The Commander's House on the south bank of the Pfaffenteich in Schwerin is an elegant example of neoclassical architecture and served as the official residence of the commander of the Grenadier Guards Battalion. Built between 1836 and 1837, it is a symbol of the reform and modernization of the Mecklenburg military under Grand Duke Paul Friedrich.
The Commandant's House, located on the picturesque south bank of the Pfaffenteich, is an impressive example of 19th century neoclassical architecture. Built between 1836 and 1837 to designs by the architect Georg Adolph Demmler, it served as the official residence of the commander of the Grenadier Guards Battalion. The design reflects the priorities of Grand Duke Paul Friedrich, who pushed for the relocation and modernization of the Mecklenburg military during his reign.
The building has the typical features of the classicist structure. The entrances and windows of the plinth zone feature elegant round arches, while the window heights of the bel étage and roof zone ensure harmonious proportions. The preserved ornamental gables, which are decorated with stuccoed helmets and hint at the historical function of the building, are particularly striking. The complex came into private hands in 1883 and has retained its prestigious character to this day.
