Tram depot named Apakov and skyhouse

Tram depot named after Apakov.
For those who love the whimsical architectural eclecticism of Moscow. Modernity and history are intertwined on the streets of Moscow in original and paradoxical ensembles. Today, the place in the watercolor is amazing and historical: The Apakov Tram Depot, opened in 1909, was originally called the Zamoskvoretsky Tram Park. This complex is located at the intersection of Shabolovka and Mytnaya streets.The main depot building was designed by engineer Vladimir Shukhov and has unique technical characteristics. The design feature is the use of advanced engineering solutions from the early 20th century, such as a parabolic roof covering and the use of cork slabs for insulation. The roof is equipped with special lighting lanterns that provide sufficient illumination of the interior space.
After the Civil War and the First World War in 1923, the park was named after Peter Lukich Apakov, a veteran of the October Revolution and the head of the Zamoskvorechye Red Guard Detachment. During this period, an active expansion of the infrastructure begins: the second half of the production facilities is being added, the capacity of repair shops is increasing, and more modern equipment is being introduced, such as electrical systems and modern means of communication.
After the reconstruction was completed in April 2023, the depot acquired a completely new look. Now conditions have been created here for the maintenance of modern low-floor Vityaz-Moscow trams. Thus, the Apakov tram depot remains an important element of Moscows transport infrastructure, preserving its historical roots and introducing the latest achievements in science and technology. And how surprisingly it resonates with the new buildings in the background.
The painting will become an interesting detail in the interior, an occasion for conversation with the guests.