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Bielefeld's journey through time: historian buys dream villa from the 50s!
Remco Schaumann buys a stylishly renovated villa from the 50s in Bielefeld and offers a holiday apartment in vintage style.
Bielefeld's journey through time: historian buys dream villa from the 50s!
In Bielefeld, the cozy atmosphere of the 1950s attracts young and old nostalgics alike. Ten years ago, the historian Remco Schaumann purchased an inconspicuous villa that was built in the style of that time. It once belonged to the Delius family of manufacturers. With a lot of dedication, he lovingly renovated the inside of the house, which reveals little that stands out on the outside, paying attention to the attention to detail of the era. How WDR reports, his villa not only symbolizes upper-class living in the post-war period, but also a piece of history that Schaumann is now preserving.
What makes life special in a time travel like this? For Schaumann, access to the past is a treasure that he cultivates with style and elegance. He decorated the villa in a nostalgic style, equipped with an old jukebox and a tea set from his grandmother's inheritance. Even the kitchen was restored to its original style, with a modern stainless steel sink giving way to a charming stoneware sink.
Authentic time travel in the bathroom
Schaumann paid particular attention to the bathroom, which stands out as the heart of the renovation: the old toilet bowl and the green tiles from England give the room an authentic 1950s charm, while all the technical equipment remains up to date. Even though a lot of emphasis has been placed on the old style, modern comfort is not left behind.
Schaumann shows creativity not only in the renovation of the villa, but also in the use of space. He is currently converting the former housekeeper's apartment into a holiday apartment. This is rented out via the Internet portal Airbnb and will also have an interior that captures the spirit of the 1950s, it is reported Westfalen-Blatt.
Search and find a piece of history
The search for original pieces of furniture is an exciting challenge for the passionate collector. Flea markets and classified ads are his playgrounds where he looks for treasures. Be it a Horex Regina 350 from 1951 in his garage or objects that have stood the test of time - every piece has its story, a story that needs to be told.
Post-war architecture, which is often stigmatized as “gray architecture,” has been given a new shine thanks to Schaumann’s commitment. It develops an independent design language with its asymmetrical and curved balconies as well as the eye-catching tile cladding. The popularity of this design is also reflected in the numerous monuments that adorn this era, which are decorated with mosaics and sgrafitti, such as monumentservices.de describes.
Remco Schaumann's villa is more than just a living space. It is a living museum that embodies the fascination and attitude to life of the 1950s. Here history becomes tangible and the charm of the old days captivates everyone. Anyone who has been able to take a look into this lovingly designed world will definitely not be able to let go of the nostalgic flair.