Academy Of Science (The Golden Brains)
Yuri Platonov
Moscow, Russia
Photography: Oliver Lins
The Presidium of the Academy of Sciences, often affectionately referred to as the “Golden Brains” in Moscow, is a distinctive architectural complex situated along the Moskva River. Construction on this ambitious project spanned from 1967 to 1990, under the guidance of a team led by renowned Russian architect Yuri Platonov. The Presidium is a striking example of a fusion of Soviet-era and Postmodern architectural styles, making it a truly unique and iconic landmark.
The Presidium of the Academy of Sciences, often affectionately referred to as the “Golden Brains” in Moscow, is a distinctive architectural complex situated along the Moskva River. Construction on this ambitious project spanned from 1967 to 1990, under the guidance of a team led by renowned Russian architect Yuri Platonov. The Presidium is a striking example of a fusion of Soviet-era and Postmodern architectural styles, making it a truly unique and iconic landmark.