The architectural heritage of the Lviv oblast reflects the rich history and region's unique geographical location. Traditional Boyko-style housing with high roofs and open galleries, German colonies with a functional approach to planning, elements of Austrian urban architecture, and buildings associated with tourism development are all integrated within it. Despite the uniformity of the Soviet era, local twentieth-century houses retained their regional characteristics.

Both the Lviv oblast and the Carpathian region are characterized by the use of wood. The traditions of log construction and wood carving were preserved in these regions until the early twentieth century. These houses feature steep roofs, designed to suit the climate, and open galleries along the facades, allowing people to potter around even in bad weather.

Most often, the houses are decorated with wooden boards covering the entire height of the facade. Three-dimensional decor is uncommon in the Lviv oblast; local houses are usually adorned with drawings or flat geometric elements. A popular motif is horizontal stripes that run along the window frames, a feature typical of both wooden and plastered buildings. Typical decorative elements of the Lviv oblast include geometric patterns, animal motifs, and horizontal stripes.

In the Lviv oblast, special attention is given to the decoration of verandas, with many different styles present. One of the most common veranda designs features a roof that blends seamlessly into the main structure of the house. Glazed verandas along the facades are also a common feature.