Art Deco
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Tölgyfa utca 10 : A hidden Art Deco treasure in Budapest’s 2nd district
Tölgyfa utca, a small street nestled in Budapest’s 2nd district, harbors a hidden treasure for Art Deco aficionados: the Budapest Institute for Pneumonia Treatment. This architectural gem was designed by Loránd Almási Balogh and completed in 1931. Almási Balogh also left his mark by designing numerous buildings in the Óbuda Gasworks Housing Estate. The structural…
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Kosciuszko Tádé utca 6: From Istanbul to Budapest – the Captivating Story of the Camhi Family
When I was a student, I spent a year and a half living in a flat in Budapest’s 1st district. During that time, I often strolled down Kosciuszko Tádé utca, a street honoring the famous Polish military leader Tadeusz Kościuszko. Each time, I couldn’t resist pausing to admire the striking Art Deco facade, marked by…
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Hölgy utca 16 : Secret Art Nouveau Gem of Budapest
Kőbánya, Budapest’s 10th district, is often overlooked by tourists. However, this industrial area boasts some hidden treasures that make a visit worthwhile. Explore the exquisite Saint Ladislaus Church, an architectural masterpiece by Ödön Lechner, an intriguing Art Deco Evangelical church, or the vibrant Chinese district offering authentic cuisine. Additionally, Kőbánya reveals stunning Art Nouveau buildings,…
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An Art Deco Gem in the 8th District of Budapest
Nestled in Futó utca, a small street in Józsefváros, the 8th district of Budapest, lies one of the most exquisite examples of art deco architecture. Constructed between 1929 and 1930, this building was envisioned by Aladár Halász, who, upon its completion, moved into one of the flats with his family. In the early 2000s, the…
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