Studio Kubieniec Długosz is responsible for the interior design of a flat in Katowice. The space was created for enthusiasts of the culinary art, who are professionally involved in it and love to celebrate meals at home. Therefore, it was of utmost importance in the design to arrange the kitchen and dining area appropriately.
The flat has a simple plan. The open-plan kitchen was connected to the dining room and living room, where it flows seamlessly into the hallway. The investors wanted their flat in Katowice to provide plenty of storage space for cookbooks and everyday objects. They also wanted an expressive interior, hence the intense colours.
When designing the interior, the architects based their design on the existing functional layout. Only the door openings were moved slightly and the wall separating the annex was removed. This freed up the kitchen and dining area, which play the primary role in the living area. The floor of this area was decorated with herringbone oak parquet, but the direction of the parquet was changed to add character.
In the kitchen, we dispensed with the traditional wall-mounted cabinets and overhanging hood. Instead, the space above the worktop is taken up by graphics and a decorative Tolomeo wall lamp. Thanks to the use of a deeper kitchen worktop, we have the possibility to store on it without losing working space. The kitchen cabinetry is in classic matt black and white, with a polished natural stone worktop and colourful accents such as the Lexavala ceiling lamp in pink adding character. The dining space is created by a vintage wooden table and chairs and a colourful pendant lamp, explains architect Katarzyna Długosz.
Throughout the space, the living room’s built-ins catch the eye. The furniture was made to measure in burgundy and is almost 10 m long. The bookcase runs from the entrance all the way to the balcony door and takes up the space from floor to ceiling. This is a practical solution – in the hallway, the built-in functions as a wardrobe, and the closer you get to the living room, the content of the furniture changes to suit your needs. The bookcase varies in depth, being shallower in the slightly narrower space of the hallway and widening at the end in the living room.
Finally, the bathroom. The room was designed with the use of yellow. It can be seen both in the wall tiles and in the built-in furniture under the washbasin. The unfinished concrete ceiling and the intentionally exposed ventilation ducts add a more austere touch to the bathroom. These are details, but they give the flat in Katowice its original character.
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About the studio:
Kubieniec Długosz – the history of the studio began in 2013. The first project realised under its banner, was a Katowice-based shop with Silesian design, Geszeft. This project was widely commented on and appreciated in many industry competitions and became an important factor for the studio’s further development. “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 effective solutions. In our work, we are not concerned with decoration. Rather, it is the result of design decisions. We develop designs in terms of their functionality, technical feasibility and sustainability. 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 this is the result of conversations, meetings and specific expectations that we want to respond to.” – reads the website
design: Kubieniec Długosz
photos: Marta Różycka
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