Norblin Factory Warsaw, Poland

Combining new build with heritage conservation, Norblin Factory established its identity as the epicentre of Warsaw’s business community the moment it opened. This complex of 15 mixed-use buildings includes 10 original buildings of the former Wole silversmithing factory, which had remained closed to the public for many years. Designed by PRC Architekci in close collaboration with the Polish historic monuments service, the 65,000-m2 scheme includes two 8-storey office buildings and an underground car park. The long-span slabs extending from a central core embrace and unite the historic buildings in a bold design statement. From the museum charting the history of the site to the original KinoGram cinema, and from the BioBazar organic market to Food Town, the city’s largest food court, locals and visitors love this unique combination of business, culture and great food.

Project owner Capital Park has now established the Norblin Factory Foundation to continue the good work of the former factory owners in supporting young and aspiring artists.

Technical Sheet

• Architect: PRC Architekci

• Project owner: Capital Park Group

That’s the number of trees planted between the shops and pedestrian walkways of the historic Wole site.