Annotation:The article describes the method of architectural design of the ethnographic center, taking into account the historical background of the design of the dwelling of Kabardians (Adygs) and modern construction requirements. The pre-project study is based on the analysis of materials from early studies of the Kabardian dwelling, on the basis of which a round closed shape is proposed, which is present not only in descriptions of the architecture of the dwelling, but also in the dance ""Uj"". The rhythm of this dance can be used in the image of a building as a way to enhance architectural and artistic expression. This method takes into account the preservation and popularization of the cultural heritage of the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic in order to further increase the tourist attractiveness of the region.

Keywords: Keywords: Adyghe, Kabardian and Circassian dwelling, tourist cluster, national architecture, ethnocultural tourism, Kabardian dance "Uj"

The public education project ""Dream School"", implemented in support of the federal school overhaul program, attracts students of architectural and design schools in the regions, which will allow them to simultaneously acquire applied competencies in the learning process. During the development of the design project, the need for specialists to conduct a preliminary design analysis was revealed, since one of the five schools did not meet the standards in terms of their spatial planning parameters. It is proposed to carry out the reconstruction of this educational institution. The premises of the dining room and the assembly hall are transferred to the annex block.

Keywords: school design project, school renovation, school recreation, public education project "Dream School", school reconstruction