Osiedle Mickiewicza 04

“Our guiding principle was to create a park-like space, sheltered from the hustle and bustle of the city. We achieved this by introducing a linear, outer development surrounding the inner courtyard, with buildings nestled amongst the greenery. Their free-standing arrangement creates an irregular framework for interlocking courtyards, made unique by the preservation of many old, tall trees, large expanses of greenery and the natural, undulating topography of the site” – Michał Badowski, architect at HRA Architekci.

The fourth and final phase of the popular Mickiewicz Estate is situated on Rudzka Street, on the border between Żoliborz and Bielany, between Mickiewicza Street and Stawy Kellera Park, in an intimate, green and popular part of Warsaw.

The buildings in the fourth phase of the Mickiewicz Estate are free from toxic materials. The thermal insulation used in them effectively reduces heating costs, whilst the large, triple-glazed windows, fitted with air vents featuring dust and allergen filters, flood the interiors with natural light. The development is applying for BREEAM certification.

• the fourth and final phase of a small housing estate much loved by local residents
• two six-storey buildings that are already complete
• rooms with high ceilings – approximately 2.72 m
• excellent natural light, panoramic 2.4-metre windows with anti-smog vents, comfortable balconies and loggias
• functional, easy-to-arrange flats with the option to change the layout and choose the interior finishes

• a two-storey car park with storage cubicles, parking bays and bicycle racks, as well as an LPG detection system
• lifts serving all floors of the building, quiet-running and suitable for transporting prams and people with disabilities
• a minimum number of kerbs, ramps and thresholds
• sturdy materials and meticulous finishes, light-coloured wood, white and black in the communal areas, architecture that highlights the cosy greenery of the estate
• residents’ club – available in Building B, a comfortably furnished communal space
• a project by HRA Architekci, carried out by the main contractor Skanska SA