Formation of the Street
Piskova Street is located in the Lychakivskyi District of Lviv. Until 1871, it was known as Lonshanivka, a name derived from the estate of merchant François Longchamps de Bérier, to which the street led. Its current name comes from the sandy quarries that were once actively worked on the slopes of the Znesinnia Hills. Local residents extracted sand and distributed it across the city for construction and domestic purposes. During the German occupation in 1943, the street was renamed Sandberggasse, but in 1944 its former name was restored.
Building No. 7
Builders and Styles
Building No. 7 on Piskova Street is part of the historic residential fabric characteristic of this area. The architectural style of the building reflects elements of Historicism and Secession, which were common in Lviv at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. The façade features decorative elements, including stucco work and balconies with wrought-iron railings.
Who was the owner?
Historical information about the original owner of Building No. 7 is unavailable. In the interwar period, the building likely belonged to a private individual and functioned as a revenue-generating tenement.
What does the building look like?
This is a three-story structure with a symmetrical façade, typical of Historicism and Secession. The façade is adorned with decorative stucco and balconies with wrought-iron railings. The wooden entrance gate features carved detailing, adding visual appeal to the building.
Interesting facts
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In 1912, at nearby Building No. 11, engineer Leonard Podhorodecki founded the Free Academy of Fine Arts, which became an important center of artistic life in Lviv.
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Piskova Street is known for its historic buildings in the styles of Historicism, Secession, and Constructivism.
What is there now?
Today, Building No. 7 remains a residential property.