Today, building 2 is known as the "Boyars' Chambers of the Union of Theatre Workers." Since 1811, when the University Printing House moved to the site at the corner of Bolshaya Dmitrovka and Strastnoy Boulevard, the building has become part of its complex. Two main structures, the Typographic and Editorial buildings, were erected for the printing house in the 1810s and 1820s. The outbuilding of the former Vlasov estate became the service building of the printing house.

The exact function of the building during the time of the printing house, and especially in earlier periods, remains unknown. Experts suggest that it had a production and economic purpose. However, it can be confidently stated that today’s two-story building 2 is the oldest structure on the property. It features vaulted chambers from the late 17th century, which were later reconstructed. Hence the modern name given by theatre workers. In the first half of the 18th century, the building was expanded with annexes, raised, and a gallery on the courtyard facade was added, the arches of which were later bricked up.

The facade arcade may indicate the architect's familiarity with neoclassical or Renaissance models that altered the appearance of the chambers. The architect achieved his goal: behind the classical facade with semi-circular arches lie the high brick vaults of Moscow's 17th-century chambers.

During the Soviet era, the "Boyars' Chambers" served as an apartment building, and in the 1960s, they were vacated and transferred to the All-Russian Theatre Society. The building underwent renovations in 2000 and 2003, during which neighboring chambers (building 3) were demolished. In their place now stands a structure that represents the architect's fantasy on the theme of medieval Moscow chambers from the 17th century, housing a fitness club.

In the early 21st century, the "Boyars' Chambers" were restored, and the arcade on the facade was unveiled and now features glazing.

Today, the "Boyars' Chambers" have become a modern loft and creative space where young directors, playwrights, and actors gather. Contemporary performances, shows, exhibitions, and art projects take place in the ancient vaulted rooms. The architecture of the building fosters creative exploration: there is no stage, and the audience follows the action, moving from one space to another.

This is an excellent example of adapting an ancient building to modern needs.