Book presentation: A Modernist Capital in New York
The publication is dedicated to the architectural heritage of Tashkent.
A special book presentation for A Modernist Capital took place at the Rizzoli publishing house in New York, in partnership with the Uzbekistan Culture and Arts Development Foundation. This publication examines Tashkent’s architectural heritage and its evolution through modernist influences.
The event featured a panel discussion on the architectural evolution of the city, focusing on its modernist aesthetic and iconic landmarks, including the Panorama Cinema (1964), the State Museum of Arts (1974), and the Uzbekistan Hotel (1976). The panelists discussed how these structures embody a blend of innovation and cultural identity.
The discussion featured Gayane Umerova, Chair of the Uzbekistan Culture and Arts Development Foundation, Abraham Thomas, Curator of Architecture and Design at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and Béatrice Grenier, Director of Strategic Projects at the Cartier Foundation. The panel was moderated by Dan Rubinstein, host of The Grand Tourist podcast.
