Sergei Tchoban: Sections of the Mind. Architectural Graphics in New York
Connoisseurs of architecture and graphic art have a unique opportunity to get acquainted with the works of the renowned architect Sergei Tchoban. His debut solo exhibition in New York, titled "Sergei Tchoban: Sections of the Mind", opened on April 3, 2025, and will run until June 7, 2025.
The exposition is housed in a significant space – the Paul Rudolph Institute for Modern Architecture. The project is curated by Vladimir Belogolovsky.
What Will Visitors See?
The exhibition presents a collection of 30 works executed by Sergei Tchoban by hand using charcoal, ink, watercolor, pastel, and printing techniques. The central theme is the architectural section, which Tchoban masterfully uses not only to explore the structural and spatial features of buildings but also to reveal their hidden histories and meanings.
Visitors will see fantastical visions and competition projects, as well as depictions of the architect's real, under-construction objects. Tchoban's works explore the clash of opposites – pragmatism and artistry, history and modernity, offering his vision of a more meaningful and ecological architecture. Of particular interest are the sheets where futuristic glass volumes of the 21st century coexist with views of ancient Rome in the spirit of Piranesi, as well as nostalgic ruins and projects for his native Saint Petersburg.
Who is Sergei Tchoban?
Sergei Tchoban (born 1962 in Saint Petersburg) is an acclaimed architect, artist, and collector. After graduating from the Repin Institute in 1986, he moved to Germany in 1991, where he now heads the firm Tchoban Voss Architekten. Among his well-known buildings are the Museum for Architectural Drawing in Berlin, the Federation Tower complex in Moscow, and the Russian pavilions at the EXPO in Milan and Dubai. In 2018, he was awarded the prestigious European Prize for Architecture. His graphic works are held in the collections of the Victoria and Albert Museum (London), the Albertina (Vienna), and other leading museums.
How to Visit the Exhibition:
- Title: Sergei Tchoban: Sections of the Mind
- Dates: from April 3 to June 7, 2025.
- Venue: Paul Rudolph Institute for Modern Architecture.
- Address: East 58th Street, New York, New York, USA (Manhattan).
To clarify opening hours and possible visiting conditions, we recommend visiting the official website of the Paul Rudolph Institute.
The "Sections of the Mind" exhibition is a rare opportunity to peek into the architect's creative laboratory, to see how through the masterful command of the section, not only buildings are born, but also deep reflections on the past, present, and future of architecture.