Vila Rusalka, Historical villa in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic.
Vila Rusalka is a villa on Petra Velikého Street showcasing elaborate architecture from the late 19th century designed by architect Alfred Bayer. The building combines historical elements with Vienna Secession features and is now part of a larger hotel complex.
The villa was built in 1893 during a major construction phase of the Karlovy Vary spa town. After comprehensive renovation in 2005, it retained its original architectural character while being modernized structurally.
The building is part of the Savoy Westend hotel complex and shows how affluent guests lived during the spa town's peak years. The layout and decoration give a sense of the luxurious lifestyle visitors enjoyed at that time.
The villa is located in the town center at Petra Velikého 1020/12 and is accessible as a functioning hotel. Visitors should understand that the building operates as an active accommodation facility rather than as a public museum.
The building was one of the first designs by Alfred Bayer after his arrival in Karlovy Vary and shows his early experimentation with mixed styles. This blend of Austrian and historical influences later became a hallmark of his work in the city.
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