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Estonian urbanism 1935–1955: the Soviet-era implementation of pre-war ambitions

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Estonian 1940s–1950s town planning practices show that Stalinist principles were in line with those of Estonian architects during the 1930s pre-war, independence period. However, between 1944 and 1955, within the context of the Soviet regime’s occupation, urban planning was faced with rigid ideological constraints. After the Second World War, Estonian architects were forced to abandon projects in historical city centres, which focused on maintaining local natural conditions and cultural heritage, as well as using local materials. Some existing town centres, such as in Tallinn, Narva, and Pärnu, were reconstructed after suffering damage in the war, as well as for ideological reasons. Yet, during this time period, most efforts were directed towards building new industrial towns in East Estonia that exemplified a Stalinist utopia; this also presented the Soviet regime with an opportunity to exploit local mineral resources.

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  • Siim Sultson, 2018. "Estonian urbanism 1935–1955: the Soviet-era implementation of pre-war ambitions," Planning Perspectives, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 33(3), pages 385-409, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:rppexx:v:33:y:2018:i:3:p:385-409
    DOI: 10.1080/02665433.2017.1348977
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