Street Formation
Kravchuka Street in Lviv emerged at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries during the development of areas behind the former military hospital, which had been annexed to the Bonifratres monastery. In 1900, three new parallel streets appeared on city plans—now known as Kravchuka, Verkhratskoho, and Sevastopolska. Their formation is associated with architect and entrepreneur Andrzej Gołąb, who likely was involved in planning the plots. The street’s development occurred between 1900 and 1908 based on designs by architect August Bohowal.
Initially, the street was named Bonifratres in honor of the order, later renamed Barmherzige Brüdergasse during the German occupation. In 1946, it was renamed after Russian scientist Konstantin Tsiolkovsky. In 1993, the street was named after prominent Ukrainian mathematician Mykhailo Kravchuk, who was repressed in 1937.
Builders and Styles
Building No. 10 on Kravchuka Street was constructed in 1906–1907 based on a design by architect August Bohowal, commissioned by engineer Franciszek Gołąb, son of Andrzej Gołąb. The building’s facade is executed in the historicism style with elements of secession, particularly in stucco decorations and wrought-iron details. Unique thematic secessionist murals have been preserved in the vestibule and staircase.
Who Was the Owner?
The original owner of the building was engineer Franciszek Gołąb, who commissioned its construction. In the 1920s–1930s, the building underwent reconfiguration: the second and third floors were remodeled from two apartments per floor to three apartments per floor.
What Does the Building Look Like?
The building is a three-story structure with a symmetrical facade featuring four windows. The central axis is accentuated by side two-window projections characteristic of early 20th-century architecture. The entrance is slightly offset to the left. The facade incorporates secessionist elements, including stucco and wrought-iron work. The vestibule and staircase retain thematic secessionist murals.
Interesting Facts
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The building is a local architectural monument (protection No. 1074-M).
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The project for building No. 10 was approved simultaneously with that of neighboring building No. 8, indicating a comprehensive approach to the street’s development.
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Franciszek Gołąb owned multiple plots on this street, allowing for the realization of a unified architectural ensemble.
What Is Here Now?
Currently, the building remains residential. Its architectural value lies in the preserved secessionist elements, making it an important part of Lviv’s historical architecture.
References
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Interactive Lviv: Kravchuka St., 10 – Residential Building
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Lviv M. Mykhailo Kravchuka St. – Pradidivska Slava
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Lviv Neo-Baroque and Karel Bublik – Zbruch
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In Lviv, They Want to Preserve the “Sunny” Villa and Open a Music Gallery There – Tvoe Misto
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Lviv – Wikipedia