вул. Антоновича, 109

Minimalist facade, elongated horizontal windows, glazed risalits, flat roof, and seven stories — Sprecher’s “skyscraper” shocked city inhabitants in 1929. For some people, this building was a place of inspiration, while for others, it was a reason to complain. For example, a local journalist wrote in the newspaper “Nowiny Poranne” (“The Morning News”) that this large building spoiled the boulevard’s silhouette[1].

Each house has a story to tell, reflecting a city and country’s social and political changes like a mirror. Events lay on the surfaces over time, leaving physical imprints in space. Each building can be open in different contexts depending on which story you want to hear.

When it comes to preserving architecture, the focus is often on the facades and entrance halls that fall under general city laws regarding heritage. Flat interiors often are not protected since they are private spaces, and their preservation relies on the goodwill of their owners.