A flat in Kraków’s Kazimierz district offers an individual alternative to a large hotel. The 54-square-metre short-stay rental was designed by Loft Kolasiński in one of Poland’s best-known and most characterful neighbourhoods. The comfortable, atmospheric interior was photographed by Joel Hauck.
A short-stay home in a period building
The flat occupies an old apartment building of the kind closely associated with Kraków’s character. Its design respects this historic setting while adapting the rooms to a new use. The studio considered the needs of contemporary travellers, balancing traditional features with new interventions. A complete renovation included restoring the wooden floors and changing the layout. Classic colours and carefully selected materials give the interior an enduring appearance.
Bespoke furniture and design classics
Unusual furniture and accessories stand against a simple backdrop of wood and white, giving the rooms their character. Much of the furnishing was made to order to Loft Kolasiński’s designs. Curtain poles, dressing-room fittings, a wardrobe, bed, bedside tables, and kitchen and bathroom furniture were all developed specifically for the flat. This comprehensive approach gives the scheme a consistent appearance, with attention paid to even the smallest details.
The bespoke pieces are accompanied by established designs from several countries. Furniture, lamps and accessories include work by Johannes Andersen, Hans Olsen, Preben Dahl, Jean Prouvé and Karel Volf. Armchairs by Serbian brand Craftka also feature. Together, these furnishings offer visitors to Kazimierz a particular experience of staying in a carefully designed interior.
Paintings and the setting of Kazimierz
Two paintings in the dining area complete the selection of decorative objects. They complement the furniture and add to the interplay of forms, shapes and colours. These elegant, less predictable details are especially relevant to a holiday rental, helping it stand out among other accommodation options.
Many of the objects in the flat have histories of their own and have been given a new use here. The interior reflects Kraków’s wider combination of historic fabric and contemporary life. Kazimierz, a historic district that attracts large numbers of visitors, is also an active centre of culture and dining.
Products used in the project
- Bespoke furniture and curtain poles: Loft Kolasiński
- Armchairs: Craftka
A short-stay flat needs to accommodate daily routines as well as offer a sense of place. 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.
See also:
- A colour lover’s Kraków flat opens up around a terrazzo kitchen island
- A family’s planned second home becomes a pastel holiday flat in Kraków
