8 Korfantego Street in Katowice, Modernist skyscraper in Katowice, Poland.
8 Korfantego Street is a 56.93-meter tall building in central Katowice featuring clean lines and vertical elements typical of 1960s architecture. Office and commercial spaces fill the structure, creating an active business hub in the downtown area.
Architect Stanisław Kwaśniewicz completed this skyscraper in 1968 during a period of rapid urban development in Silesia. The building emerged when Katowice was fundamentally modernizing its appearance.
The building carries the local nickname Ślizgowiec and represents Katowice's transformation from an industrial city to a modern urban center. This change shaped how the city and its people saw themselves.
The building sits in a central location and is easily reached by public transportation serving the area. Keep in mind that this is an active business building and not all areas are open to the public.
The building carries the nickname Ślizgowiec, a humorous Polish reference that relates to its shape and appearance. This nickname is widespread among locals and those familiar with Katowice's architecture.
Location: Katowice
Inception: 1968
Height: 56.93 m
GPS coordinates: 50.26250,19.02167
Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:06
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