Formation of the Street
Olena Stepanivna Street is located in the Zaliznychnyi district of Lviv, in the Pryvokzalna area. It was laid out at the end of the 19th century, connecting Bema Square (now Prince Sviatoslav Square) and Na Blonie Street (now Zaliznychna Street). Initially, the street was named Kordeckiego, in honor of Augustine Kordecki, the prior of the monastery in Jasna Góra who defended it against Swedish troops. During the Soviet period (1946–1991), the street was named Leningradska. In 1991, it was renamed in honor of Olena Stepaniv — a Ukrainian historian, geographer, public and military figure, and the first woman in the world officially enlisted in military service with the rank of officer.
Builders and Styles
Building No. 33 on Olena Stepanivna Street was constructed in 1901 in the style of romantic historicism with elements of Neo-Baroque. The project was developed by architects Kasper Julian Draniewicz and Stanisław Dec for Colonel Yuriy and Malvina Bulharyn. The building resembles a palace villa with a veranda, balcony, and decorative elements characteristic of the Secession style.
Who Was the Owner?
The original owners of the building were Yuriy and Malvina Bulharyn. During the Soviet period, the building was nationalized and used as a women’s consultation clinic of the municipal clinical hospital No. 3. In 2012, the building was returned to the city’s balance, and in 2015, it was sold at auction to a private owner.
What Does the Building Look Like?
The building has two floors with an attic, a facade decorated with stucco, window frames, and decorative elements in the Secession style. The veranda with the main entrance, balcony, and dormer give the building a distinct Neo-Baroque character.
What Is There Now?
As of 2024, building No. 33 remains residential.