House M by RS+ Robert Skitka in Tychy, Poland

Project: M House Architects: RS+ Robert Skitka Location: Tychy, Silesia, Poland Area: 4,000 sq ft Photography: Tomasz Zakrzewski

House M by RS+ Robert Skitka

House M is a stunning modern home located in a quiet residential area of Tychy, Poland. A single-story building offers 4,000 square feet of living space with access to a beautiful courtyard with an excellent landscape design. The house was designed by the studio RS+ Robert Skitka, the same studio that created the Hole House project we recently featured.

The house is located in an area of detached homes among chaotic and diverse development, typical of most modern Polish suburbs.

The client's request was for a bungalow—a functional program includes living space, private bedroom, and a separate room that serves as an office and additional room. It can also become a room for elderly people in the future.

The issue was related to neighboring houses that have a view onto the plot. The investor wanted a house that is not closed off but opens up to the garden.

The solution was to create a main terrace, which is enclosed on three sides. This makes it an intimate place for relaxation with friends during warm weather.

The composition of the house consists of a first floor and two small sections located above it. These parts are covered with mansard roofs with opposite slopes. One of them contains a small attic, while the other houses the upper part of the living room.

In the southwest part of the plot, a shallow lake will be built in the future, complementing the terrace and pavilion composition.

Upon entering the building, you find yourself in the center of the living area between the living room and kitchen (with a view to the entrance into the plot) and dining room. All rooms open onto the mentioned terrace. Behind the living room is a private tenant zone with bedrooms and bathrooms. Behind the kitchen is a guest area with a separate bathroom. This spatial division allows for creating an apartment for elderly people with a separate entrance. On the northern side is a two-car garage and utility rooms.

The solutions were a good choice, and the terrace truly became the heart of the house, often used by residents.

– RS+ Robert Skitka