Modernization of the College of Humanities in Wroclaw

Ola Skorupa

10 of September '24

outdoor area

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Joanna Furmanowicz of the Wroclaw School of Humanities designed an original concept for the modernization of the university, inviting the academic community to co-create the project. The project combines Scandinavian functionality, formal minimalism and wabi-sabi philosophy, drawing inspiration from nature and creating the space with natural materials. The interiors have been fitted with modern lighting systems and minimalist details that harmonize with the subtle, organic aesthetic. Modernization also extended to the building's facade and surroundings, creating a space that is welcoming to visitors and conducive to student creativity. For more interesting information, visit the home page of the AiB portal

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Joanna Furmanowicz of the Wroclaw School of Humanities designed an original concept for the modernization of the university, inviting the academic community to co-create the project.
The project combines Scandinavian functionality, formal minimalism and wabi-sabi philosophy, drawing inspiration from nature and creating the space with natural materials.
The interiors have been fitted with modern lighting systems and minimalist details that harmonize with the subtle, organic aesthetic.
Modernization also extended to the building's facade and surroundings, creating a space that is welcoming to visitors and conducive to student creativity.
For more interesting information, visit the home page of the AiB portal

From the College of Humanities in Wroclaw, {tag:studenci} proposed an original concept for the development of selected spaces of the WSH, located at 70b Robotnicza Street. The project, aimed at refreshing the university's image, was not limited to aesthetic changes - Furmanowicz invited the academic community to collaborate. Male and female students, as well as those working at the university, had the opportunity to express their opinions in specially prepared surveys, which helped tailor the final visual concept of the interior to the needs of male and female users.

outdoor zone

harmony of styles and inspiration from nature

The interior design is based on a skillful combination of three styles: Scandinavian functionality and simplicity, a minimalist approach to form and the wabi-sabi philosophy, accepting imperfections and appreciating natural beauty. The central source of inspiration for the project was nature, particularly the nature of the Slovinski National Park. Organic shapes and decorative elements, as well as a subdued color scheme, gave the interiors harmony and tranquility.

lobby

Furmanowicz relied on natural materials, such as wood, stone, cork and linen, warming the spaces and emphasizing their ecological character. The dominant color palette is shades of broken white, beige and light gray, which allowed to achieve the effect of a spacious, light-filled interior while maintaining a subtle elegance.

rectorate

dean's office

The scope of work includes selected rooms of the first floor of the building: entrance area with checkroom, dean's office, rector's office, relaxation area, social room, lecture hall, painting studio, sculpture studio and toilet riser.

lecture room

modern technologies and finishing details

The interiors have been equipped with modern lighting systems that not only serve a practical function, but also play a decorative role. Minimalist light fixtures with geometric shapes and those inspired by the Japanese style blend with the aesthetics of the entire interior. In addition, a variety of vegetation placed in selected places brings life to the space, breaking the austerity of minimalist forms.

painting studio

Furmanowicz also took care of finishing details, such as uniform microcement floors and porcelain stoneware tiles in high-traffic areas. In the art rooms, terrazzo tiles were used, with their texture reminiscent of paint stains, which fits in with the creative atmosphere of the painting studio.

sculpture studio

an environment conducive to creativity

Furmanowicz' s project was not limited to the interiors - the facade of the building and its surroundings were also modernized. The author was keen to create a friendly outdoor space, conduciveto leisure activities andencouraging new visitors and guests to the university. The facade, like the interiors, refers to natural forms and materials, harmoniously interacting with the surrounding landscape. The creation of a relaxation zone and an outdoor event space allows the university to act as an open place of creativity and inspiration, accessible to the general public.