architectural Bureau became a partner of the ARCH-IDEA 2026 forum and took part in its business program — a professional platform that brings together architects, urban planners, experts and industry representatives to discuss the future of the urban environment and exchange practices. Managing Partner Isa Magomedov, Project team leader Alik Huseynov and Chief Architect Dmitry Russkikh were speakers of the forum from our office. In addition to the performance of […]
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Isa Magomedov took part in the large-scale HoReCa industry forum in 2026 "Architecture and Hospitality". At the meeting, market professionals discussed the most pressing and topical issues of the industry. The conversation is aimed at creating, developing, and modernizing the tourism infrastructure and hotel business within the country. As part of the session " Hotels as business cards of cities. Urban environment in a new interpretation of hospitality " Managing Partner […]
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Students got acquainted with the work of the architectural bureau and saw how real architectural projects are created. The team of the office spoke about the profession of an architect, the design stages and how the idea turns into a finished space. For students, this was a valuable practical experience and an opportunity to ask questions to specialists who work with real objects.
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"A master plan as a panacea for all problems: for whom, who and why it is needed." This was stated by the managing partner of the godekan bureau at the Platform discussion platform in Nalchik. Using the example of Derbent, we discussed how master plans work today, who they are created for, and at what point they become a real tool for city development. Every year, the Platform gathers hundreds of participants from Kabardino-Balkaria and [ ... ]
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2025 was a year of systematic work, growth and strengthening of positions. Without harsh gestures, but with a tangible result. Projects During the year we have designed more than 389,000 m2 of architecture: - 163,800 m2 of residential spaces-179,260 m2 of hotels and inns-19,261 m2 of retail — 27,539 m2 of cottage settlements Conducted 40 visits of the author's [ ... ]
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Out of 40 entries from all over the country, the jury selected 10 participants, and we are pleased to announce that our office has been included in the list of finalists. This year's theme is " Architectural Utopia. In search of the ideal". In the spring of 2026, the finalists will present their installations in ArchMoscow, where the winner will be determined based on the results of the exhibition. This is an opportunity for our team to show their vision for the future […]
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On November 22, a regular Urban Godekan meeting was held in the Temp space. This time the topic of the lecture is Tourism Architecture. International experts who have launched large chain hotels and local specialists who are behind bright projects in Dagestan shared their experience of working on successful cases. The following participants took part in the lecture hall:: Isa Magomedov, founder of the godekan bureau, spoke about the importance of windows and the role of [ ... ]
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On November 22, an Open Day was held at the godekan bureau. We have invited everyone to visit our office and get a closer look at the work of the bureau. The Managing partner of the bureau, Isa Magomedov, gave the guests a tour of the bureau. Chief architect Dmitry Russkikh spoke about the main tasks of the company in his presentation. The pleasant atmosphere was also complemented by a cozy coffee break and live communication.
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Our hotel complex project was shortlisted for the XI season of the international ADD AWARDS 2025. ADD AWARDS is an international independent professional award for architects, designers and developers. It is held in an open format, evaluating projects in the field of private / public architecture, interior and landscape design in different categories. This year, more than 2,400 entries were submitted, […]
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The managing partner of the godekan bureau, together with other experts from leading companies, shared his understanding of the topic of authenticity and identity in development. The Smart Heart team organized the dialogue "Authenticity in Development". Experts presented the experience of not only the whole country, but also more targeted — Yakutia, Chuvashia, Dagestan, and foreign-Uzbekistan and the United Arab Emirates. Isa Magomedov spoke at the meeting about […]
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The cozy office of the godekan bureau became a platform for the first day, where guests got acquainted with the company's work, and after a short tour and networking, they moved on to lectures. Participants shared their experience, discussed architecture, leadership, and business goals. The tour program also included a tour of Derbent. Among the speakers and guides to the ancient city are Isa Magomedov, Managing Partner of godekan. So guests […]
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At the 17th Forum of Architects of the South of Russia and the North Caucasus in Rostov-on-Don, the jury of the "Architaurus" competition awarded the Grand Prix to our project of the Kara Koisu hotel complex. The project was conceived as a recreation space that fits into the context of mountainous Dagestan: the architecture emphasizes the scale of nature, appeals to local images and at the same time meets the modern requirements of the hospitality industry. In addition to the main award, the godekan bureau received […]
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This year our office participates in the Architects program.Managing Partner Isa Magomedov and Chief Architect of the bureau Dmitry Russkikh participated in the Architects program.Russian Federation as the authors of the brief, architect Gazi Zingerov became a participant in the program. Our brief on "Tourism Architecture: Do no harm" is designed to develop solutions that will make the author's architecture manageable and understandable for all participants [ ... ]
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On June 28, a regular meeting was held at the Urban Godekan site. Architects, researchers, and entrepreneurs gathered to talk about cultural heritage. Among the speakers: Тим Timur Garunov & #8211; Head of the Cultural Heritage Department of the Derbent Department of Architecture and Urban Planning; ❜ Ivan Kuryachy & #8211; expert on urban and regional development of the Novaya Zemlya design and analytical company; Ю Yulia Goloveshkina & #8211; entrepreneur, restaurateur; ❜ Shamil […]
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This summer, the office hosted an internship for architecture students. We have students from different universities in Russia and Europe. The internship format is designed as close as possible to the work of the bureau: each intern has a project, schedule, weekly viewings and a final presentation to architects and engineers. Internship at godekan & #8211; is a chance to see the whole cycle of an architectural project, to feel the rhythm of work […]
At the architecture forum Zodchestvo VRN, our residential complex project was awarded a special diploma for the new quality of regional architecture. The Forum annually gathers architects, urbanists, government officials, and researchers to discuss urban development scenarios. This year, the key theme - "City Center" - has set the conversation vector about the scale, identity and vulnerability of spaces. Creating a yard as […]
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This is the end of our URBAN 'GODEKAN' - our open lecture hall, which brings together architecture and construction professionals.
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We discuss this and other issues on the Urban Podcast with Isa Magomedov – a platform for open dialogues about cities, business, and architecture.
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How to design courtyards that unite, inspire and create a safe space for all categories of residents
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Our projects were highly appreciated at the main architectural event of the country.
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Now an eco-friendly approach and awareness will replace the economic indicators for the project
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From routine tasks to original ideas: how neural networks help architects implement ambitious projects
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In recent decades, the world has become increasingly aware of its impact on the environment.
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How the festival inspired the Godekan team and became a place for new dialogue