Red house, Heritage building in Dornbirn, Austria.
Description
The Red House stands at Marktplatz 13 and features a striking red facade with decorated roof beams showing traditional architectural elements. The structure spans multiple stories with characteristic timber details and represents the building style of its era.
History
The building was constructed in 1639 and played an important role in Dornbirn's city history. Its existence influenced significant political events in the region.
Culture
The building displays four-part window groups and traditional timber construction methods that represent early modern architecture in the Vorarlberg region. These construction techniques were typical for wealthy merchant houses of that era.
Practical
The building sits in a pedestrian-friendly zone near St. Martin parish church and is easy to reach. From this location you can easily visit other cultural venues like the City Museum and galleries.
Did you know?
The distinctive red color comes from a protective coating called Ochsenblut, applied using historical construction methods. This traditional substance was an effective preservative for the timber at that time.
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