Architectural image of contemporary spectacular buildings in Kazakhstan Authors Aliya Tolegen T. Zhurgenov Kazakh National Academy of Arts Anara Amirzhanova Sh. Ualikhanov Kokshetau University Ainash Nauryzbayeva T. Zhurgenov Kazakh National Academy of Arts Downloads PDF (Russian) DOI: https://doi.org/10.51461/issn.2309-3072/88.2801 Published 2026-06-12 Issue No. 88 (2026): local cultures Section refereed articles License This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. How to Cite Tolegen, A., Amirzhanova, A., & Nauryzbayeva, A. (2026). Architectural image of contemporary spectacular buildings in Kazakhstan. Project Baikal, 23(88), 150-155. https://doi.org/10.51461/issn.2309-3072/88.2801 More Citation Formats ACM ACS APA ABNT Chicago Harvard IEEE MLA Turabian Vancouver AMA Download Citation Endnote/Zotero/Mendeley (RIS) BibTeX Keywords: multifunctional complexes, identity, context, digital technologies, architectural landmark Abstract The purpose of this study is to analyze the architectural image and technological solutions of three contemporary spectacular buildings in Kazakhstan. The research methodology is based on the analysis of open-source materials, design documentation, photographic records, professional publications, and visual observations of the buildings’ operation within the urban environment. The results demonstrate that the integration of global design practices, digital technologies, and local cultural motifs contributes to the formation of a distinctive architectural image of spectacular buildings and enhances their role as urban landmarks and carriers of regional identity. References Almaty Arena. (n.d.). Official website of the multifunctional ice complex “Almaty Arena”. Retrieved December 1, 2025, from https://www.dssalmatyarena.kz/ Almaty Theatre. (n.d.). Tengrinews. Retrieved December 1, 2025, from https://tengrinews.kz/guide-map_object/34/ A new theatre ALMATY THEATRE opens in Almaty. (n.d.). The Village Kazakhstan. Retrieved October 16, 2025, from https://www.the-villagekz.com/village/city/news-city/22479-almaty-theatre-new “Astana Opera” undergoes rebranding. (n.d.). Official website of Astana Opera Theatre. Retrieved September 5, 2025, from https://astanaopera.kz/news/1045 Brozovsky, J., Labonnote, N., & Vigren, O. (2024). Digital technologies in architecture, engineering, and construction. Automation in Construction, 158. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2023.105212 Elhagla, K. (2020). The contribution of iconic buildings to urbanism. Alexandria Engineering Journal, 59(6), 4503–4514. Gavrilova, M. M., (2025). Problems of shaping the architecture of newgeneration theatrical and entertainment buildings and complexes. Academia. Architecture and Construction, 1, 44–51. Kronenburg, R. (2012). Live Architecture: Venues, Stages and Arenas for Popular Music. London; New York: Routledge. Mohab, T., Kustaubayeva, M., Nauryzbayeva, A., Tursynovna, A., & Amandykova, D. (2025). Comparative analysis of modernist and postmodernist approaches to urban space. Civil Engineering and Architecture, 13(5), 3975–3992. DOI: 10.13189/cea.2025.130537. Smirnova, N. R., Benay, K. A., & Radionov, T. V., (2025). Architectural improvement and typological development of entertainment buildings under reconstruction conditions. Urban Construction and Architecture, 15(4), 35–45. Solodilov, M. V. (2021). Soviet architecture of sports and entertainment buildings as an experience of popularizing late modernism in the city of Togliatti. Technical Aesthetics and Design Research, (3)2, 33–43. State Opera and Ballet Theatre “Astana Opera”. (n.d.). Association of Musical Theatres. Retrieved November 1, 2025, from https://amuzteatr.ru/theatres/gosudarstvennyj-teatr-opery-i-baleta-astana-opera/ Tolegen, Z., Issabayev, G., Yussupova, A., Murzalina, G., & Amandykova, D. (2022). Architectural and compositional solutions in civil engineering. Civil Engineering and Architecture, 10(3), 1036–1046. DOI: 10.13189/2022.100320. Zamparini, A., & Lurati, F. (2023). Iconic buildings in the making of city identity: The role of aspirational identity artefacts. Urban Studies, 60(12), 2474–2495. DOI: 10.1177/00420980221144157.