Two eclectic townhouses located in Gdańsk’s Biskupia Górka once again delight with their former charm. The comprehensive renovation, carried out by Gdañskie Nieruchomości as part of the ‘Revitalisation of Biskupia Górka Stare Che³m’ programme, was one of the most important undertakings in the area. The townhouses, erected at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, are listed in the Communal Register of Historical Monuments and house 17 council flats.
The renovation of the tenements at 23 and 25 Na Stoku Street included a wide range of works aimed at restoring their historic appearance and providing modern housing standards. The investment included securing the foundations to prevent the buildings from settling, reinforcing the masonry structures through injections and stapling with steel rods, as well as new ceilings and damp insulation of the basement walls.
Scope of construction work
As part of the roof renovation, the roof structure was completely replaced, including flashings, gutters and downpipes. The facades of the buildings were conserved, the cornices and architectural details were restored, returning the buildings to their original character. Pre-war German signboards were also conserved on the facades. The eclectic tenement houses have preserved what is most precious about them.
Modernisation of the interiors
In the interiors of the buildings, the staircases were modernised, including the restoration of the metal staircases and balustrades, and the installation of roof hatches to provide better access to the roof. The window and door woodwork was restored or replaced, preserving its historic character. The residential units have been finished to modern standards, taking care of the comfort of future residents.
Modern installation systems
Installation works included the installation of sanitary sewerage, central heating, hybrid ventilation and electrical systems. The buildings were equipped with an advanced Building Management System (BMS), which allows energy and utility consumption to be monitored, resulting in optimised operating costs.
Cost and lead time
Renovation of the townhouses began in March 2023 and was completed in December 2024. The total cost of the investment was more than PLN 14 million. The project was made possible thanks to co-financing from the Pomorskie Regional Operational Programme 2014-2020.
Gdansk eclecticism – preserving cultural heritage
All works were carried out in accordance with the conservation work programme, ensuring that the historic character of the buildings was respected. The renovation has contributed not only to improving the aesthetics of the tenements, but also to raising the standard of living of the residents and revitalising the urban space of Biskupia Górka.
Source: Gdańskie Nieruchomości
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