The traveller’s flat in Warsaw, on Szaserów Street, was designed by Joanna Stępkowska and Weronika Pariaszewska from the Bran&Pine studio. The interior was created for the owner, whose life is divided between Europe, the United States and Asia. The bright, tranquil space draws on her fascination with mid-20th-century art and design. Rather than seasonal trends, we find carefully selected materials, furniture and works of art here.
A kitchen where stone takes centre stage
The centrepiece of the kitchen is a striking quartzite with intense, natural veining. The cream background is interwoven with rusty pinks and delicate, muted greys, creating an almost abstract composition. The stone surfaces are paired with warm wood and classic furniture inspired by the mid-century modern aesthetic. The same quartzite also features in the bathroom. The kitchen design is complemented by a subtle painting by Kowacki. In it, the artist draws on the Japanese concept of ‘komorebi’, describing light filtering through the leaves of trees. A minimalist, sculptural lamp hangs above the whole, introducing a contemporary touch to the interior.
A traveller’s flat full of art and souvenirs
In the living room, a soft, cream-coloured sofa with rounded shapes takes centre stage. Above it hangs a multi-layered work by a Viennese artist. The piece holds special significance for the owner, as it references Vienna, a city that has played an important role in her life story. Surrounding the sofa are albums, Polish ceramics and glassware inspired by vintage designs. The ensemble is complemented by a solid wood coffee table. Natural materials create a sense of cosy warmth, whilst striking works of art break up this calm colour palette.
An intimate workspace
One of the side areas of the flat has been designated as a home office. A suspended desk, a modernist chair and a sculptural lamp create a peaceful space for work and concentration. Above the desk hangs a small print, whose modest size contrasts with its rich content. This small space maintains aesthetic consistency with the rest of the flat, but has a more focused, minimalist feel. The reduced number of objects allows the form of the furniture and the artwork above the desk to stand out.
A traveller’s flat with an original interior design
The Bran&Pine design was not conceived as a collection of random, trendy elements. Every object here has its place and a specific role, whilst the art, ceramics, glassware and furniture from various sources form the owner’s private collection. This Warsaw flat serves as a peaceful base for someone whose daily life revolves around frequent travel. Here, elegance stems not from opulence, but from the quality of the materials, the proportions and the objects selected with great care.
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About the studio:
The Bran&Pine studio was founded by architects Joanna Stępkowska and Weronika Pariaszewska. Both studied architecture at the Warsaw University of Technology and gained professional experience in renowned architectural practices. Stępkowska also studied at the National University of Singapore, whilst Pariaszewska trained at the École Nationale Supérieure d’Architecture de Paris-Val de Seine in Paris. The studio specialises in private and commercial interior design, furniture design and consultancy on art and vintage furniture.
design:Bran&Pine
photographs:ONI Studio
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