Wroniecka 23 – The past for the future
unique place
The tenement at Wroniecka 23 is located in the very heart of the Old Town of Poznań. It is a unique place where past meets presence and future. Raised in the fifteenth century, the building nowadays is modern, functional, ecological and beautiful. It houses the studio of architecture, urban planning, design and fashion, as well as the in-situ art gallery, recording studio and lecture room.
The house undeniably proves that adaptation of historic buildings to contemporary forms of use without significant prejudice to their historic value and identity is possible.
witness of past centuries
The tenement at Wroniecka 23 was built at the end of the fifteenth century. Throughout its history, the building has experienced numerous destructive processes, such as fires, floods or wars. It was repeatedly rebuilt, its functions changed many times. In the years 1993-2013 the house was not used by anyone and became a forgotten ruin. At present, Wroniecka 23, restored and revitalised, is evidence that a historic building that has witnessed past times may also be useful for future generations.
1370
construction of a tenement house at 23 Wroniecka Street
1933
condition of the tenement house before World War II
1949
condition of the tenement house after World War II
1965
white monument registration card
2012
inventory – a monument before renovation works begin
2022
building after renovation with a renovated, historic front façade
modern monument
Wroniecka 23 is the place where history meets technology. It is the background for innovative solutions which strengthen the condition of the house on the one hand and protect its historic value better than ever before on the other. The building is equipped with as many as 28 technical systems which make this 15th century house modern, nearly zero-energy and environmentally friendly.
centre of science and didactics
Wroniecka 23 is a centre of research, science, didactics and implementation. There is also a laboratory, streaming and lecture room and in-situ recording studio.
The house has undergone numerous archaeological and conservational tests which have provided valuable information about the history of the place. There is also a day-to-day metering conducted to collect data regarding parameters inside the building. Analyses are made with the use of the latest methods of research and documentation, e.g. 3D laser scanning.
in-situ gallery
At the top of the front elevation, Wroniecka 23 is decorated with a unique architectural detail – a diamond. This is how the house invites its guests to enter the artistic world. The tenement is a venue of cultural and artistic events. It promotes cooperation between architects, photographers, painters, musicians, interior and fashion designers.
green power of the house
Application of new technologies and scientific achievements accounts for the ultimate climate comfort maintained at Wroniecka 23. The house is equipped with modern technical systems which guarantee clean air, green energy and low carbon footprint. Whilst respecting the history and identity of the place, the tenement has been transformed into a nearly zero-energy building and has become friendly to the environment.
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