Features of architecture of ukraine in 1920-30's on examples of Kyiv and Kharkiv

Basic features and tendencies, inherent to the transition from a Constructivism style to Stalin Neoclassicism style (to Empire style) in architecture of Ukraine on the example of her the two capitals – Kharkiv (1919–1934) and Kyiv (since 1934) outlined in the article. It is reviewed originality and exceptional nature of evolution of architecture and spatial composition of prominent urban objects of these places in the World and Soviet architectural and artistic context of the Interwar Years. Particular attention paid to the competitive projects on development of governmental capital areas of Kharkiv and Kyiv.