Žilvinas Rinkšelis
2019 January 9
When the Chaimsonai's private residence was completed, on the Maironis street in 1930, the new building was met with sincere astonishment by the city's residents. As the rest of the neighbourhood didn't commit to the building's owners race for new heights, this condo building remained unchallenged in its category in interwar Kaunas.
2019 January 8
The construction of this institutional building in the city's most prestigious avenue, drew particular attention. When it opened its doors to the public in 1940, just days before the Soviet occupation, the high-rise State Savings Bank building became one of the last architectural symbols of Lithuanian interwar modernism.
2018 December 18
This private residence, located next to a busy boulevard, rightfully draws the eye of many a passersby. The building stands out among its modernistic Kaunas' peers by its looks and decorative details, and breaks away from Lithuanian architectural tradition.
2018 December 14
The construction of the post office and the telephone station next to each other was not accidental. As the post office was being modernized, the need of a modern telephone exchange became apparent. The rapidly increasing number of telephone subscribers made a need to automate manual switch systems.
2018 December 14
The historical Kaunas Officers' Club remains to this day one of the city's most significant interwar architectural gems. Over the years, the building has retained its original function, and fascinates not only by its expressive architecture, but also by what's hidden behind its walls.
2018 December 10
Almost a full century stands between us, and the First Lithuanian Republic. It may seem like a very long time, and every monument that reminds us of that period is often seen as an outdated relic. The Central Post Office building, however, still stands as a perfect example for understanding the backstory of Lithuanian modernism.
2018 December 10
During the interwar period, Kaunas not only became the cultural, economic and political centre of Lithuania, but also a giant construction site. From these tumultuous times, we have inherited a throve of architectural creations, but the people behind these monuments and buildings are often forgotten, their names slowly fading away from public memory. The Ilvoskis brothers are, however, an outstanding exception to the rule.
2018 December 7
Obelynė is one of the most famous places that reminds us of Tadas Ivanauskas (1882–1970). And we do not have many of such places. Is easier to count them rather than name them, and one can get lost in the endless list of merits and interesting biography facts that the famous professor of nature left behind. His legacy connects the generations and lurks almost behind every corner. His memory is immortalized by a new genus of insects called Ivanauskella in his honour.
2018 December 7
After making a fortune, Romanas Polovinskas, the co-owner of construction company Mūras, built a large residential house at the city centre in 1932. The luxurious building had a two-part garage in a private courtyard and a lift. The premises on the ground flood were exceptional because of their large showcase windows and were dedicated to commerce.