Vogelsbergstraße 95, Schotten
The neoclassical half-timbered house at Vogelsbergstraße 95 in Schotten, Germany, creates a visual feast by combining elements of both neoclassical decorations and wooden framework. Though seemingly different, this combination invites onlookers to admire the craftsmanship of this historic gem.
The two-story house, built in 1816, had a renovation in 1906 based on the designs of Hans Meyer.
box bay window
A remarkable feature of the renovation is the double box bay window projecting above the open vestibule.
A box bay window is a variation of the traditional bay window, characterized by its rectangular shape. The central window is flanked by side windows positioned at 90-degree angles, thus creating a box-like structure that projects from the wall. This contrasts with a traditional one because it has angled sides, creating a curve or polygonal shape.
The parapet compartments on the lower box bay window are adorned with round medallions. A medallion is a round or oval ornament set within a frame. It is often in the form of a relief or a raised, three-dimensional design with a flat surface.
A medallion is a popular decorative element in neoclassical architecture. The motifs of the medallions vary greatly. Here, they depict craftsmanship, forestry, hunting, and agriculture. There is even an inscription of the building's history.
The upper part of the box bay window, which extends up to the roof, has wooden shingles and a triangular gable.
Also part of the renovation are window shutters with oval-shaped cutouts.
vestibule
A vestibule is a small transitional space that serves as an entryway to a house or building.
Above the richly decorated double-leaf door is a fanlight. A fanlight is a type of window oftentimes placed above a door or another window. It has tracery or glazing bars with a sunburst pattern. A fanlight can have a semicircular or rectangular shape.
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