The investors invited the architect duo Kubieniec & Długosz to design the interior of this house. The house is located in the mountains at the foot of the Silesian Beskid. Its owners decided to leave their Warsaw flat and live surrounded by nature.
The area of the house is just over 200 sq m. It is situated on a large plot offering views of the mountains. The house is located on the edge of a tourist area. You only have to walk a few steps, cross a stream to find yourself on a mountain trail. Built in such an environment, the building was intended to become a break from the hustle and bustle of the big city.
The investors wanted a minimalist space that would not overwhelm them, that would become a backdrop for the views out the window and an oasis of home life. At the same time, the interior had to be functional, as there are also children living in the house and each household member has individual needs.
The architects used furniture and accessories made from natural materials. Their diverse textures are meant to have a soothing effect on the senses. There is no high gloss, shiny chrome or strong colours. Instead, there is brushed steel, stone with a satin surface and a variety of fabrics with a coarser weave. It all works together, based on the same colour palette. Most of the furnishings are products of Polish companies. The whole is complemented by discreet architectural lighting in white and black.
The architects started working on the interior design already during the construction phase of the house. This allowed minor adjustments to be made on the ground floor, including moving and raising the doorways. On the first floor, on the other hand, the proportions of the rooms and their layout were laid out slightly differently.
The interior features a consistent aesthetic. Residents can meet in the comfortable living area. This part has been divided into three zones: the lounge area, the dining area and the kitchen. In the lounge area, we have a suspended light grey built-in with a fireplace. It consists of a furniture section concealing the TV, a natural stone platform and a corner fireplace.
When the accordion fronts are opened, we can watch films or play on the console. In this way, we don’t see the TV screen on a daily basis and the space is used more often for spending time together,” explain the project’s authors.
Right next to it, a graphite bookcase with space for storing and displaying items catches the eye, which flows seamlessly into the high kitchen. In the background, behind the dining area, the space is closed off by a tall wooden kitchen unit. Discreetly placed backlighting in the built-ins adds to the atmosphere when dusk falls. The soft light beige sofas are juxtaposed with a raw stone table to our design and a structured wool carpet. A smooth cognac leather armchair on a steel leg completes the look.
In the kitchen, the colour palette is a continuation of the living room area, with the countertops made of the same stone as the shelf under the fireplace. A small but important room is the bathroom on the ground floor. It is a place to relax, in broken white, with a distinctive custom-made washbasin.
A staircase with oak steps on a minimalist steel structure leads to the first floor. The openwork staircase forms a backdrop to the greenery outside the window, highlighting it with the lines of the illuminated handrails and the rhythm of the black balustrade balusters. Upstairs are the children’s rooms, their bathroom, the music room and the parents’ bedroom area.
The parents’ zone consists of a bedroom, a dressing room and a bathroom. The dressing room is partly open and is additionally finished with fluted oak cladding. The bed and headboard, although occupying an entire wall, give the impression of lightness thanks to the legged construction. On the other side of the bedroom is a partially glazed bathroom. The wall separating the bathroom is finished with a textured tile. In the bathroom, in addition to a functional shower and a washbasin with a stone countertop, there is also space for storage in a wooden cabinet.
When working on the project, we were able to select the colours of the façade finishing together with the investors, so that the interior of the house is also reflected on the outside, which makes this project even more consistent, ” conclude the architects.
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About the studio:
The history of the studio began in 2013. The first project realised under its banner, was a shop with Silesian design, Geszeft. This project was widely commented on and appreciated in many industry competitions and became an important factor for the further development of the studio.
“We are graduates of the Faculty of Architecture at the Silesian University of Technology, which has a strong influence on the design approach of the studio. We are close to the values of the so-called Silesian school of architecture. We try to focus on the problem and not just on showy solutions. We are not concerned with decoration in our work. It is the result of design decisions. We develop designs in terms of their functionality, technical feasibility and durability. We think about the project comprehensively; starting with the concept and ending with author supervision and a photo shoot. We work with proven specialists and contractors from various sectors. The entire design process is developed together with the client, with whom we talk, consult and analyse various aspects and possibilities, trying to understand their point of view and needs. We work with individuals as well as representatives of business or public institutions. Despite being firmly rooted in the Silesian design landscape, where modernism is a frequent inspiration, we try not to stick to one style, but rather look for different solutions, suitable for specific audiences. On the one hand, we observe global trends, while on the other we also look at local traditions. Some of our designs are characterised by simplicity and minimalism, while others are more playful with form, texture and colour. All of this is the result of conversations, meetings and specific expectations that we want to respond to,” reads the studio’s website.
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design: Kubieniec & Długosz
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