You might have noticed already how much I’m fascinated by the Art Nouveau movement of the late 19th and early 20th century. I love the design, the colours, the shapes and the fantastic symbolism, the stories the buildings and objects tell us. I discovered this beautiful little Art Nouveau gem in Budapest’s 6th district while exploring the city with travellers researching their family roots. Finding a place like this unexpectedly is one of the things I love most about Budapest.
The house is from 1904, designed by the Hungarian architect genius Albert Kálmán Kőrössy for the Sonnenberg family. Like many other buildings from the same period of time this building was also in a very bad shape by the end of the 20th century. Some of the residents decided to restore it to its original beauty, and they have been doing an amazing job. It is a very long and expensive process. Some of the stained glass windows were already restored, and they are just exquisite. I cannot wait to see the rest of the project.
If Budapest Art Nouveau fascinates you too, you can discover more of its architecture, stories and symbolism in my guide to Budapest Art Nouveau. Or join me on a private Art Nouveau walking tour to explore some of these remarkable buildings together. You can also find more information about the Sonnenberg House and its ongoing restoration here.
