Formation of the Street
Stryiska Street is one of the oldest and longest arteries of Lviv, originating in the 17th century. It emerged on the route to the city of Stryi, from which it derives its name. In the 19th century, a cadet school was established on the street, later evacuated to Austria. The National Academy of Ground Forces was built in its place. In November 1918, Stryiska became the site of fierce battles for Lviv between Ukrainian and Polish forces. From 1930 to 1933, the street was part of the route for the “Grand Prix de Leopolis” car rally.
Information about the Building at 22 Stryiska Street
Builders and Styles
Building No. 22 on Stryiska Street was constructed in 1906 by the construction firm of Ivan Levynsky, based on a design by architect Napoleon Lushkevych. This tenement house is a vivid example of decorative Art Nouveau, characterized by the use of mascarons, plant ornaments, and other decorative elements. The building’s facade is adorned in the Art Nouveau style, with mascarons and plant ornaments, giving it a distinctive architectural charm.
Who Was the Owner?
Historical data about the original owner of the building is not available in open sources. Currently, the building is privately owned and serves as a residential property.
What Does the Building Look Like?
The building at 22 Stryiska Street is a three-story tenement house featuring characteristic Art Nouveau elements: simple geometric forms, absence of decorative elements, and functional planning. The facade is adorned in a restrained style, with large windows.
Interesting Facts
-
Sculptor Petro Harasymovych and Professor Kazimierz Kwietniewski resided at 22 Stryiska Street.
-
Anthropologist Jan Czekanowski, who became world-renowned for his expeditions to Africa, lived in one of these buildings from 1911 to 1939.
What Is Here Now?
Currently, the building at 22 Stryiska Street remains residential. It is part of Lviv’s historical development and preserves the city’s architectural heritage.
Literature
-
“Architecture of Lviv: Time and Styles. XIII–XXI centuries” / M. Bevz, Yu. Biryulov et al. — Lviv: Center of Europe, 2008.
-
“Encyclopedia of Lviv” / Edited by A. Kozytskyi and I. Pidkova. — Lviv: Lytopys, 2007–2010.
-
Ilko Lemko, V. Mykhalyk, H. Behliarov. “1243 Streets of Lviv (1939–2009)”. — Lviv: Apriori, 2009.