The {tag:studenci} from the School of Ecology and Management proposed to adapt a space in the "Dawn" Cultural Center in Warsaw for a ballet studio. The project is focused on creating a functional and aesthetically pleasing space, conducive to cultural development and deepening the passions of children and young people, as well as providing a good start in case of a possible future career.
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aesthetic inspiration
The initial plan was to adapt the space on the second floor of the building, but due to the too low ceiling and limited functionality, the author moved the concept to the first floor, to the left wing of the building. The interior design is inspired by the aesthetics of the 1950s, in which the building was built, combining elements of modernism with modern stylistic solutions. The color scheme is based on white and pale pink, creating a backdrop for accents of navy blue and wood, bringing subtle elegance to the design.
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functionality of space and ergonomics
Oliwia Frymus paid special attention to the ergonomics and functionality of the space. The ballet studio was equipped by the designer with double exercise bars, adapted to the needs of younger and older participants. She also placed two benches with rounded corners in the room, providing a place to rest. The central corridor, a key circulation element in the building, was visually shortened and illuminated through an arcade, making it more spacious and better integrated with the rest of the project.
views of the ballet hall
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changes in the functional layout
A number of changes were incorporated into the design to improve the functionality of the space. Separate locker rooms for girls and boys were introduced, each equipped with showers and lockers. The author also took care to create an additional men's restroom and a toilet for people with disabilities. An important element in the adaptation of the space is the reception area, divided into a zone for children and parents. The children's zone featured stands with small tables, while the parents' zone was organized around a central table, which promotes the integration of users and users.
visualization of the reception area
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construction challenges and technical solutions
During the development of the project, the author had to face several technical challenges. One of them was the adaptation of the load-bearing wall in the reception area, where an arcade was planned. This required special measures, such as forging niches and installing steel beams in them, allowing the walls to be demolished safely.
visualization of the reception area
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materials used and finishing details
For the project, Frymus chose high-quality materials that are both aesthetically pleasing and practical. She used large-format porcelain stoneware tiles in delicate shades of pink and blue in the changing rooms and bathrooms. In the ballet studio, she used French herringbone wood floors, which relate to the aesthetics of the interior, while also being durable and functional. Lighting elements such as spotlights on rails and hidden LED strips are also important elements, giving the space a modern feel.
visualization of the ballet room
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