The single-family house in Wrocław, designed by the 3XA studio, is a symbol of modern solutions that at the same time draws on the rich urban tradition. It is a place where every detail has been thought through to create a space full of light, functionality and harmony with the surrounding nature. An innovative approach to the difficulties posed by the unusual terrain made it possible to create a modernist residence that draws on historical garden estates.
“The House Between” was built on Karlowice in Wrocław. The architects had to design it in a difficult environment. They worked on a site with a challenging layout – with a narrow frontage, a considerable difference in ground levels and significant spatial constraints. These challenges became the starting point for creating a compact block on the street side and planning space for a large garden.
The existing slope meant that the exit to the garden was lowered in relation to the level of the entrance to the building, which in turn allowed us to achieve greater height and spaciousness in the living area ,” describe architects from studio 3XA.
The result is a modern building, which the architects described as the ‘House Between’. The name refers directly to the house’s surroundings, which on the one hand is adjacent to old buildings and on the other is a buffer between the hustle and bustle of the big city and the quiet garden.
The interior has a well thought-out and very practical functional layout. The lower part is the living area with a large living room. From here, one can comfortably access the garden. The upper floors are occupied by a private area with bedrooms.
The building is characterised by a simple, white body, whose scale and form is in keeping with the neighbouring buildings. The large glazing and green terraces allude to the idea of living close to nature – a leitmotiv of 20th-century garden cities.
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About the studio:
3XA is an architectural studio that, despite being based in Wrocław, operates all over Poland, carrying out projects of a diverse nature – from business investments to public buildings and residential spaces. A team of several dozen specialists, combining energy, experience and vision, taking care of the final shape of each project. The 3XA studio has won numerous awards and distinctions, confirming their position in the architectural community. Noteworthy awards include the SARP Award of the Year 2019, accolades at the Murator Architecture Fair and prestigious awards for the design of urban squares, such as the Plaza in Gora Pulawska. The firm is also involved in international exhibitions, being part of events that highlight innovation and modern approaches to landscape architecture. Each project carried out by 3XA is not only the result of craftsmanship, but also a testament to social responsibility and concern for the future of future generations
design: 3XA
photos: Stan Zajączkowski
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