Georgia: The National Agency for the Protection of Cultural Heritage expressed deep sorrow over the death of honored engineer-constructor Gigla Chanukvadze.
Gigla Chanukvadze was born on October 3, 1935, c. In Tbilisi. In 1958, he graduated from the Faculty of Construction of the Polytechnic Institute of Georgia with a specialty in Industrial and Civil Construction (Constructor-Seismologist).
1958-1964 year – worked at the project institute “Civilconstructionproject” as an engineer-constructor, the primary constructor of the project; 1964-1997 year – was the head of the Tbilisi Zonal Scientific-Research, Tbilisi Institute (“Tbilizniep”), the head of the Seismo Construction Laboratory; 2005-2009 year – he became the construction and property management of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia Main specialist of management; Since 2009 he was a cultural heritage At the national defense agency.
Gigla Chanukvadze’s contributions to the engineering and construction industry were significant. He authored more than 50 works and participated in seismic construction projects. Under his projects and leadership, many buildings and debris were rehabilitated, including several cultural heritage monuments. His work not only improved the structural integrity of these buildings but also preserved their historical significance.
His project was not just successful, but it was also recognized with a gold medal in the traditional construction category at the Sofia Architecture Week 2012. In 1982, he was honored with the prize of the Council of Ministers of the Soviet Union, a testament to the impact of his work.
With Gigla Chanukvadze’s passing, the Georgian engineering and construction industry mourns the loss of a specialist with profound knowledge, extensive experience, and a professional approach that sets a high standard for all.
The National Agency for the Protection of Cultural Heritage shares in the collective grief over the loss of Gigla Chanukvadze, extending our deepest condolences to his family, relatives, and colleagues.
