Classical Elegance with a Touch of Modern Design: An Apartment in a 14th-Century Tenement

A 52-meter apartment, intended for short-term rental, located in the very center of Krakow's Old Town is one of the latest projects by architect Agata Popieluch. We visit here, taking a closer look at the process of its creation.

Elegant living room with a modern twist

Revitalization of an apartment in a historic tenement house is a laborious process, in which surprises often occur. It was here that an old wooden parquet floor hidden for years under the boards was discovered, and a tiled stove was renovated, which became the basis for a new arrangement. By combining a light pink ceiling, stucco on the walls and switches inspired by the aesthetics of years gone by, a warm and cozy atmosphere was created here. Among the furniture characterized by modern design, which creates an ideal contrast to the age-old atmosphere of the place, we will find the Abbe sofa with a chaise longue in Hazel fabric.

Creative bedroom

Apartments in old tenement houses, as is commonly known, require much greater care and commitment in the process of creating a functional layout that is ideally suited to their users. It was no different here. In order to illuminate one of the bedrooms, which did not have a window, glass blocks were used here, creating an interesting decorative element. Against the background of the blue wall, we find a contrasting Molly bed, whose delicate form is not striking, while the original Laguna material adds character to the interior.

Design: Agata Popieluch Studio
Photos: Anna Michalek
Furniture: Abbe with chaise longue and sleeping function, Hazel fabric,
Molly Bed, Laguna Fabric