History:
During the 1920s a great effort was made to modernise Lithuania. With the majority of buildings still being wooden, brick buildings accounted for only 6% of all buildings, although a large number of brick buildings were already under construction. A plan was set in action to increase brick production and reduce cost. This plan not only had to modernize the Lithuanian economy, but also according to the organizers had important cultural significance, as it was aimed at improving the environment and quality of life.
In 1923 “Palemonas”, the largest and most modern company producing high-quality bricks and tiles was established, supplying the country with 7-8 million bricks, which were used for the construction of many Kaunas' buildings. When the site was constructed it was geometrically and neatly arranged, the buildings were utilitarian and unified in composition. The administrative and residential areas were separated by greenery.
In the post-war years, the “Palemonas” brick-and-tile factory assembled equipment looted during the war and produced more and more products every year. My research suggests it could be the only remaining brick factory in Lithuania, the site is currently managed by the company “Palemono Keramika”.
The Explore:
Because the site was partially still in use we had to casually stroll through the main gates and hope no one questioned us. Having knowledge of where the workers and security would be from a previous visit in 2019, it was just a matter of timing and luck. Some demolition had occurred since I was last there, making access a little bait, but we made it in.
The place is like a time capsule, with areas seemingly just shut down for the day but then never revisited by workers again. Sadly we could only visit one building this time, but there was still plenty to see.
Thanks for taking a look!
During the 1920s a great effort was made to modernise Lithuania. With the majority of buildings still being wooden, brick buildings accounted for only 6% of all buildings, although a large number of brick buildings were already under construction. A plan was set in action to increase brick production and reduce cost. This plan not only had to modernize the Lithuanian economy, but also according to the organizers had important cultural significance, as it was aimed at improving the environment and quality of life.
In 1923 “Palemonas”, the largest and most modern company producing high-quality bricks and tiles was established, supplying the country with 7-8 million bricks, which were used for the construction of many Kaunas' buildings. When the site was constructed it was geometrically and neatly arranged, the buildings were utilitarian and unified in composition. The administrative and residential areas were separated by greenery.
In the post-war years, the “Palemonas” brick-and-tile factory assembled equipment looted during the war and produced more and more products every year. My research suggests it could be the only remaining brick factory in Lithuania, the site is currently managed by the company “Palemono Keramika”.
The Explore:
Because the site was partially still in use we had to casually stroll through the main gates and hope no one questioned us. Having knowledge of where the workers and security would be from a previous visit in 2019, it was just a matter of timing and luck. Some demolition had occurred since I was last there, making access a little bait, but we made it in.
The place is like a time capsule, with areas seemingly just shut down for the day but then never revisited by workers again. Sadly we could only visit one building this time, but there was still plenty to see.
Thanks for taking a look!
