A 1973 postcard from Zaporizhzhia, showcasing the House of Clothes building, a prominent commercial establishment of the city, located on Sobornyi Prospekt.
What is shown on the postcard
The image features the multi-story House of Clothes building, designed in the Soviet modernist style with prominent glass facades and vertical architectural elements. On the upper part of the facade, the inscription in Ukrainian «Будинок одягу» (House of Clothes) and a stylized logo «Б» (likely from «Pobut» or «Budynok», or simply a decorative element) are visible. A wide alley stretches in front of the building, with pedestrians walking along it. To the right, trees and fragments of other urban structures can be seen.
Historical note
The building, known as the House of Clothes, was constructed in the post-war period in the center of Zaporizhzhia and is part of the architectural ensemble of Sobornyi Prospekt. Initially, it served as the Central Department Store (TSUM), one of the city’s largest retail establishments. During the Soviet era, such department stores often had specialized departments, like the ‘House of Clothes,’ which could occupy a significant portion of the building or even a separate structure, emphasizing their importance in retail trade.
Present day
The building at Sobornyi Prospekt, 153 in Zaporizhzhia stands to this day and continues to fulfill commercial functions, although its purpose and tenants have changed over time. It remains a significant architectural object and an important part of the urban development of central Zaporizhzhia.
Location (map)
Address: Sobornyi Prospekt, 153, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine
Coordinates: 47.838890, 35.158300
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates identified by address: Sobornyi Prospekt, 153, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine..
Questions and answers
- Where was the House of Clothes located in Zaporizhzhia? The House of Clothes was located at Sobornyi Prospekt, 153 in Zaporizhzhia.
- What architectural style is the building designed in? The building is designed in the Soviet modernist style, characteristic of the post-war period.
- What is the modern function of the House of Clothes building? Currently, the building on Sobornyi Prospekt, 153 continues to serve commercial functions.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Zaporizhzhia from 1973.
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