Cepelia building in Warsaw, Modern architecture building in Śródmieście, Warsaw, Poland.
The Cepelia building is a modern three-story structure in Śródmieście featuring a steel and aluminum frame with extensive glass surfaces. The facade is distinguished by turquoise ceramic tiles that cover the non-glazed sections of the exterior.
The pavilion was designed by architect Zygmunt Stępiński and completed in 1966 as the final structure of the Eastern Wall commercial development program. It represented the last addition to a major postwar commercial expansion in this district.
The building served as the main venue where Cepelia presented and sold traditional Polish handcrafted goods and folk art to the public. Visitors could discover authentic handmade objects that reflected the country's artistic craftsmanship and cultural traditions.
The building is located at the intersection of Marszałkowska and Nowogrodzka streets near Dmowski Roundabout and is easily accessible. Access and visibility of the structure are good, though renovation work beginning in February 2024 may affect its condition.
Each ceramic tile on the facade was created by artist Stanisław Kucharski with individual geometric patterns, making every tile completely unique. This elaborate decorative approach turned the building's exterior into a fully personalized artistic expression.
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