Views across Szczecin's skyline are one feature of a 100-square-metre apartment in Hanza Tower, whose interiors were designed by Loft Kolasiński. A collection of furniture, lamps and accessories by leading Polish and Danish designers takes a central role, set against natural materials with an enduring appeal. The completed renovation was photographed by Karolina Bąk.
An apartment on the 24th floor
The apartment occupies the 24th floor of Hanza Tower in central Szczecin. Large windows make the city panorama an integral part of the rooms. To avoid competing with it, the interior uses a classic palette of white, beige and black. Natural wood, stone, linen and wool accompany these colours, reflecting the project's emphasis on material quality.
Loft Kolasiński's work encompassed the interiors, some of the furniture and steelwork. The aim was to develop an individual home that expressed its owners' personalities and met their needs. This required a complete renovation and partial remodelling. The studio also helped the owners select vintage furniture and then undertook its restoration.
Restored furniture and collected objects
With the studio's assistance, the owners assembled a collection of furniture, lamps and accessories, mainly by Polish and Danish designers. Several vintage pieces underwent woodwork and upholstery restoration before being displayed in the apartment. Among them is an armchair designed by Ivan Matusik in the 1970s for the Hotel Kyjev in Bratislava.
Decorative objects were chosen with equal care. They include a century-old Greek vessel originally used to store olive oil. Photographs by the duo Billy&Hells and posters from a Helmut Newton exhibition are displayed on the walls. Lighting is also a decorative feature, with pieces including a floor lamp by Vipp.
Furniture designed around the owners
The collection is accompanied by furniture and accessories designed specifically for the apartment and its owners. Loft Kolasiński developed individual pieces that were then made to order. These include kitchen cabinetry, dressing-room fittings, bathroom furniture, bedside tables, a bed and a dining table. This approach made full use of the available space while addressing the owners' needs.
Products used in the project
- Floor lamp: Vipp
- Vintage armchair: designed by Ivan Matusik for Hotel Kyjev
- Bespoke furniture and accessories: Loft Kolasiński
An apartment's furnishings can be planned around its owners' collections and daily needs. Explore more projects by Loft Kolasiński on its PLNDesign profile and get in touch by email, phone, website or social media, whichever suits you best.
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- A Warsaw homeowner restores period details around contemporary art
- A Warsaw family apartment makes room for photography and everyday life
