Gorodetsky's house with chimeras
Будинок Городецького з химерами
🇺🇦Ukraine, Kyiv
Gorodetsky's house with chimeras, located in Kyiv, Ukraine, is an architectural monument constructed between 1901 and 1902. Designed by architect Vladislav Gorodetsky, this Art Nouveau building features unique animal sculptures on its facade, representing various exotic creatures.
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The building's location at 10 Bankova Street makes it accessible within Kyiv’s central district. Its intricate exterior includes figures of elephants, rhinos, and other animals, crafted from cement. Originally intended as an apartment building, it now serves as the Ukrainian President's official ceremonial residence. The eight-story concrete structure is notable for its early use of cement and reinforced concrete techniques.