LANDSCAPE AND ARCHITECTURAL PRINCIPLES OF PETER I SQUARE IN SARATOV
The article describes the principles of creating a square dedicated to the 300th anniversary of the visit of Peter I to Saratov. The historical and town-planning features of the territory, features of landscape and architectural organization of the space and the relationship with the main dominants are indicated. Functional zoning of the territory has been made, where the following functional zones are allocated: memorial, photo zone, territory for binbags, territory for cultural events, recreational zone. We plan to use different types of willows for landscaping, including shrubby ones, since this place has a slight moisture content. Coniferous stands such as Tsuga canadensis, junipers (Juniperus scopulorum, Juniperus communis L., Juniperus x media, Juniperus sabina L.), Picea pungens are recommended, as well as deciduous ones: Salix species, Betula pendula Roth., Sorbus aucuparia L., Siringa vulgaris L., several species of Spiraea L. Hedges and topiaries can be created from Ulmus parvifolia and Ligustrum vulgare. The authors have identified the main elements that highlight the characteristic features of a garden and Park object. Qualitative changes: the formation of a barrier-free environment in Saratov is associated with the installation of ramps, necessary fixtures, paths, equipment that create technical conditions for ensuring the availability and operation of urban facilities, implementing important functions of movement and communication for different categories of disabled and low-mobility groups of residents, as well as improving the environmental situation in the city by including the Park in the overall urban framework; creating aesthetic and functional spaces with comfortable conditions for all social groups and guests of Saratov. Quantitative changes: another well-maintained place will appear on the map of the city of Saratov. The project is aimed at a wide audience, including the formation of a barrier-free environment for people with disabilities.