It is an exceptional example of Gothic architecture in Russia,[1] and included in the UNESCO World heritage list, along with other historic buildings in the city.

The Chamber was part of the Episcopal complex founded in 1433 by order of Euthymius II, Archbishop of Novgorod.

It is also indicated by the European Gothic wimpergs, fan traceries, lancet windows and other architectural features typical of the style.

The ancient Novgorodian icon, "The Vision of Sexton Tarasius", which contains an image of the Chamber, shows that in the past the building had stepped gables with lancet niches, which are further Gothic features of the period.

[3] In July 2008, the remains of a building believed to be the house of Novgorod Archbishop Bazil were found near the Chamber.