Old Paper Mill Complex, Konstancin Jeziorna
The resoration of parts of an 1838 paper mill, reconstruction of other parts and modern extensions, to creat a human scaled shopping centre. The building complex was listed in 1959 but was burned in 1984. The preserved brick structure is exposed and is complemented by modern ...
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Project details
Title: | Old Paper Mill Complex, Konstancin Jeziorna |
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Entr. year: | 2003 |
Result: | Diploma |
Country: | Poland |
Town: | Konstancin Jeziorna, Warsaw |
Category type: | architectural heritage |
Building type/ Project type: | industrial heritage |
Former use: | Paper mill complex |
Actual use: | Commercial centre, event venue, cultural activities |
Built: | 19th century |
Architect / Proj.leader: | Bulanda & Mucha Architects Ltd (BIM Architects) |
The Jury's citation: | For the exemplary and dynamic rehabilitation of an industrial heritage ruin, and its conversion into a centre for commerce and culture, now at the heart of its community. |
GPS: | 52°5'28.2"N 21°7'18.4"E |
Web, Links: | presentations.thebestinheritage.com/2005/Old%20Paper%20Mill%20in%20Konstancin%20near%20Warsaw |
Description:
The resoration of parts of an 1838 paper mill, reconstruction of other parts and modern extensions, to creat a human scaled shopping centre. The building complex was listed in 1959 but was burned in 1984. The preserved brick structure is exposed and is complemented by modern steel elements and detailing (structural elements, stairs, passerelles, etc.) which give the whole the feel of the industrial heritage.
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