Ludwik Grohman's villa, Renaissance villa in Stary Widzew, Poland.
Ludwik Grohman's villa is a Renaissance residence in Stary Widzew with symmetrical design and supporting structures like a carriage house and stables. The entire complex on Tymienieckiego Street shows the typical layout of a wealthy private estate with clear separation between living quarters and service buildings.
The building was constructed between 1882 and 1912 under architect Hilary Majewski during a period of rapid industrial expansion in Łódź. The extended construction timeline reflects the gradual development and modernization of the estate as the city grew economically.
The villa is named after its original owner and reflects the wealth of the local factory families of its era. Visitors can still see how the private residence connects to the service buildings, showing how prominent families lived and organized their households.
The estate is located in Stary Widzew and is accessible from central Łódź by public transportation or car. As the building is a protected monument, visitors should confirm access arrangements beforehand.
The construction period of 30 years allowed different architectural influences to be integrated and the house to be gradually adapted to changing tastes. This makes it a rare example of how a single residential building reflects the architectural evolution of an entire era.
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