Deckshield

Deckshield

© FLOWCRETE POLAND

We are a manufacturer and distributor of high quality synthetic resin flooring materials. We have 25 years of experience in the Polish market. Our floors combine very good performance with decorative qualities and virtually unlimited design [...]

We are a manufacturer and distributor of high quality synthetic resin flooring materials. We have 25 years of experience in the Polish market. Our floors combine very [...]

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How can a creative artist do business?

Creative Conference Lublin Design 2019

Ola Kloc, 27 of October '19
Konferencja Kreatywna Lubelski Wzór 2019

Creative Conference Lublin Design 2019

© organizers archive

For years we have been trying to combine architecture and business, which is why we are happy to support initiatives such as the Lublin Design Conference, where design meets business. [...]

For years we have been trying to combine architecture and business, which is why we are happy to support initiatives such as the Lublin Design Conference, where design [...]

Nowoczesne blaty kuchenne

Modern kitchen countertops

© Formica

When designing and arranging interiors, architects are increasingly turning to compact HPL laminates. This modern and graceful material captivates with its beauty and properties. A good example is ColorCore® Compact from Formica Group. The [...]

When designing and arranging interiors, architects are increasingly turning to compact HPL laminates. This modern and graceful material captivates with its beauty and [...]

OKNOPLUS

Unenclosed space according to OknoPlus

A place to relax with sliding structures

27 of October '19

The classic model of a tilt-and-turn window, up to a height of 1.5 meters, is becoming a thing of the past - they are increasingly seen in the background. Glazing is growing in sight - its area and role is increasing. This is an excellent way to blur the boundary between inside and outside, to create an "unenclosed space" offering additional space for [...]

The classic model of a tilt-and-turn window, up to a height of 1.5 meters, is becoming a thing of the past - they are increasingly seen in the background. Glazing is [...]

VOX

How to renovate a bathroom more easily?

Some smart tips from VOX

27 of October '19
Kilka porad od VOX na łatwiejszy remont łazienki

Some tips from VOX for easier bathroom renovations

© VOX

Studies show that the average Polish bathroom is small (up to 10 sq m) and we renovate it once in a dozen or even several decades. No wonder - the thought of forging tiles or replacing fixtures can cool the enthusiasm for home revolutions. :) [...]

Studies show that the average Polish bathroom is small (up to 10 sq m) and we renovate it once in a dozen or even several decades. No wonder - the thought of forging [...]

City and Municipality of Konstancin-Jeziorna - harmony amidst chaos

proj.: BBGK Architekci

Anna Cymer, 26 of October '19

The new City Hall in the suburban town of Konstancin-Jeziorna designed by BBGK has brought order and harmony to a chaotic space. Due to its location, the building is also expected to have a positive impact on the future of the locality. [...]

The new City Hall in the suburban town of Konstancin-Jeziorna designed by BBGK has brought order and harmony to a chaotic space. Due to its location, the building is [...]

International Property Awards 2019-2020

Polish studios recognized in international competition

Ola Kloc, 25 of October '19
International Property Award 2019–2020

International Property Award 2019-2020

Photo: Pion Studio © MIXD

Designers from the Wroclaw-based MIXD studio have returned from London with two awards in the International Property Award 2019-2020. congratulations! [...]

Designers from the Wroclaw-based MIXD studio have returned from London with two awards in the International Property Award 2019-2020. congratulations! [...]

What does the future hold for Earth's civilization?

"Terra X [- ∞] Future Archive" exhibition.

25 of October '19
Wystawa „Terra X [- ∞] Archiwum Przyszłości”

"Terra X [- ∞] Future Archive" exhibition.

© organizers archive

In 1973, far from the rich Western countries, in provincial Breslau, the architect, urban planner and architectural theorist Stefan Müller read with dismay a report commissioned by the Club of Rome - "Limits to Growth." [...]

In 1973, far from the rich Western countries, in provincial Breslau, the architect, urban planner and architectural theorist Stefan Müller read with dismay a report [...]

5 key issues of sustainable construction

Criteria for evaluation of works in the 6th LafargeHolcim Awards competition

25 of October '19
5 kluczowych zagadnień zrównoważonego budownictwa

5 key issues of sustainable construction

© LafargeHolcim

Entries for the 6th LafargeHolcim Awards are being accepted until February 25, 2020. The total value of cash prizes is $2 million. What are the criteria for evaluating the works? [...]

Entries for the 6th LafargeHolcim Awards are being accepted until February 25, 2020. The total value of cash prizes is $2 million. What are the criteria for evaluating [...]

Reflection on the Vistula

MBA Grand Prix Krakow 2019

Dobrawa Bies, 25 of October '19
Plac na wodzie

Square on the water

© Karolina Chodura, Joanna Rozbrój

The work "Reflections of the past," made by Karolina Chodura and Joanna Rozbrój, was awarded the Grand Prix and the first prize in the A competition at the Architecture Biennale Krakow 2019. With their conceptual design, the authors recall the Vistula River and its waterfront as an important part of Krakow's [...]

The work "Reflections of the past," made by Karolina Chodura and Joanna Rozbrój, was awarded the Grand Prix and the first prize in the A competition at the Architecture [...]

New trends in design and interior architecture

Paris fair "Maison&Objet", September edition

Anna Popiel-Moszyńska, 25 of October '19
Targi paryskie „Maison&Objet”, czyli Dom&Przedmiot, edycja wrześniowa

Paris Trade Fair "Maison&Objet", or Home & Object, September edition

Photo: Anna Popiel-Moszyńska

As every year, in September, interior design studios and the editorial offices of larger and smaller magazines devoted to the subject empty. We all meet at the Parisian fair "Maison&Objet" ("House & Object") to observe the freshest trends, materials, interior design novelties, to identify those yet unknown "pearls of [...]

As every year, in September, interior design studios and the editorial offices of larger and smaller magazines devoted to the subject empty. We all meet at the Parisian [...]

Andrew Heidrich (1928-2019)

Andrzej Heidrich, creator of Polish banknotes, has died

Ola Kloc, 24 of October '19

It is with sadness that we say goodbye to Andrzej Heidrich, graphic artist and illustrator, author of Polish banknotes and stamps, among other things. The artist passed away on Sunday, October 20. [...]

It is with sadness that we say goodbye to Andrzej Heidrich, graphic artist and illustrator, author of Polish banknotes and stamps, among other things. The artist passed [...]

Piotr Nawara - briefly on the subject

From the series "10 questions to..."

Ola Kloc, 24 of October '19
10 pytań do… Piotra Nawary

10 questions for... Piotr Nawara

Photo: Emil Bilinski © MoonStudio

FOPA - the Festival of Open Architectural Studios, an event accompanying the Open Eyes Economy Summit congress in Krakow, is about to start. On this occasion, participants will have the opportunity to learn about the work of designers from Krakow architectural studios from behind the scenes. One of them will be Piotr Nawara of the MoonStudio studio, who answered our "10 questions to...". [...]

FOPA - the Festival of Open Architectural Studios, an event accompanying the Open Eyes Economy Summit congress in Krakow, is about to start. On this occasion, [...]

Results of the competition for the Best Public Space of the Silesian Voivodeship 2019.

Awards and distinctions of the Marshal of the Silesian Voivodeship.

23 of October '19
Wyniki konkursu na Najlepszą Przestrzeń Publiczną Województwa Śląskiego 2019

Results of the competition for the Best Public Space of the Silesian Voivodeship 2019.

Photo: Bart Barczyk © organizers archives

We have already presented the winners of the Architecture of the Year of the Silesian Voivodeship 2019 competition. On October 22, we also recognized the winners of the annual competition for the Best Public Space in the Silesian Voivodeship. Congratulations to all the winners! [...]

We have already presented the winners of the Architecture of the Year of the Silesian Voivodeship 2019 competition. On October 22, we also recognized the winners of the [...]

Katyn Museum the best public facility in Central and Eastern Europe

Success of BBGK Architects studio

Ola Kloc, 23 of October '19
Nagroda East Centric Architecture dla Muzeum Katyńskiego

East Centric Architecture award for Katyn Museum

Photo: Juliusz Sokolowski | illustrations courtesy of BBGK

The design of the Katyn Museum in Warsaw by BBGK Architekci studio has received the prestigious East Centric Architecture Triennale Award given at the Bucharest Architecture Triennale. Congratulations! [...]

The design of the Katyn Museum in Warsaw by BBGK Architekci studio has received the prestigious East Centric Architecture Triennale Award given at the Bucharest [...]

Tecnografica Italian Wallcoverings Wallpaper

New in the offer of Carpet Studio

22 of October '19
Tapety Tecnografica Italian Wallcoverings

Tecnografica Italian Wallcoverings Wallpaper

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Carpet Studio - an expert in floor design (Polish distributor of EGE carpets and Amtico LVT panels) - has just expanded its offerings to include Tecnografica Italian Wallcoverings wallpapers to comprehensively support customers in unconventional facility [...]

Carpet Studio - an expert in floor design (Polish distributor of EGE carpets and Amtico LVT panels) - has just expanded its offerings to include Tecnografica Italian [...]

Architecture of the Year of the Silesian Voivodeship 2019

Coffee break with Silesian architecture

22 of October '19
Architektura Roku Województwa Śląskiego 2019

Architecture of the Year of the Silesian Voivodeship 2019

Photo: Juliusz Sokolowski | Illustrations courtesy of KWK Promes

Yesterday we announced the winners of this year's 25th edition of the Architecture of the Year of the Silesian Voivodeship competition. Both buildings and interiors, completed by the end of 2018 on the territory of the Silesian Voivodeship or designed by architects from the region, could be submitted to the competition. [...]

Yesterday we announced the winners of this year's 25th edition of the Architecture of the Year of the Silesian Voivodeship competition. Both buildings and interiors, [...]

Parks instead of parking lots!

Tri-City's new woonerfs and pocket parks

Ewa Karendys, 22 of October '19
Miasto na celowniku — TRÓJMIASTO

City on target - TRÓJMIASTO

Pocket parks, new squares or the Tri-City's first woonerf... Officials are increasingly willing to respond to residents' calls for attractive public spaces and more greenery in the city. Unfortunately, there are also still many examples of putting the comfort of motorists before the welfare of [...]

Pocket parks, new squares or the Tri-City's first woonerf... Officials are increasingly willing to respond to residents' calls for attractive public spaces and more [...]

We know the election results!

SARP branch presidents for the 2019-2023 term of office

22 of October '19

We have collected for you the list of presidents of local branches of the Association of Polish Architects elected for the term 2019-2023, congratulations to all of them! [...]

We have collected for you the list of presidents of local branches of the Association of Polish Architects elected for the term 2019-2023, congratulations to all of [...]

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