The City of Sudden Constructivism

Kharkiv is a city of unexpected Constructivism, which appears where you least expect it. Sometimes it is hidden from view by high fences or camouflaged among the decor of the socialist classicism style—back then, buildings in this style were ruthlessly fought against, yet it still seeped into this new style. Constructivist style is truly a Kharkiv brand that must be known, loved, and cherished.

Kuznechna Street, 34. Photo: Ivan Ponomarenko, 2020

Heroes of Kharkiv Ave, 275. Photo: Ivan Ponomarenko, 2020

Yaroslava Mudrogo Street, 6. Photo: Ivan Ponomarenko, 2020