The architectural appearance of Petersburg comes to life in a new lecture: we explore how motifs of the Italian Renaissance were reflected in modernism, and why this dialogue with the past still captivates the minds of contemporary architects and art historians. How did Petersburg architects of the late 19th and early 20th centuries communicate with the world in the language of the Italian Renaissance? Why did they turn to harmony, symmetry, and grandeur, and how did these features transform during the modernist era? The lecture at the Mayakovsky Library is not just a story about the past. It is a dialogue about time, form, and ideals. Participants, along with renowned art historians, architects, and historians, will explore what lay behind the pursuit of classicism and how it influenced the architectural code of Petersburg. Special guests of the event include PhD candidate Alexander Chepel, honored architect of the Russian Federation Evgeny Gerasimov, and art historian Irina Golubeva. Each will offer a unique perspective on the role and evolution of Renaissance imagery-from the mansions of the Silver Age to urban spaces of the 21st century. The moderator, Ivan Chechot, a leading researcher at the Russian Institute of History of Arts, will help participants build a bridge between the past and the present. The event will be of interest to those who are passionate about architecture, art history, urban development, and simply want to see Petersburg in a new light.