Franciszek Gołomb House

Street Formation

Kravchuka Street is located in a historic district of Lviv that began to develop at the end of the 19th century. Its layout was established around 1900 on land previously belonging to the Bonifrater Monastery and a military hospital. Initially unnamed, the street was later named after the Bonifrater Order. In 1946, it was renamed in honor of Konstantin Tsiolkovsky, and in 1993, it received its current name in honor of Ukrainian mathematician Mykhailo Kravchuk.​

The street’s development occurred mainly between 1900 and 1908, featuring three-story buildings designed by architect August Bohowal. The street is characterized by its Secession-style architecture.​

Builders and Styles

Building No. 12 was constructed in 1906–1907, designed by architect August Bohokhvalskyi for engineer Franciszek Gołomb, son of renowned architect Andrzej Gołomb. The building showcases early (ornamental) Secession style, with characteristic stucco and wrought-iron elements.​

Who Was the Owner?

The first owner was engineer Franciszek Gołomb, who submitted a construction request for a three-story building on February 3, 1906. As of 2025, the building remains residential, with privately owned apartments.​

What Does the Building Look Like?

The three-story building features a facade with Secession-style elements. Original woodwork with carved pillars, wrought-iron doors, and stucco decorations have been preserved. The staircase interior includes Secession-style overdoors, stained glass, bronze details, and, beneath layers of plaster, Secession-style paintings awaiting restoration.​

Interesting Facts

• In the 1920s–1930s, the second and third floors were remodeled to create three apartments per floor instead of two.

• The facade retains authentic Secession-style elements, including stucco and wrought iron.​

What Is Here Now?

Today, building No. 12 on Kravchuka Street remains a residential property. The building maintains its architectural value and is part of Lviv’s historical environment.​

List of Literature

1. State Archive of the Lviv Region, fund 2/3/596.

2. Melnyk B. “The Streets of Lviv,” Lviv, 2001.

3. “Architecture of Lviv: Time and Styles,” Lviv, 2008.

4. Interactive Lviv. Center for Urban History of East Central Europe.

5. Pshyk V. “Kastelivka, Novyi Svit, Frantsivka,” Lviv, 2009.