MS café by Wunderteam

Art Museum of Lodz, located in a nineteenth century building, Is a museum of tradition and modernity. To floor modernize and adapt the building to its new features Was necessary to pay homage to this tradition and the historical role of the building. Since the museum lacked a common space for social life, the main objective was to create a place with its own personality and encourage people to stay After visiting the exhibition.

For this, involving the Wi_ckowskiego street frontage where incorporates a glass wall does not interfere with the original structure. Thus, Museum stands out among the other buildingsWhile indicating that something happens inside. From this disclosure, the viewer is directed By clear signs or exposure to the cafeteria and library. In addition, the spaces are identified visually by their colors and lightingWhich is convenient for visitors to understand the place.

The biggest challenge was the area where it is located cafeteria and library. Is introduced glass box a library open, 2 rooms for the cafeteria, bar, locker rooms and bathrooms. As this area also opened the museum after hours, it was necessary to generate a independent access this space. With simple materials such as wood, metal and glass, is achieved the initial objective highlight the beauty of the interiors of the historic building without trying to copy her style.

By contrasting elements Was superimposed a 19-century interior with a contemporary design by use of certain elements of an industrial Such as transport boxes, carts, and shelves. For the bar, it was decided to piecemeal that comes from the floor and walls. At the same time, should be a comfortable and visually appealing element. Made backlit wood and plastic Was achieved a design that responded to ergonomic principles.

This will be incorporating Stools Konstantin Grcic, Who shared the same style and dialogue in its shape with the bar. Finally, all elements used in designing allude to the museum’s collection, but generate their own space which differs visually from the other areas of the museum.