Formation of the Street
Tsetnerivka Street in Lviv derives its name from Ignacy Cetner, a voivode of Belz, who in the late 18th century established a park with exotic plants in this area. That park later became the foundation for today’s Botanical Garden of Ivan Franko National University of Lviv.
Today, Tsetnerivka Street stretches from Marka Cheremshyny Street to Lychakiv Park. The even-numbered side of the street is lined with villas built between 1910 and 1930. Among them, house No. 18 stands out — it was built in 1930 by architect Władysław Derdecki as his private residence.
Architects and Styles
The villa at 12 Tsetnerivka Street in Lviv is one of the architectural gems of the city, reflecting the style and spirit of its time. Built in the first half of the 20th century, it displays features typical of modernism and Secession (Art Nouveau), which were popular in the interwar period. The building is distinguished by its asymmetrical forms, the use of natural motifs in decoration, and original architectural elements such as large windows and decorative balconies.
It is worth noting that the neighboring buildings on Tsetnerivka Street also have fascinating histories. For example, the villa at Tsetnerivka 16, known as the “Plasticine House,” was rebuilt in 1924 by architect Yevhen Nahirnyi and is a striking example of Lviv’s architectural heritage.