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Before us is an impressive example of brick architecture with a unique decorative facade solution. The building demonstrates the masterful use of red brick to create complex arched structures. The lower part of the structure is particularly striking with its remarkably rhythmic composition of intersecting arches forming a volumetric lattice structure. This brickwork represents a virtuosic demonstration of traditional craftsmanship and showcases the potential of brick as a decorative material.
The upper part of the building is adorned with arched elements above the windows and decorative gables on the roof. The architect created an interesting contrast between smooth plastered surfaces and the texture of brickwork. Such an approach to facade design can inspire modern homeowners to use decorative brickwork to create expressive accents on their house facades, even if on a more modest scale.
The building reflects the influence of the Neo-Russian style with its characteristic attention to brickwork details and decorative elements. Despite the facade being in the process of reconstruction or conservation (as evidenced by the bricked-up openings), the architectural value of the building is undeniable, especially in the context of preserving traditional building techniques.