Utyuzhok, Regional cultural heritage building in Voronezh, Russia
Description
The Utyuzhok is a regional cultural heritage building in Voronezh with a distinctive triangular shape that inspired its colloquial name. It sits on Revolution Avenue and displays functional Soviet architectural features from its era.
History
The building was constructed in the 1930s during the Soviet industrialization period. It gained official recognition as a regional cultural heritage site in 1991 and has been protected since then.
Culture
The building shows early Soviet design principles from the 1930s with its practical approach to structure. Its distinctive triangular form became so recognizable that locals gave it a name referring to an iron object.
Practical
The building is located in central Voronezh and serves as a clear landmark for navigating the city center. Its distinctive shape makes it easy to spot from the street and serves as a helpful reference point.
Did you know?
The building's name comes from its triangular shape resembling an iron or flatiron used in daily life. This playful local term shows how residents connect the structure to everyday objects they recognize.
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