Vila Heinricha Justa Villa

Vila Heinricha Justa is located on the northern edge of the city of Aš and represents a unique Art Nouveau architecture from 1924. The building was built by an ash factory Heinrich Just, who traded yarn and coal. The project was developed by architect Karl Ernstberger, pupil Otto Wagner. The building features the Heimattel style, which was typical of German-speaking countries at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Since 2022, the entire complex, including the garden and fence, has been protected as a cultural monument.

The creation of the building is related to the period between world wars, when many experiments were conducted in architecture. The object represents Heimatstyle, which was characterized by a return to cultural roots and regional traditions. This direction was reflected in the use of local materials and details that provided the building with aesthetic value and comfort. The one-storey building has a square floor plan and a Mansard Valb roof. The southeast corner tower is the most significant element of the exterior. It has an oval on the ground floor and a polygonal floor plan and is finished with a helmet with a vase. The main entrance to the house is located near the tower in an open loggia with a column. The decorative grille of the entrance door bears the monogram of the owner of HJ. In the south facade that goes into the garden, the arcade covered porch captures. Smooth plaster of the facade complements green blinds shutters.

The project was carried out in 1924 by the Aš construction company Otto Luecker. The original elements of the Heimatstyling are preserved in both exterior and interior, which can be seen, for example, on shutters, doors, railing or built-in furniture. The elevated ground floor served as an apartment for the owner's family. From the central hall you could enter the bedroom, living room, kitchen and men's room. It also contained a spacious seating area in the ground floor of the corner tower. The toilet and bathroom were also at this level. On the floor were the offices of Heinrich Justa, room for the maid and other rooms. The interior of the corner tower served here as a breakfast corner. Soil space was used by the studio and warehouses.

From its inception until today, the building has remained the property of the Justy family. The key moment for the object was its entry into the monument protection in 2022. This protection applies to the villa itself and its garden and fencing. This step underlines the historical and cultural importance of the construction as an example of Heimatstyled architecture.

Today, the building is open to the public, which can appreciate its historical and architectural value. The preserved interior with original elements offers a unique view of life in the early 20th century. The villa is worth visiting not only because of its beauty, but also as a witness to local history and culture. Exploring this site is an opportunity to learn the heritage of the past and understand the importance of regional architecture for the cultural identity of the Aš region.