Budapest has neighborhoods where all sorts of architectural styles appear side by side, creating true open-air museums for anyone fascinated by buildings. Take Gunpowder Depot Area (Lőportárdűlő): once a place filled with gunpowder storage and military facilities, this area has changed completely in recent decades. Now, it’s a hotspot for unique structures that spark both delight and controversy among locals.
Bold Designs and Controversial Icons
One building here always gets people talking: Lehel Market (Lehel piac), designed by László Rajk Jr., evokes wildly mixed feelings with its daring, unconventional style. But that’s just the beginning. Some of Hungary’s top contemporary architects have left their mark on the district—like Archikon’s award-winning nursery and the Green Court Residence, known for its striking, offbeat façade.
Explore the Neighborhood
If you’re curious, you can join a walking tour led by architect András Mudra on September 21. It’s a joint event by the Contemporary Architecture Center and We Love Budapest to showcase the area’s modern gems.
