Sometimes the most fascinating stories begin in the most unassuming way. Architecture, after all, is not only about strictly following regulations—drawing, planning, and executing according to rules. Architecture is so much more than technique and guidelines; it is inspiration, discovery, and sometimes even a small journey into the unknown.
And that is exactly how this story began.
Architect Marco Stelzel met spontaneously with Mayor Mike Schramm for a walk in the Thierbach district of Kitzscher. Together, the two strolled along a narrow path that led to a well-hidden and long-forgotten estate from another era.
Behind dense, overgrown shrubs and bushes—dilapidated and known to many only as a so-called “lost place”—an architectural gem suddenly revealed itself, something Stelzel could hardly believe his eyes. Despite its condition, one thing was immediately clear: a historic treasure lay hidden here.
For Stelzel, the decision was instant: this building had to be saved.
What initially seemed like a chance discovery soon developed a momentum of its own. Piece by piece, everything fell into place. Before long, investors were found, and the purchase agreement for the property was signed in 2025.
Since then, the project has continued to gain momentum, writing its own story with every new step.
The team at Avedomum-Fotografie has been following the development of this remarkable undertaking with great excitement and anticipation, eagerly looking forward to the next chapters of a project that once began like a small fairy tale.
Media Coverage
The story of the rediscovery of this historic estate has not gone unnoticed beyond the region. Several media outlets have already reported on the project and the unique circumstances of its discovery.
Among them are articles published by the Leipziger Volkszeitung and Bild, highlighting the extraordinary find, the plans to restore the historic architecture, and the future development of the site.
Anyone who would like to learn more about the background and the vision behind the project can find additional insights in the following articles:
