Michal Madeja is the author of a project for a complex of residential buildings carried out as part of the Design course taught by Wojciech Kotecki and Mariusz Wronowski of BBGK Architekci studio, under the direction of Jerzy Grochulski at the Faculty of Architecture, Warsaw University of Technology.
Responding to climate change, the author of the project attempts to introduce wood into multifamily housing in Poland in an optimal and economical way. The basis of the composition of the residential buildings designed by Michal Madeja is in a clearly defined structure, mutually complementary wooden elements, supported by a monolithic communication core and metal covering. The structure of the buildings is based on radially arranged structural walls, optimized placement of bathrooms, and closets.
The pentagonal sctrukutra of the buildings allows to fit into the plot
© Michal Madeja
urban planning assumptions
Thanks to the pentagonal structure, the buildings fit into the corners of the plot and partially complement the square forming at the Poniatowski Bridge. Between the buildings, four squares of varying character have been planned, three of which are open to public spaces, and one, placed centrally, serves as an entrance square. The height of the buildings is adapted to the surroundings, trying to reconcile the character of the frontage buildings by the bridge, and the point buildings in the park part.
Wooden elements are exposed in the interiors
© Michal Madeja
architectural assumptions
Each building was planned on a plan with a uniform structure, consisting of a reinforced concrete traffic core and a surrounding residential section with radially diverging structural walls made of glulam. The buildings also have a unified and optimized layout of technical rooms and bathrooms, along with sewage risers, and ventilation. The universal and clear structure easily adapts to the diverse needs of residents. The pentagonal plan influences the distribution of openings in the facade. The living spaces are made in CLT glulam construction with elements of solid wood and other wood-based products. Wood elements are exposed in the interiors. The lightweight façade was designed with weather-protective aluminum sheeting, and its color scheme refers to the pastel, muted color scheme of Powiśle buildings.
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illustrations courtesy of Michal Madea
