Horánszky Corner

The Horánszky Corner, also known as the Emich Palace, is a historic apartment building in Budapest's eighth district, built in 1896 by the architect Ferenc Novák for the publisher Gustav Emich. The U-shaped building, which escaped both war damage and later crude alterations, still bears witness to its original splendor, although it has fallen into serious disrepair. In the elegant stairwell, you can admire ornate wrought-iron railings with lion heads, original wood paneling, and painted glass. A special feature is the separate servants' staircase, which was a rarity for apartment buildings of this era. The facade and interiors still show the original leaded glass and stucco work, though these have clearly suffered from a lack of maintenance since the 1950s, when the building was nationalized and for a time housed a music school. Today the building belongs to the city administration and offers a glimpse into the architectural history of the late 19th century.