The book of candidate of art history V.K. Shuisky continues the series "Architecture of St. Petersburg. Styles and wizards." In the light of the latest discoveries, the author publishes historical materials that make it possible to re-evaluate the work of a number of famous architects of St. Petersburg in the mid-18th century. The publication is designed for a wide range of readers interested in the history of St. Petersburg; can be used in secondary and higher educational institutions in local history and city history courses.