Schmelowského vila Villa

Schmelow Villa, located in Jablonica above Nisou, is a protected cultural heritage with architectural value. It was created in 1933 according to the design by Heinich Lauterbach and represents one of the most important proofs of modern architecture in the Czech Republic. Its structural principles, such as steel skeleton and progressive design, reflect the functional style of the time.

The villa was designed by Heinich Lauterbach, a graduate of the University of Technology in Darmstadt and Dresden. He acted as a free architect in Wroclaw and designed not only Schmelow Villa for Jablonec nad Nisou, but also Hásek's villa. While Hásek's villa was built in 1931, the design for the Schmelow Villa dates back to 1932 and its implementation took place in 1933 by Alberto Thamerus. This house was designed for Friedrich Schmelowski's skin doctor, who became the first owner.

The architecture of the villa is characterised by its functional style and innovative design solutions. The foundation of the construction is a steel skeleton, which was very modern for the time being. This principle is similar to that used for the Villa Tugendhat in Brno. The building is a firm impression of Opletalov Street, while the garden is open with large glazed areas. The roof of the house is flat and in the reduced part with the living room ends with a quarter profile, leaving the building a bay with a circular window. The plaster is beige, the window frames are bright red and some interiors have yellow or blue paint. The frames of windows and doors are metal and a birch was used on the plaster, which at that time represented modern material.

After 1945, the owners changed. The German husbands Schmelowski were relegated and the villa became privately owned. The current owner is a person who is aware of the architectural value of the building and keeps it carefully.

The interior of the house is one of its most important elements. The central area is an entrance hall that can access other parts of the house. On the ground floor are housed living rooms such as dining room and living room, separate furniture wall and curtain. A slightly extended two-level living room with rounded wall is pegged into the garden with a glass wall, which brings a feeling of openness and connection to nature. On the floor there are bedrooms, bathroom, toilet, guest room and living terrace. The unique feature is the preservation of original interiors including tiles, floor and wallpaper after more than 70 years almost unchanged. The upholstery, electric chandeliers and other lighting, the central heating system and copper water distribution are equally preserved.

Schmelow Villa is protected not only by the object itself, but also by its fencing and garden. The layout of the house and interior solutions are considered timeless. Its importance for the development of architecture and family housing crosses the borders of the Czech Republic, which makes it one of the most important proofs of modern architecture in the region.

Today, Schmelowska Villa stands as a witness to an innovative approach to design and construction, which was very progressive for its time. Its preservation and careful maintenance make it not only an architectural importance, but also a attraction for visitors from around the world. Exploring this villa is an opportunity to immerse yourself in history and understand how modern architecture shaped the environment and aesthetics of the 20th century. Her visit offers a unique view of the past and the present and recalls how important it is to maintain and appreciate historical monuments for future generations.