This mid-century apartment in the center of Warsaw, designed by Goszcz Design, is a dream come true, with high-end decor and exquisite furnishings. The pastel color palette and glass objects create an unusual lightness, while a dichroic table by Patricia Urquiola and minimalist sconces imported from overseas add to the luxurious atmosphere. The apartment is a perfect blend of contemporary and traditional styles, reflecting the harmonious combination of different materials.
Restoration of Tenement House Reflecting Warsaw’s Heritage
The property, which consists of a restored building and a new part, is a balanced combination of neo-renaissance and modernist styles. The former identity of the forgotten tenement house was restored, and every detail was taken care of to make it truly unique.
Henryk Koch’s tenement house was erected in the very center of Warsaw at the end of the 19th century, modeled on Parisian tenement houses. The current owner of the apartment spent her childhood there at a time when the building was run down and neglected. After restoration and redevelopment the property now consists of the restored Henryk Koch building and a new part added, which is directly adjacent to the historic tenement house, enclosing its internal courtyard.
The combination of the neo-renaissance style in the historic part with the modernist style of the new building reflects an approach that has long been popular in Paris: a model of a European capital that cares about its historical heritage. With every detail taken care of, the former identity of the forgotten tenement house was restored. Old wood obtained from wooden stairs during the renovation of the historic part of the building has become the decorative leitmotif of the new common areas.
Balancing Modern Furniture And Historical Architecture
The designer, Monika Kłos, had a long-standing dream of creating a pastel world full of softness and unique forms. When a friend asked her to decorate their new, 150-square-meter (1,615-square-foot) apartment, Monika Kłos felt inspired. However, planning such a large space and meeting the expectations of a demanding investor was a challenge.
Monika Kłos introduced several adjustments to separate the private zone from the common area, hiding the bedrooms and bathrooms with great care. The impressive gallery of gray and pink glass mirrors on one of the walls creates an illusion of a delightful living room, with discreet access to the bedroom through double-leaf doors with a hidden door frame.
The apartment combines classic and contemporary styles, with elaborate plaster stucco and modern furniture designs. The French brand Pierre Augustin Rose sofa has its Polish premiere here. The flooring features French herringbone from Listone Giordano and the kitchen is decorated with stucco. Raw MDF is painted to create a Seine-inspired effect in the living room and corridor. The glass console from Glas Italia is complemented by a painting by Dorota Buczkowska.
Designing wall and ceiling decorations in open space is like playing a game of chess, where each step must be predicted flawlessly. Monika Kłos started planning from the kitchen, which determined the proportions of the decorations. The sage-beige island and stuccoed walls hide cabinets and a worktop, creating an elegant and functional space.
The interior is filled with art, utility objects, and unusual furniture, including the stunning Pierre Augustin Rose sofa. Pastel shades, rounded forms, and exquisite furniture create a majestic and uplifting atmosphere. The space is filled with color and unique pieces, such as the Lindsey Adelman chandelier and the Flow lamps from Nao Tamura. The opal glass table from Glas Italia and the Baxter pink onyx coffee tables are like satellites in a leisure orbit, making an otherworldly impression. It is a fairytale space that enchants anyone who enters.
