House of Szymanowski, Art Nouveau mansion in Taganrog, Russia.
The House of Szymanowski is an Art Nouveau mansion in Taganrog featuring ornate brick facades and symmetrical proportions. The rooms display decorative moldings and window patterns typical of 19th-century residential design.
The building was constructed in the mid-1800s and was long owned by the Sychev family, who operated a trading business from the property. In the early 1900s, the mansion underwent modernization and expansion by new owners.
Doctor Vladimir Shimanovsky, a notable gynecologist, transformed the mansion in 1914, adding modern amenities while preserving the original architectural elements.
The mansion is easily reached on foot and sits in a central location in Taganrog near other local attractions. The exterior is visible from the street and makes for a pleasant walk through the neighborhood.
The mansion incorporated advanced technology for its time, including a water supply system and boiler room, marking significant progress in residential construction in Taganrog.
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