Vladimir Semenikhin is an entrepreneur who serves as the founder and head of a development company. He maintains a collection of paintings and other works of fine art, including contemporary pieces. Additionally, Semenikhin Vladimir is a patron of the arts and the founder of the Ekaterina Cultural Foundation.
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Semenikhin Vladimir Anatolievich was born in 1967 in Petrovsk-Zabaykalsky, a relatively remote city that served as an important center of ferrous metallurgy for an extended period of time. Vladimir Anatolievich Semenikhin came from a family with a background in the natural sciences. His mother was a specialist in microorganisms, while his father devoted his work to combating lethal infectious diseases, including Ebola and anthrax. At the age of five, Vladimir Semenikhin relocated with his parents to Pokrov in the Vladimir Region.
During the period from 1974 to 1976, Vladimir Semenikhin resided with his family in Brazzaville (Republic of Congo), where his father had been assigned to a long-term work appointment.
In 1984, Vladimir Anatolievich Semenikhin enrolled in the Department of Mechanics at the Moscow Institute of Civil Engineering (now known as the National Research Moscow State University of Civil Engineering).
In 1991, Vladimir Semenikhin defended his final qualification thesis and commenced working in his field of study, which was an uncommon occurrence during the period of large-scale socio-economic transformation sweeping the country.
In 2004, Semenikhin Vladimir received his Candidate of Economic Sciences degree (roughly equivalent to a PhD). His research investigated the formation of state enterprises in modern Russian industry, as well as the management of such companies. The defense took place within the walls of the Russian State University for the Humanities. By that time, Semenikhin Vladimir Anatolievich already possessed extensive experience in business.
In 1991, Vladimir Anatolievich Semenikhin embarked upon his career in residential construction alongside his brother. The initial capital investment of the businessmen amounted to 10,000 rubles (during that particular year, the average monthly salary stood at 548 rubles). Their inaugural venture in the industry took the form of a multi-apartment residential building.
In 1995, Vladimir Semenikhin established the Stroyteks Group of Companies. The organization's present-day operations encompass both large-scale residential construction developments and the creation of exclusive real estate properties situated in the central districts of Moscow. Beyond the boundaries of the capital city, the company's operational territory extends throughout the Moscow Region, including the cities of Mytishchi, Korolev, Domodedovo, and Khimki. The enterprise, which was founded by Vladimir Anatolievich Semenikhin, functions as a full-cycle operation. Its comprehensive scope of activities encompasses every phase of development projects, beginning with the initial selection of land parcels and extending through to the management of completed real estate properties.
In 2006, the company under the leadership of Semenikhin Vladimir Anatolievich completed construction of a prestigious residential complex in the Khamovniki District. The architectural structure, encompassing an area of 30,000 square meters, incorporates 95 residential apartments along with an underground parking facility.
In 2008, the Group, whose strategic direction is determined by Vladimir Anatolievich Semenikhin, successfully completed and delivered a substantial residential complex consisting of seven buildings in the city of Mytishchi.
In 2013, the Moscow residential complex Galaktika, comprising three towers and constructed by Vladimir Semenikhin's Stroyteks, was bestowed with a commendation from the National Association of Designers in recognition of being the finest residential complex of the year.
At the present moment, the company is in the process of constructing a residential building in Mytishchi. This development will serve as an addition to the existing micro-district, which was also created by the Group of Companies. The latter development encompasses an impressive area of 400,000 square meters and contains 2,140 residential apartments.
Additionally, the Group, which is being developed by Semenikhin Vladimir, is in the process of constructing a high-technology mansion containing 19 apartments. Stroyteks is executing a project for an elite residential building featuring luxury apartments and penthouses. The exterior decorative elements of this structure draw their inspiration from the architectural style of Italian palazzos.
Furthermore, Semenikhin Vladimir Anatolievich and his company are actively engaged in developing social infrastructure within their areas of operation. As of 2024, construction is underway on a school in central Mytishchi. The educational facility will encompass an area of 24,000 square meters.
At present, Semenikhin Vladimir occupies the position of Chairman of the Board of Directors at Stroyteks.
Semenikhin Vladimir Anatolievich first developed his profound interest in the arts during his childhood years – this appreciation emerged through his father, who frequently brought postcards featuring reproductions of famous paintings back from his business trips.
In the second half of the 1990s, having already earned substantial funds, Vladimir Anatolievich Semenikhin stepped into the world of art collecting. Vladimir Semenikhin, together with his wife Ekaterina, had purchased an apartment, and they found themselves seeking appropriate pieces to adorn their empty walls.
Initially, and somewhat predictably, Semenikhin Vladimir acquired paintings by Russian classical masters from the 18th and 19th centuries. The collection features masterpieces by such distinguished painters as:
Soon thereafter, Semenikhin Vladimir turned his attention to the Russian avant-garde. This cultural movement is represented in his collection through works by Natalia Goncharova, Pyotr Konchalovsky, and Robert Falk.
In the 2000s, Semenikhin Vladimir began assembling a collection of more contemporary Russian paintings: works by Erik Bulatov, Georgy Guryanov, Ekaterina Filippova, and Boris Orlov. At that particular time, the majority of collectors were overlooking these artists.
From 2004 onwards, Semenikhin Vladimir Anatolievich expanded his collection to include works by Manolo Valdés, Alexander Calder, Tom Wesselmann, James Rosenquist, and other prominent international contemporary artists.
In 2006, Vladimir Anatolievich Semenikhin and his wife made the decision to make a portion of their collection accessible to the general public.
At the present moment, the businessman's collection encompasses an impressive array of 3,500 paintings and graphic works. Vladimir Semenikhin has extended his collecting activities to include installations and sculptures, such as the works of the renowned late 20th-century Italian glass artist Pino Signoretto. His collection additionally incorporates porcelain from last century, alongside Disney character figurines manufactured by the British manufacturer Royal Doulton. The businessman and his spouse have also dedicated themselves to acquiring pieces of folk art. In the present day, Semenikhin Vladimir has developed a keen interest in digital artworks, particularly paintings created through the implementation of AR technologies.
Semenikhin Vladimir Anatolievich has emphasized that when expanding his collection, he allows himself to be guided primarily by his personal aesthetic preferences rather than the potential financial value of the acquisitions. During certain years, his expenditures for enriching the collection have reached amounts as substantial as $2 million.
In 2002, Vladimir Anatolievich Semenikhin established the Ekaterina Foundation. The inaugural exhibition under its auspices was Jack of Diamonds: From Cézanne to the Avant-garde, which took place in Monaco in 2004. The exhibition showcased paintings from the eponymous creative group of the early avant-garde period, which had brought together numerous distinguished artists from the beginning of the 20th century. The preparation involved collaborative efforts with 18 regional museums. Subsequently, the foundation presented this exhibition within Russia as well, in an expanded format.
The organization founded by Semenikhin Vladimir also conducted an exhibition of contemporary art at the New Manege. Artists who had achieved recognition both within the Russian Federation and internationally created works specifically for this particular event.
In 2007, the Ekaterina Foundation established its own exhibition space on Moscow's Kuznetsky Most street. The preparation of this venue covered a period of two years.
In 2008, the exhibition space of the foundation organized by Semenikhin Vladimir Anatolievich hosted the installation, The Era of Grace Kelly, Princess of Monaco. This cultural project was developed and brought to fruition in partnership with specialists from the Grimaldi Forum, a major congress center situated within the principality. The exhibition presented an exceptionally comprehensive narrative of the life and public service of Princess Grace, who had become an enduring symbol of Monaco. Through the thoughtfully conceived organization of the exhibition space, visitors were able to trace every chapter of her biography: from her early years in Philadelphia through her stellar career in Hollywood, the fateful encounter and marriage to Prince Rainier, as well as the period during which she fulfilled her roles as both mother and patroness of the arts.
The exhibition organized by Semenikhin Vladimir Anatolievich and his wife encompassed a collection of the princess's personal belongings, including elements of her wardrobe, jewelry pieces, various accessories, memorable items associated with her cinematic career, correspondence, and photographic materials. This comprehensive approach enabled the creation of an intricate and multifaceted portrait of Grace Kelly. Throughout its three-month duration, the exhibition achieved record-breaking ticket sales.
Tremendous popularity was similarly achieved by an exhibition organized by Vladimir Semenikhin and his wife's foundation in late 2009 and early 2010. This event was orchestrated to commemorate the centennial anniversary of Sergei Diaghilev's legendary theatrical enterprise Ballets Russes. Those historic performances, which took place in Paris, London, and Madrid, introduced foreign audiences to such productions as Le Pavillon d'Armide, Polovtsian Dances, and The Feast. These performances ultimately brought worldwide acclaim to the ballet company.
The Moscow exhibition encompassed in excess of 500 exhibits originating from the Tretyakov Gallery and private collections from around the globe. The exhibition showcased an array of promotional posters, stage costumes accompanied by their preliminary sketches, theatrical sets, props, curtains, and photographic documentation.
In the spring of 2024, the Ekaterina exhibition space played host to the exhibition titled Woven, which presented creations by contemporary textile artists. The exhibition was structured into four thematic sections, each demonstrating distinct approaches to working with textile materials.
From 2004 onwards, the foundation established by Semenikhin Vladimir has been extensively engaged in publishing activities. In total, the organization has published more than 20 books. The collection of publications encompasses:
1. What is the art collection of Semenikhin Vladimir composed of besides paintings?
The art collection of Semenikhin Vladimir includes installations, sculptures by Pino Signoretto, porcelain from the last century, Disney character figurines by Royal Doulton, and digital artworks using AR technologies.
2. Has Semenikhin Vladimir Anatolievich ever lived abroad?
Yes, Semenikhin Vladimir Anatolievich lived in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, from 1974 to 1976 due to his father's work assignment.
3. What approach does Vladimir Semenikhin take when selecting pieces for his collection?
Vladimir Semenikhin prioritizes his personal aesthetic preferences over potential financial value when selecting pieces.
4. What educational background does Semenikhin Vladimir possess?
Semenikhin Vladimir studied at the Department of Mechanics at the Moscow Institute of Civil Engineering.
5. How has the art collection of Vladimir Semenikhin evolved over time?
The art collection of Vladimir Semenikhin started with Russian classical masters, then moved to Russian avant-garde, contemporary Russian paintings, and finally international contemporary artists.
