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Symmetrical Federal Façade with Twin Chimneys and Decorative Medallions

#5510. Symmetrical Federal Façade with Twin Chimneys and Decorative Medallions

Before us stands a classic example of American Federal architecture – a two-story building with a symmetrical façade executed in a restrained style. The façade is clad in light beige stone or stucco imitating stonework, which gives the building solidity and substantiality.

The most expressive elements of the façade are two tall brick chimneys, symmetrically positioned at the edges of the roof. They create a vertical accent, contrasting with the horizontal lines of the building. Between them sits a small dome or ventilation turret, adding a characteristic silhouette to the structure.

The upper part of the façade is adorned with five circular decorative medallions with relief ornaments, evenly distributed above the second-floor window openings. These medallions serve as elegant embellishments on an otherwise austere façade.

The first floor features a portico with columns of simple order, typical for Federal style. The columns support an overhanging roof, creating a shaded space in front of the main entrance. Rectangular windows with simple casings are arranged symmetrically on both sides of the central entrance.

The landscaping in front of the building includes neatly trimmed shrubs that frame the façade and soften the transition from architecture to the surrounding environment. Together, these elements create the image of a historic building that likely served a public or administrative purpose in the past.