An interior can be more than a backdrop for everyday life. It can become a story about a person, his needs, aesthetics and sense of security. This was the assumption of Wiktoria Wszołek from the Faculty of Architecture at the Cracow University of Technology when designing the living area of a single-family house in Cracow. Her concept is a combination of functionality, modern technology and art, which together create an interior that is conscious, full of light and homely warmth.
kitchen plan, cross-section A-A
© Wiktoria Wszołek
thoughtful arrangement of everyday life
The interior design of the living area of the house on Becka Street in Krakow includes a kitchen (17.17 sq m), a pantry (4.73 sq m) and a spacious living room with a dining room (72.86 sq m). In total, this gives an impressive 94.76 m² of arranged space. All rooms are located on the first floor of a single-story building with a soffit, which allows to maintain a constant height of 250 cm and a uniform spatial mass.
A key advantage is the south- and west-facing glazing. Thanks to them, the interior naturally gets light, and the space becomes dynamic, open and friendly. The designer also took care of functionality - the kitchen is combined with a pantry and smooth transitions between living areas allow the space to be used comfortably by household members.
Aesthetics inspired by image and material
The color scheme based on beiges, browns, whites and orange accents was taken from the work "Mother" by Joaquin Srolla, which was the direct inspiration for the project. This painting not only hangs on the wall, but also blends into the character of the arrangement - the interior is meant to breathe the same emotion that art carries.
Natural wood (pine and walnut), upholstery fabrics in earth tones and minimalist MDF and quartz sintered cabinetry create a balanced, elegant style. The living room and kitchen cohesively combine modernity with coziness, and every element - from colors to textures - has been chosen to create an atmosphere of warmth and balance.
Section E-E, section F-F, section G-G, section H-H, kitchen island views
© Wiktoria Wszołek
technology, light and detail - the architecture of everyday life
One of the most refined elements of the project is the technical layer. The window and door ironwork is based on DAKO and POL-SKONE systems. Corner glazing and folding windows by FENESITE allow the living space to open up almost completely to the garden, blurring the boundary between the interior and exterior. This solution combines aesthetics with energy efficiency and modern technology.
Lighting was designed comprehensively. The DARK-NIGHT XS, LOG OUT 2.1 or Streamer Mini Spotlight luminaires and the Avion lamp from Fritz Hansen make it possible to create lighting scenes tailored to the time of day and mood. They are complemented by LED strips that illuminate worktops and furniture, highlighting design details.
The flooring - herringbone porcelain stoneware tiles - was not only carefully selected for aesthetics, but also laid in accordance with the art of construction, using flexible adhesives, precise grouting and proper subfloor preparation.
interior projection, inverted projection of the ceiling
© Wiktoria Wszołek
Wiktoria Wszołek has created an interior that is thoughtful, conscious and personal. It is a space that not only meets the requirements of functionality, but also engages emotionally - with light, material, color and art. This project proves that young architects can combine technical knowledge with aesthetic sensitivity, creating places where you really want to be.
