The designed building is intended for seasonal tourist rental purposes, with an additional residential section for the owners and a garage. The main entrance to the building is located on the north elevation, which is very ascetic and minimalist. The southern elevation, on the other hand, is almost entirely glazed, offering users a beautiful panoramic view of the city from the hilltop.

An additional 5,000 m² of office space will be made available to tenants. The modernization involved converting the commercial area on the first floor into office space. The alcoves that were there have been enclosed and glazed.

Inside the representative, two-winged structure lies a private atrium with a large tree. The atrium is fully glazed, creating a harmonious connection between the interior and exterior, while filling the villa with natural light. It serves as the central point of the house, adjacent to the internal circulation, the living room, and the light, self-supporting stairs leading to the upper floor.

The building's shape, designed in the form of the letter "U," creates a private, sheltered enclave from the garden side. The project is a contemporary interpretation of farmstead architecture, with the layout divided into four distinct functional zones: the living area, guest area, fitness/spa area, and technical section.

Due to the client's requirements, the building features large glazing that offers expansive views of the greenery from the garden side, while maintaining a minimalist and enclosed appearance from the access road side.

The buildings were positioned on micropiles to preserve the existing trees as much as possible. The function of the houses was reversed: the ground floor mainly consists of a staircase with an elevator and utility rooms. The two upper floors are designed as living spaces, offering sea views and featuring a rooftop terrace.

The layout is simple: four rectangular volumes, two arranged in an "L" shape, the third is the swimming pool, and the fourth forms the first floor above the longer arm. The exterior of the house has minimal glazing, which helps protect the owners' privacy. In contrast, the facades facing the intimate garden-courtyard, formed by the two arms of the "L," are fully glazed. These spaces are inaccessible to prying eyes. A standout feature of the design is the concrete façade, which is a key architectural element highlighting the building's mass and form, resembling a curtain. The soft shape of the concrete walls flows smoothly like a ribbon throughout the building and connects with the flowing curtains on the windows of the ground floor.

The project proposes the creation of a transitional building that integrates both the ground floor and the first floor. The structure is carefully divided into functional blocks based on accessibility. On the first floor, spacious viewing terraces are planned, as well as a public area that includes a restaurant. This design aims to maximize the connection with the surrounding environment, enhancing both the user experience and the relationship between the building and its location. The terraces will offer expansive views, providing a key feature for both visitors and residents, while the restaurant serves as an accessible communal space.

We decided to design two buildings, intersected by a public square along the axis of the central projection. This approach shaped the public space, while the view of the central part of the National Museum was opened up and further emphasized.

POLISH PAVILION DESIGN FOR EXPO 2020 IN DUBAI 2000 m² Dubai,
United Arab Emirates