The tenement house at 7 Działyńskich Street in Poznań has been restored to its former glory. Dating from the late 19th century, the building is an important feature of the city centre’s prestigious architecture, yet for many years it was in a very poor state of repair and was more of an eyesore than an attraction. Lidenskap carried out renovation work on the façade, roof and courtyard of this historic building. Thanks to this work, the impressive tenement house has once again shone with its rich ornamentation and other features, whilst also serving its new tenants.
7 Działyńskich Street in Poznań – an address with a prestigious pedigree
The history of the tenement house at number 7 is inextricably linked to the history of Działyńskich Street. The street was laid out in 1889 under the name Naumannstrasse, thus commemorating the then Mayor of Poznań, Eugen Naumann. The street received its current name in 1919 in honour of the Działyński family, who rendered great service to Polish culture and society. By the end of the 19th century, the neighbourhood was already one of the most elegant parts of the city, inhabited by wealthy officials, entrepreneurs and military personnel. It was during this period that the townhouse at number 7, once owned by the Dąbrowski family, was built. Construction of this impressive property was completed in 1895.
Late 19th-century architecture
The building was designed by Gustaw Kartmann and Hugo Kindler – as were most of the houses on this street. The building itself perfectly captures the aesthetic of Poznań’s tenement houses built during the Prussian partition. The historicist façade is embellished with a wealth of stucco details, whilst the tall storeys and large windows further emphasise the building’s grandeur. Inside, the grand staircase and the layout of the flats, typical of late 19th-century townhouses, have been preserved. At the time, buildings inspired by historicism and neo-baroque were being constructed in the vicinity of number 7. Some of them have survived and still present a coherent, elegant composition today.
Działyńskich 7 and its history
Fate proved exceptionally kind to the tenement. The building survived both world wars without major damage, thus retaining a significant part of its original structure. After 1945, it served mainly as a residential building. Like many properties in the city centre, it gradually required ever-increasing financial outlays for repairs. Several necessary modernisations and repairs were carried out after the war and in the years that followed, but this was not enough. Ultimately, the tenement fell into serious disrepair, resulting in the last tenants moving out a few years ago.
7 Działyńskich Street in Poznań – renovation
The property was then purchased by a new owner, who decided to save this crumbling gem on Działyńskich Street. Work began in April 2025. As part of this, the front façade was renovated, including the restoration of the stucco work, the flashings were replaced, and new roofing was installed. A thorough renovation of the roof was also carried out, combined with structural reinforcement and thermal insulation. The courtyard façade was also modernised, and the electrical, plumbing and central heating systems were replaced. New wooden windows and doors were installed in the building, all made in accordance with the historical design and in line with the guidelines of the conservation officer. The tenement house at 7 Działyńskich Street has once again become a jewel of the historic neighbourhood, whilst meeting contemporary residential and functional standards.
Lidenskap’s third project on Działyńskich
Lidenskap was responsible for the renovation, working in collaboration with Retro-Styl. The brand name comes from the Norwegian word for ‘passion’. Its founder is Jakub Oliński, a graduate of Poznań University of Technology specialising in building and engineering structures. The tenement house at 7 Działyńskich Street is already the company’s third project on this street. Previously, renovations were carried out on the buildings at 4/5 Działyńskich Street and 6 Działyńskich Street, and further work has begun on the tenement house at number 2.
Source:Lidenskap
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