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The aim is to analyze the evolution of urban conservation methods in Tbilisi from the Soviet era through the 1990s to present-day practices.

August 11, 2026Built HeritageOpen Access

‘Reconstruction-plus-regeneration-plus-adaptation’: transforming old Tbilisi during and after socialism

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This article explores urban heritage conservation approaches in Tbilisi, highlighting Soviet influences and post-socialist transformations.

The aim is to analyze the evolution of urban conservation methods in Tbilisi from the Soviet era through the 1990s to present-day practices.
Comparative analysis of architectural interventions during the 1990s and early 2010s
Examination of Kavlashvili's method of reconstruction-plus-regeneration-plus-adaptation
Review of historic district restoration projects initiated by Saakashvili
Kavlashvili's methods have significantly influenced post-socialist urban conservation in Tbilisi.
The 1990s represented a transformative period that drew on and modified Soviet urban strategies.
Current projects like 'New Life for Old Tbilisi' demonstrate the ongoing legacy of Soviet approaches while attempting to change the city's historic landscape.

Angela Wheeler (2026) studied this question.

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This article explores urban heritage conservation approaches in Tbilisi, highlighting Soviet influences and post-socialist transformations.