Urban Development Foundation of Kyrgyzstan
An independent urban research and analytical platform working with cities as integrated ecosystems.
From research and strategy — to implementation and sustainable impact.
About us From research and strategy — to implementation and sustainable impact.
We Research
We collect data, conduct studies, and listen to the city and its residents.
We Interpret
We transform information into strategies, scenarios, and clear development pathways.
We Implement
We help ideas become real, functioning urban solutions.
Our Challenges
Why cities need a systemic approach
- Fragmented developmentUrban initiatives are often implemented in isolation and do not form a coherent development trajectory.
- Disconnected systemsThe urban environment, economy, governance, and communities evolve separately, despite influencing each other every day.
- Coordination complexityGovernment, business, experts, and citizens act without a shared language and aligned priorities.
- Lack of data and diagnosticsWithout metrics and analysis, it is difficult to choose effective solutions and assess their long-term impact.
Our Approach
We view the city as a living ecosystem where spatial, social, economic, and governance processes are interconnected.
Our work begins with analysis, continues with strategic design, and concludes with implementation support — focused on long-term impact.
Our work begins with analysis, continues with strategic design, and concludes with implementation support — focused on long-term impact.
Our Team
A team of professionals working to develop sustainable, functional, and vibrant urban ecosystems.
- Emil NasritdinovArchitect and urban planner, Associate Professor of the “Urban Planning and Design” program at the American University of Central Asia (AUCA).
- Nuray BakasovaDevelopment strategist and marketer, expert in urban product and environment, founder of Focus marketing agency, consultant to construction and development companies.
- Stanislav DalidchikUNDP expert in Kyrgyzstan, Professor of Practice at Almaty Management University, lecturer at AUCA, MA in Urban Studies (University of Manchester).
- Jamila BaiborievaArchitect, urban and landscape designer, Program Coordinator of Urban Planning and Design at AUCA.
- Atai SamybekUrbanist and city planner, specialist in sustainable urban development.
President of the Urban Development Foundation, co-founder of the urban initiative “Kant Kuttuu Shaar”. - Nurislam MyrzakanovUrban architect, founder of the architecture and development company “ADD”, member of the Union of Architects of the Kyrgyz Republic, board member of the Association of Designers of Kyrgyzstan.
- Anipa Almazbek kyzyExecutive Director of the Urban Foundation.
A graduate with honors of the American University of Central Asia, with a degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences and a concentration
in Urban Planning and Design.
A researcher working at the intersection of urban development, landscape architecture, and social sciences.
Our Partners
Move Green
An environmental initiative focused on promoting sustainable practices in urban environments. The team implements projects in ecology, urban greening, and conscious consumption, engaging citizens in building cleaner and more resilient cities.
An environmental initiative focused on promoting sustainable practices in urban environments. The team implements projects in ecology, urban greening, and conscious consumption, engaging citizens in building cleaner and more resilient cities.
АDD Company
A consulting and project company operating in territorial development, urbanism, and business. Specializes in strategy development, analytics, and integrated solutions for urban and commercial projects.
A consulting and project company operating in territorial development, urbanism, and business. Specializes in strategy development, analytics, and integrated solutions for urban and commercial projects.
Urban Hub Bishkek
An urban platform and community that brings together experts, activists, and citizens to discuss and shape urban development. Implements educational, research, and public initiatives in urbanism.
An urban platform and community that brings together experts, activists, and citizens to discuss and shape urban development. Implements educational, research, and public initiatives in urbanism.
Creative Industries Association
A professional association focused on developing the creative economy. Supports professionals in design, media, culture, and technology, fostering growth, collaboration, and access to new markets.
A professional association focused on developing the creative economy. Supports professionals in design, media, culture, and technology, fostering growth, collaboration, and access to new markets.
FOCUS
A marketing agency specializing in strategic brand development and promotion. Works with businesses in development and other sectors, offering end-to-end solutions from analysis to campaign execution.
A marketing agency specializing in strategic brand development and promotion. Works with businesses in development and other sectors, offering end-to-end solutions from analysis to campaign execution.
American University of Central Asia (AUCA)
A leading international university in Central Asia offering education based on American standards. The university активно develops programs in urban planning, sustainable development, and training of next-generation professionals.
A leading international university in Central Asia offering education based on American standards. The university активно develops programs in urban planning, sustainable development, and training of next-generation professionals.
What We Do?
- Urban Analytics
Territorial diagnostics, research of urban processes, and work with indicators and data. - Strategic Planning
Development strategies, concepts, master plans, and transformation scenarios for cities and districts. - Solution Design
Integrated solutions for urban environments, mobility, public spaces, and urban services. - Expert and Educational Formats
Forums, discussions, labs, and programs for professionals and decision-makers.
