Socio-Spatial Aspects of the Adaptation of Soviet Residential Development in the Contemporary Urban Environment of Ivano-Frankivsk

The article examines the socio-spatial processes of adapting Soviet-era residential areas within the contemporary urban environment of Ivano-Frankivsk. The study focuses on the morphological evolution of residential districts built between the 1950s and 1980s and the specific features of their transformation under post-industrial urbanization. The research substantiates the hypothesis that Soviet housing estates, despite their physical and moral obsolescence, preserve considerable spatial and infrastructural potential for sustainable renewal. The methodological framework combines historical-morphological analysis with socio-urban approaches, emphasizing the relationship between architectural structure and community dynamics. The authors identify four principal groups of adaptation factors-demographic, sociocultural, spatial-functional, and technological-which together define the evolution of these areas. The paper demonstrates that post-Soviet transformations are not limited to architectural reconstruction but also include social reorganization, emergence of homeowners’ associations, and new patterns of civic participation in spatial development. A key finding is that adaptation represents an evolutionary process transitioning from spontaneous, fragmented interventions toward systematic renovation guided by the principles of sustainability and urban resilience. The study reveals the potential of Soviet residential estates to become active components of a polycentric urban structure through morphological renovation, functional diversification, and eco-social modernization. The authors argue that maintaining the morphological identity of housing estates while integrating energy-efficient technologies and inclusive design practices can ensure long-term viability of these districts. Practical significance lies in developing a scientific basis for municipal renovation programs and strategic planning documents, including the General Plan and Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan of Ivano-Frankivsk. The conclusions emphasize that Soviet housing legacy should be viewed not as a burden but as a spatial and cultural resource for shaping a balanced, human-oriented city. The article contributes to contemporary Ukrainian urban studies by localizing the broader post-socialist discourse within the context of a medium-sized city. It offers methodological tools for assessing adaptation capacity and provides conceptual recommendations for policymakers, architects, and urban planners seeking to integrate historical continuity with modern standards of energy efficiency and community involvement.