The interior is a source of many sensual experiences that we will return to with our memories years later. If there are memories to be treasured that bring a smile to the face and warmth to the heart, it is worth taking care of their setting, i.e. the space. Agnieszka Brucka-Ostrowska, a graduate of Ecole Boulle in Paris and the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdańsk, is driven by this idea in her projects. After years of working in France and Poland, she decided to fulfil her dream of having her own studio. This is how Brucka Studio was founded, specialising in pleasant and colourful spaces with a touch of classic flair.
Interiors that help you derive sensual joy from everyday life
Agnieszka Brucka-Ostrowska – the founder of Brucka Studio – has always paid attention to the space and the colours, scents and light that fill it. Since she was a child, she has been interested in art. She has many still vivid memories of being in different places from a very young age. Walking up an old staircase with a wooden railing or a large dining room with a glass veranda which the light seeped through were just some of the images that stuck in her mind for good.
This kind of perception of the surrounding space strongly determined the architect’s approach to interior design. Agnieszka Brucka-Ostrowska perceives interiors as more than just the backdrop to our everyday life and strives to create places that foster good memories. The original style of the designs from Brucka Studio was also influenced by the experience of many years of living, studying and working in the heart of Paris. The result is a unique blend of sensuality, class and unforced charm.
Brucka Studio – interior designs for private flats, houses and luxury yachts
Agnieszka Brucka-Ostrowska gained her experience in the design industry while working in France and Poland. Today she puts her knowledge and inspiration to use by running her own studio, specialising in private interiors. In addition to flats and houses, she also designs luxury yacht interiors. By her own admission, these are the biggest challenges for her. A yacht needs to function as a living room, bathroom and bedroom, but instead of separate rooms, you need to create almost one perfectly aligned piece of furniture. Such projects show how precious each millimetre is.
What values and outlook guide your design work? What are your priorities in creating interior designs?
The interiors I create reflect the personality and tastes of the owners. They often also provide a vehicle for good memories – a throwback to childhood or travel. I design them to best suit the client’s lifestyle and pace. As a whole, it is finely tuned in terms of functionality in order to function as easily and naturally as possible in the newly created space. I try to opt for natural materials whenever possible. I make sure that all the pieces complement each other in colour and texture.
Do you have a favourite interior design style? If so, what kind?
I’m probably furthest away from simple, white and minimalist spaces. I like colour in interiors and playing with contrast by combining large-format tiles with small glazed tiles. I enjoy working in classic and French styles, but I place great importance on finding a balance between classic and modern, making the result often eclectic. I am also keen on boho, Japandi or Scandinavian styles.
What materials and technologies do you most like to use in your projects?
In my projects, I predominantly opt for tried and trusted manufacturers. I most often use Flugger paints, Tubądzin large-format tiles, Casalgrande Padana or Porcelanosa. I choose trench drains or concealed cistern frames from the Tece range. And when it comes to fittings, I usually choose Hansgrohe with different finishes depending on my needs.
What are your experiences of working with clients? What do you think is the key to a successful collaboration?
It seems to me that the key to a successful collaboration is to set clear terms and conditions and to apply clear rules in communication. That is why the first getting-to-know-you meeting is so important.
Can you describe the most interesting project you have worked on?
The most interesting private interiors project was undoubtedly the flat in Paris, created by combining two units located in adjacent, separate townhouses. It was the integration of the two flats into one that posed the greatest challenge in this case. We had to choose the first flat to enter through and set a new traffic flow. In addition, creating a passageway between the units also required a builder to reinforce the opening.
Do you offer a consultation service?
Yes, I do.
