About the House

Miklós Ybl (Hungarian: Ybl Miklós; 1814-1891) was the architect of our house was . He was one of Europe's leading architects in the mid to late nineteenth century as well as Hungary's most influential architect during his career. His most well-known work is the Opera House in Budapest (1875-84) built in neo- Renaissance style and considered as one of the most beautiful opera houses in the world.

“Many of his buildings became, and indeed are still today, determinant elements of the cityscape of Budapest: Saint Stephen's Basilica (1867-91), the Rác Baths, the former Palace of Customs, (1871-74), and the throne room and Krisztinaváros wing of the Royal Palace. He also built countless churches, apartments and castles in the provinces.” (Wikipedia)