Hanna Zeltzer House
Hanna Zeltzer House was designed in 1936 by engineer Haim (Monia) Ramah (Sokolinsky) in the International Style as a residential building with ground-floor commercial spaces. Characteristic of Tel Aviv’s 1930s–40s architecture, it features a clean, unornamented language, with cantilevered balconies, canopies, and articulated volumes that create a dynamic play of light and shadow across the façades. Constructed by David Zeltzer for his mother, the property has remained in the ownership of Hanna Zeltzer and her heirs.
Designated for preservation under the municipal conservation plan, the building is located within the area declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In 2017, it underwent conservation, including the addition of two full floors and a recessed rooftop level.
The building is part of a series of residential buildings designed by engineer Sokolinsky in the second half of the 1930s. His work is characterized by a clean architectural language, devoid of decorative elements, employing built volumes such as projecting and set-back balconies and canopies to create a play of light and shadow that enriches the facades.
The historic structure was constructed using high-quality finishing materials, evident in the textured plaster (washputz), the stairwells, and the numerous carpentry details. Particular attention was given to the architectural detailing of the shared spaces, reflecting an exceptional level of craftsmanship.
a picture of the facade in 2008
Light & Shadow
Perfect Symmetry
New Addition
