The wedding ceremony is a moment full of emotions and special memories - a moment that marks the beginning of a new chapter in the life of the bride and groom. How to combine the formal nature of a state institution with an artistic expression that will emphasize the solemnity of this ceremony? The answer to this question is the project of Julia Wawrzynowicz from the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdansk, created under the supervision of Prof. Maciej Świtała, which is a modern concept for the interior of the Registry Office in Bydgoszcz.
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artistic space for a new beginning
Modern wedding ceremonies focus on individuality and emotion. Increasingly, young couples want the day to be not only a formal event, but also a beautiful memory - both for them and their invited guests. With this in mind, the design of the interior of the Registry Office in Bydgoszcz was created. The aim of the concept was to create a place that through its form and details will emphasize the solemnity of the moment, becoming its natural complement.
The key aspect of the project is to combine the formality of a state institution with artistic expression. Thanks to the appropriately designed space, the interior of the office is intended not only to fulfill its function, but also to stimulate the emotions and senses of the participants of the ceremony. The unique character of the project is emphasized by the garden installation, which is a symbolic culmination of the ceremony - a place created to celebrate and capture memories in photographs.
projection of the office
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The interior of the building was designed to harmonize with the emotions accompanying the wedding. Soft, bright colors dominate, broken by pink accents. Central to the concept are fabrics arranged on the ceiling in the shape of pink flowers, which symbolize the beauty, delicacy and uniqueness of the day. The fabrics flow downward, creating a cohesive, soothing composition with the floor in shades of white. The geometric leitmotif is the circle - a symbol of completeness and harmony - present in both the design elements and the garden installation.
Inspired by Alexander McQueen's "Resort" collection.
Fashion as a field of art has long served as an artistic medium, allowing creators to express their view of the world. The interior design of the Registry Office draws inspiration from Alexander McQueen's "Resort" collection, which is distinguished by subtle color transitions and elegance characteristic of wedding aesthetics. The collection's floral motifs and soft colors became the foundation for a concept that combines a variety of textures, lines and forms into one cohesive whole.
wedding room
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Designers of contemporary fashion creations often push the boundaries, creating pieces that resemble theater art rather than everyday clothing. A similar principle was applied to the interior design - the space was to impress with its originality and make you think, while remaining functional. Inspiration from McQueen's collection can be seen in delicate colors such as white and pink, reminiscent of flower petals, as well as in the dynamism of geometric forms, where the dominant shape is the circle - a symbol of completeness and harmony.
waiting room
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modern functionality in five spaces
The interiors of the Registry Office were divided into five key spaces: the entrance hall with a checkroom, the waiting room, the wedding hall, the clerk's office and the toasting room with a storage room. Each room was designed with aesthetics that relate to the project's theme.
toasting room
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The wedding hall is the focal point of the concept and the most expressive space. Attention is drawn to the pink fabrics, arranged on the ceiling in the form of large floral compositions. Their soft, organic form "overflows" onto the floor, where the pink gradually transforms into pure white. The geometric key to the entire design is the circle, which introduces an element of continuity and movement in a static space.
view of the waiting room from the wedding hall
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The waiting room and entrance hall, kept in soft, bright colors, act as an introduction to the ceremony. Meanwhile, the toasting room, located in a more intimate part of the building, allows further celebration of the event among loved ones.
The garden as a space of celebration
An integral part of the project is the garden space, inviting people to contemplate and create memories. The garden installation, made of translucent fabrics in shades of white and pink, provides an ideal place to take commemorative photographs.
installation
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The circular-shaped structure harmonizes with the garden's lush vegetation, creating a visual connection between nature and man-designed elements. The transparency of the fabrics allows greenery to permeate the installation, adding lightness and elegance. It's a place designed for several people to capture a special moment in photographs surrounded by beautiful scenery.
plan and cross section of the installation
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"Architecture of Love" shows that a formal space can be both intimate and artistic, creating the perfect backdrop for one of the most important days in the lives of the bride and groom.
