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A historic house in a new light

Premium class apartments in an Art Nouveau building with a green courtyard and an excellent location on one of the most beautiful streets in the historic center of Riga.

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69 apartments in white finish

Landscaped courtyard

Glazed elevators

Bicycle and stroller storage

Storage facilities

A pearl of history

An exquisite Art Nouveau building located on a quiet and beautiful street in the center of Riga. Every architectural detail of the building has been carefully considered, including the design of the window frames. All windows in the living spaces feature the characteristic small-pane divisions typical of Art Nouveau, while the windows in the stairwell’s public areas and the building’s main entrance doors are adorned with curved panes filled with colorful stained glass featuring floral motifs.

Art Nouveau stained glass

Stained glass is an original and rare feature in Art Nouveau buildings, not only on Baznīcas Street but also in the context of the city’s entire historic architecture. The colorful floral stained glass windows are considered the greatest pride of the “Scheffel Building” and have adorned it since its very beginning. These stained glass elements give the exterior a distinctive character and visual identity, while creating beautiful plays of light in the interiors.

A new beginning

The house has been renovated, both respecting the historical evidence and taking into account modern requirements. The oak staircase has been restored, the doors and wrought ironwork have been restored, and the unique stained glass windows have been preserved. A green garden has been arranged in the courtyard and elegant glass elevators have been installed. In addition, all apartments are available with white finishes, providing the opportunity to create a living space according to your taste. It is an aesthetic that is pleasant to be in and return to.

At the center of your life

The building is located in a prime location – on a quiet and beautiful street in the historic center of Riga. The city center, the Quiet Center, Old Riga, cultural and educational opportunities, restaurants, shopping centers, parks and recreational opportunities are within easy and convenient reach. Move as you please – city life takes place around this beautiful house at Baznīcas Street 5, because everything you need is just a few steps away.

Area

Parks: 1 Esplanāde; 2 Vērmanes dārzs; 3 Kronvalda parks

Shopping: 4 Galerija Rīga; 5 Galerija Centrs; 6 Stockmann; 7 Origo

Culture: 8 Art Museum; 9 New Riga Theatre; 10 National theatre; 11 National Opera

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History

This beautiful Art Nouveau building on Baznīcas Street, adorned with stained glass windows, was designed by architect Friedrich Scheffel.

Friedrich Scheffel was one of the most prominent 19th-century architects of Baltic German origin in Riga. He primarily designed Art Nouveau buildings and oversaw the construction of more than 35 residential and public structures during his lifetime, leaving a significant mark on the city’s historic architecture. He is the author of many notable Art Nouveau buildings, including the famous “Cat House” in Old Riga, the residential building at Alberta Street 1 in the Quiet Centre, and many other remarkable landmarks throughout the capital.

Scheffel’s designs were characterized by asymmetrical facades, thoughtful layouts, and functionality. Moreover, his buildings were never stylistically identical, making each project a unique Art Nouveau gem. One such gem is the apartment building at 5 Baznīcas Street, completed in 1908. The “Scheffel Building” has proudly and gracefully adorned the city for over a century—now revived in a new light for the present day.