Cosmic Communist Constructions Photographed

Frederic Chaubin, 2011

Overview

Photographer Frederic Chaubin presents 90 buildings from fourteen former Soviet Republics, representing what he terms the fourth age of Soviet architecture. His photographs capture an emergent, imaginative spirit that flourished between 1970 and 1990. Unlike earlier periods, this era lacked a dominant architectural school, instead showcasing a chaotic impulse born from a decaying system. The sheer diversity of these structures foreshadowed the dissolution of the Soviet Union.

Who it's for

• Architectural historians
• Fans of Soviet-era design
• Photography enthusiasts
• Readers interested in post-Soviet cultural shifts

Key features

• Language: English
• Pages: 288
• Binding: Hardcover with dust jacket
• ISBN: 9783836525190
• Publisher: Taschen
• Year: 2011
• Format: 260x340 mm