Bakhmetevsky Bus Depot, Constructivist bus depot in Maryina Roshcha District, Russia.
The Bakhmetevsky Bus Depot is a constructivist transportation facility from the 1920s located in Moscow's Maryina Roshcha district. Its interior showcases large windows, red brick construction, and geometric forms spread across an industrial hall of approximately 8,500 square meters.
The building was designed and completed in 1927 by architect Konstantin Melnikov, inspired after observing a fleet of Leyland buses in Paris. This experience shaped his approach to creating a facility specifically engineered for operating modern vehicles of that era.
The building now hosts a contemporary art center that presents exhibitions and cultural events for visitors interested in modern creativity. This transformation has given the historic structure a vibrant cultural life beyond its original transportation purpose.
The site is accessible to visitors, though you should check current programming before visiting as it regularly hosts exhibitions and events. The location is situated in north-central Moscow with convenient access via public transportation options.
The building featured an innovative circulation system allowing buses to move through the facility in a continuous loop without needing to reverse. This design principle was revolutionary for its time and demonstrates Melnikov's deep understanding of practical transportation operations.
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