Interior overhauls are the most demanding design challenges. Actual context and functional layouts require precise decisions about which elements of existing interiors are worth saving and which require improvements to optimize the space for current user needs. 

Owners entrusted this ambitious task to Anna and Krzysztof Paszkowski-Thurow, architects who run ANNA THUROW architecture and interiors studio. Architects are specialized in private architecture, developing high-end residential projects as well as comprehensive, bespoke interior designs for the most demanding clients.

Briefing of the KD house project clearly expressed a need to give the interiors a timeless character and to redefine individual functions that, over the years, ceased to meet the expectations of the clients. One of the other prerequisites was possibly no interference with the structure of the building. 

Architects achieved design goals with the idea of a wooden cube (so-called "the box"), a focal point of the house integrating functions of the entrance walk-in closet, pantry space (accessible from the kitchen side) and discreetly integrated TV/audio zone. Minor structural changes like removal of relatively low door lintels opened space around “the box”.

A noteworthy element of this new living area is a spacious, comfortable modular sofa. Thanks to its ample form, usage of the living room area was maximized, allowing investors to comfortably enjoy the charm of the fireplace and the TV zone with all family members at the same time.

Architects opted for high-quality finishing materials like natural oak veneers set against black nero abssolutogranite countertops and backsplashes, conceiving minimalist yet warm character.

Along with thoughtful details like circular lighting fixtures in Flemish bronze, bespoke oak handles or even self-designed icons on the steering panel of a smart home system, the goal of “interiors that do not easily succumb to the passage of time” was attained.

Reduced palette of finishes and subdued colors of natural materials were balanced by tactility of surfaces. Bright and warm brushed oak veneers were juxtaposed to slightly rough, light gray structural plaster applied on walls and ceilings and oversized stoneware tiles with slate-like texture in bathrooms. 

The renovation of the interiors posed the most complex design challenge, since the functional layout required clear decisions to be made about which elements to maintain and which required improvement, with a view to optimising the space to meet the needs of the users. The owners of the home entrusted this ambitious task to Anna and Krzysztof Paszkowski-Thurow.

The briefing for the House KD project clearly expressed the need to bring a timeless character to the interiors, by redefining a number of functions that over the years had ceased to meet the clients’ expectations. The architects achieved the project objectives with the idea of creating a wooden cube as the focal point of the home, hosting the walk-in wardrobe at the entrance and the pantry accessible from the side with the kitchen and the living area.

For the wall coverings, the porcelain stoneware tiles chosen are from the Pietre di Sardegna collection, in the colour Punta Molara, which, together with the careful attention to detail, help shape an ambience with a minimalist yet warm style.