Interior designer Ewelina Makosa and designer Jan Garncarek have transformed an old warehouse of an old factory into their art studio with raw interiors and colorful furniture pieces in Berlin, Germany.

Named Ewelina Art Studio, the 94-square-metre studio carries the traces of history within the structure with 5-metre tall rooms and industrial materials that provide elegant history of its architecture.

In 2017, Ewelina and furniture and lighting designer Jan Garncarek settled in their art studio, the structure was a warehouse of a former factory – most likely a storehouse for airplane parts during World War II. They intended to grow their projects in this redesigned studio. 

Ewelina and Jan redesigned the structure with light-filled interiors taking inspiration from the timeless formula of pre-war houses, combining it with the character of contemporary interiors. 

Color and free-form furniture are the primary elements that dominate the space with modern touch.

Combining manor houses with working-class housing estates, and industrial locations with idyllic parks and natural lakes, the Berlin district of Reinickendorf is both relaxed and inspiring.

“Life moves at a much slower pace here, compared to Berlin’s city centre,” said Ewelina. “The lack of trendy cafes and restaurants provides ideal conditions for genuine contemplation and focus. In addition, the local lake is a great summer destination.”