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Silesia, Poland

The House in Silesia was built in the area where catalog houses rule. Three simple ridge roofed buildings shaped like traditional houses were functionally divided into a garage, art studio, and homebuilding. The house opens onto a garden that penetrates its interior thanks to large glazing.

That is why between the buildings, we have got the walking route leading us to the private space, revealing at the same time interesting architecture perspectives and surrounding landscape view. The terrace, roof, and the elevation of the three buildings were made of Polish larch, which created simple monochromic forms.

Granite cobblestone emphasizes the wide-open space, while the wooden terrace, leading us into the garden, symbolizes the private space. Big rocks dug out during the construction works became the initial point for arranging the green space. The stones of different fractions surround the buildings- it is characteristic of the Jura region.

There is a clear division of space in each building. Large windows connecting the interior with surrounding nature emphasize the garden area. The frontside walls are minimalistic without any distinctive divisions like windows or doors.

The project's concept was to preserve the austere and simple form of buildings that allowed us to achieve modern and timeless character of place and architecture.