On February 27, lecturers and students from the Department of Design and Architecture Fundamentals (DAF), the Institute of Architecture and Design, visited the Astronomical Observatory of the Department of Higher Geodesy and Astronomy (HGA) at APP.
The visit was intended not only to show the participants the observatory’s facilities and equipment but also to launch the development of its future design project. This hands-on experience is particularly valuable for students, as it allows them to work with a real facility, apply theoretical knowledge in practice, and gain essential experience in architectural design and planning.
The tour for lecturers and students of the Department of Design and Architecture Fundamentals was led by representatives of the HGA Department – Associate Professor Bohdan Dzhuman, Head of the Department; and Engineer Pavlo Chubatko. They guided the visitors through the observatory’s premises, highlighting its functions and technical equipment. The observatory spaces, especially those with access to the roof of the APP’s main building, drew particular attention.
Professor Svitlana Linda, Head of the DAF Department; Professor Andrii Pavliv, Associate Professor Roman Frankiv, assistants Rostyslav Medvid and Taras Dovhaliuk, as well as students of group DS-38 attended the meeting.
The aim of the future design project is to create a modern, functional, and aesthetically expressive space for the Astronomical Observatory while preserving the historical authenticity of its premises and individual interior elements. The project is intended to integrate scientific, educational, and representative functions, incorporate preserved historical details, and at the same time provide a comfortable environment for work and study.
Students will be involved in designing various observatory spaces, including the lobby, teaching and lab rooms, library, corridor and staircase, large auditorium, meridian hall, and astronomical tower. Working on such hands-on projects helps students develop professional skills, fosters a responsible approach to design, and enables them to better understand the unique challenges of working with historical sites.
Such initiatives integrate the educational process with practical experience and provide students with the opportunity to engage in real projects which is an important step in their professional development.
