House of Color Downtown Oasis / NOKE Architects

This place exudes color, just like its hosts Magda Grabowska-Wacławek aka Bovska, and her husband Grzegorz Wacławek. It's their long-awaited green sanctuary, nestled within family allotment gardens just a few metro stops from the heart of Warsaw. Fresh, vibrant hues are introduced here by NOKE Architects, led by the talented trio of Karol Pasternak, Piotr Maciaszek, and Mateusz Jaworski. Magda – a singer, dancer, performer, and visual artist, and Grzegorz, the founder of Animoon studio renowned for its globally acclaimed and award-winning animations, have found solace in this green retreat. While residing in a tenement house in the bustling city center, they longed for a connection with nature, seeking a change of scenery, better conditions for creative endeavors, and some relief from heat during the summer months. They found it in the allotment garden situated at the intersection of the urban vibrancy of the central district of Śródmieście and the serenity of green Żoliborz, offering a true haven amidst the bustling metropolis. From within this sanctuary, one can gaze upon the city skyline, with towering skyscrapers juxtaposed against the lush greenery. Yet, amidst the urban landscape, nature reigns supreme.