On the western shore of Lake Paprocany, a facility called ‘Dzika’ has been erected in place of the former temporary catering outlet. The investment is part of a wider programme of infrastructure improvements in this recreational area of Tychy, enriching the neighbourhood with modern leisure and meeting spaces. The building, distinguished by its wooden façade, was designed by architects from the RS Robert Skitek studio.
The body of the building clearly distinguishes two functions: a restaurant and a café. Each zone has its own toilet, accessible to all guests even after the premises are closed – hidden discreetly in the side façade so as not to disturb the elegant character of the façade. From the sales areas of the cafés and restaurants, it is also possible to buy selected menu items to take away, meeting the needs of visitors who prefer to relax by the water with their favourite drink or snack.
The centrepiece of the consumption room is the panoramic sliding glass walls, which open onto the covered terraces. This allows the interior to flow seamlessly into the outdoor space, creating a unified zone where guests can eat and relax with a view of the lake. On the woodland side, an exit to the catering facilities has been designed, improving the logistics of the kitchen and service.
In front of the main entrance, there is a large covered terrace and a sandy beach with sun loungers – ideal for families and sunbathing enthusiasts. A public grandstand was established on the south side, offering a wide panoramic view of the lake, the canoe marina and the promenade on the other side of the reservoir. The grandstand has become an additional meeting point where people can sit and admire the surrounding nature.
The dynamic form of the structure was designed to invite walkers from the existing pedestrian route. The sloping framework and slightly tilted volumes direct the eye towards the water, inviting people to enter. Stairs located on the grandstand lead up to a roof terrace, partly covered with greenery.
The façade of the building refers to the name ‘Wild’ and the character of the area. The natural, raw planks are arranged in a spatial, seemingly chaotic composition. This solution is reminiscent of the wild forest paths in Paprocany, combining the architecture with the surrounding vegetation.
The entire landscaping is based on natural materials: sand, wood, mineral surfaces, and is complemented by carefully designed green belts. As a result, ‘Dzika’ forms a coherent whole with the lake landscape; the building does not compete with nature, but coexists harmoniously with it.
design: RS Robert Skitek architekci
collaboration: Daria Krzak, Angelika Skipioł
photography: Tomasz Zakrzewski
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