Construction progresses as intended in Ekaterinburg's freshly erected Chess Academy.
The Ural Chess Academy, a renowned institution for chess education and development in the Ural region of Russia, is currently undergoing restoration in the city of Yekaterinburg. Despite limited publicly available updates on the progress of the project, the restoration aims to preserve the building's historical and cultural heritage while modernizing training and event spaces.
The new Ural Chess Academy will be a modern two-story building with a basement level. Upon completion, it is expected to accommodate around 500 young chess players. The second floor will feature classrooms and a spacious playing hall for ceremonial events, while the first floor will house changing rooms, a café, and a chess museum, which will showcase Anatoly Karpov's personal collection.
The academy's new home, known as the "Profit House," is a regional cultural heritage site. The restoration project includes adapting the building for modern use while preserving its historical and cultural elements. The main structural and anti-accident work for the Ural Chess Academy has been completed, and current work includes exterior network installation, facade work, internal construction, and window block installation.
The Ural Chess Academy has historically been a centre for chess education and competitions in Yekaterinburg, fostering notable chess talents and hosting tournaments. In 2023, despite a significant decrease compared to the previous year, Sverdlovsk athletes won 51 medals. This was followed by a surge in success the following year, with Sverdlovsk chess players winning 99 medals at official national competitions.
For precise and up-to-date information, inquiries to local Yekaterinburg cultural or sports authorities, or official announcements from the Ural Chess Academy itself, would be the best approach. The future plans for the academy likely include modernization of facilities, integration of advanced training technologies, and expansion of programs to further develop chess in the region.
In an earlier development, artists painted the walls in the children's department of the Kosulino ambulance, adding a touch of colour and creativity to the city's cultural landscape. This initiative demonstrates the region's commitment to preserving and promoting its cultural heritage.
The Ural Chess Academy, once fully restored, is set to continue its role as a beacon for chess education and development in the Ural region, attracting local talent and hosting international competitions.
The restored Ural Chess Academy, set in the "Profit House," will not only cater to modern chess training needs but also house a museum showcasing Anatoly Karpov's personal collection, merging home-and-garden (museum) and lifestyle (chess education) elements. The renovation project also includes adapting the building's exterior and interior for network installation, facade work, and window block installation, reflecting the blend of sports (chess) and home-and-garden (architecture) in the academy's new design.
