tbs estate

The housing estate in Gliwice was designed in the spirit of a garden city, with respect for the existing landscape and tree cover. It was the greenery, rather than the buildings, that served as the starting point for shaping the concept. Four-story buildings were placed freely among the trees, creating spaces in between that encourage neighborhood interactions, recreation, and relaxation.

Each part of the estate was given a distinct character – from orderly green areas and birch groves, through natural hills and a pond, to a dynamic arrangement of geometrically fractured forms set within dense vegetation. The result is a diverse yet coherent development, where nature and architecture together create a welcoming living environment.

The architecture of the buildings is based on simple, modular forms, enriched with rhythmic loggias and recessed entrances. A key feature is the use of concrete brick façades, complemented by ceramic details in shades of green, navy, and rusty burgundy. These motifs are enhanced by brick murals inspired by Silesian patterns, adding subtle accents that build the identity of the place.

The project also incorporates modern technological solutions, including photovoltaic panels and rainwater retention systems, reinforcing its eco-friendly character and addressing contemporary environmental challenges.