Forsaken Homeland
After the collapse of the USSR, many former Soviet republics inherited a vast legacy - a legacy of abandoned buildings.
Hospitals, factories, bunkers, printing houses, summer camps, cinemas, and countless other facilities were left behind, forgotten or abandoned in the aftermath of political and social upheaval.
This process of abandonment stretched throughout the 1900s and even into the 2000s, leaving behind an eerie, haunting landscape.
Each of these buildings has its own unique history, often tragic, sometimes unsettling. Some have already crumbled into ruins or removed, while others remain standing, decaying silently over time.
These forgotten places are a testament to a world that has moved on, but their stories still linger, hidden in their walls.
Exhibition 29.11.2024 Happy End Hotel
Unique Circle x Broke Today
My fascination with abandoned buildings began in childhood.
Growing up in Kazakhstan, I remember an old school building near where I lived - its silent halls and dark elevator shafts. One day, my classmates and I ventured inside, and the rush of exploring the unknown, the thrill of stepping into a place where no one else dared to go, left an indelible mark on me. From that moment, the desire to explore lost places became a part of who I am.
Over the years, I sought out more abandoned sites, driven by that same sense of curiosity and excitement. Each building I entered brought a new thrill-the sudden creak of a floorboard, the sharp silence, the rush of wind through broken windows - all of it made my heart race. I discovered that these places are more than just ruins; they are echoes of a bygone era, full of untold stories.
