INDEPENDENT INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE STUDIO

ArtCore Design — Independent Interior Architecture Studio

ArtCore Design creates interiors for houses, flats and apartments where timeless aesthetics meet function, considered detail and precise technical documentation. Every project is approached individually — from the first conversation to a complete design prepared for implementation.

Interior architect Ewa Sadowska-Wicherek — ArtCore Design

LEAD ARCHITECT AND STUDIO FOUNDER

Ewa Sadowska-Wicherek, M.Sc. Arch.

Graduate of the Faculty of Architecture at Kraków University of Technology and FHS Cottbus. Founder and lead architect of ArtCore Design, an independent studio specialising in the interior architecture of houses, flats and apartments.

The studio works with a select group of clients, allowing every project to receive full attention and to be developed methodically — from the initial concept to complete technical documentation.

We approach each project as a coherent spatial concept rather than a collection of decorative decisions. The starting point is the individual, the architecture of the property and the way the space will actually be used.

Over 20 Years of Design Practice

Our experience includes residential and commercial interiors, houses, apartments and spaces of different scales in a wide range of locations.

Technical Documentation

A project does not end with visualisations. We prepare documentation that is clear to construction teams, joiners, installers and suppliers.

Projects Across Poland and Internationally

Location is not a limitation. Projects can be delivered in person, through a hybrid process or remotely, depending on their scope and stage.

Selected Projects by ArtCore Design

The portfolio presents selected completed interiors and design studies by the studio. A broader selection is available on our portfolio page.

Tell Us About Your Project

At this stage, a short description is enough: the type of property, floor area, location, current stage and intended schedule. We can then discuss the project scope, documentation and the most suitable form of collaboration.

Our Mission

The aim of ArtCore Design is to create coherent, harmonious interiors that remain relevant beyond short-lived trends. We draw on classical architectural principles, reinterpret them for contemporary living and complement them with current material and technological solutions.

We treat a design as a long-term value — a space that gains character over time rather than becoming dated. Proportion, function, detail, documentation and an orderly implementation process are therefore as important as the final visual result.

What Does an Interior Architect Do?

An interior architect designs the relationship between people and space: the layout, function, light, materials, details and documentation that allow a concept to be translated into a completed interior.

Layout and Function

The architect organises the relationships between rooms, analyses the needs of the residents and develops a layout suited to everyday life.

Materials and Detail

The project includes the selection of materials, colours, textures, lighting, fitted elements and details that form a coherent whole rather than a series of unrelated choices.

Documentation for Contractors

The result is a set of documents that can be handed to construction teams, joiners and suppliers as clear instructions for implementing the design.

Interior architect at work — ArtCore Design

How Does Collaboration with an Interior Architect Work?

Every project is developed in stages — from the initial discussion of needs to complete technical documentation. This ensures that design decisions are made in the right order and that both the client and contractors receive a clearly defined scope of work.

01

Brief and Needs Analysis

The first meeting is a conversation about how the client lives, what matters to them and what they expect from the space. These observations become the foundation of the project.

02

Spatial Concept

We develop the functional layout, aesthetic direction and material palette. This is the stage at which the client’s vision begins to take a concrete form.

03

Executive Design

Complete technical documentation covers fixed elements, finishes, installations and details. It allows the construction team to implement the project without guesswork or arbitrary interpretation.

04

Author’s Supervision and Implementation Consultations

This is an additional service available in person or remotely. It helps resolve questions during implementation and keeps the work consistent with the documentation.

A detailed description of every stage is available on our interior design services page.

Design Directions

Style is a tool, not a goal. The foundation of every project is proportion, light, function and the careful selection of materials. Depending on the character of the property, the studio works across a range of aesthetic directions.

Luxury Interiors

Houses, residences and apartments defined by premium materials, refined composition and a coherent approach to implementation.

Modern Classic

Classical proportions, understated elegance and the functionality required for contemporary living.

Classical Interiors

Architectural detail, noble materials and composition rooted in tradition.

Art Déco

Geometry, contrast and a richness of materials — decorative expression balanced by compositional discipline.

Glamour

Sheen, softness and refined finishing details used as part of a deliberate interior composition.

Old Money

Elegance, quality materials and no need to demonstrate status.

Interior Architect — Frequently Asked Questions

Questions that most often arise before a collaboration begins.

The best time is during the architectural design stage of a house or while an apartment is still in developer condition. Involving an interior architect early makes it easier to plan the functional layout, installations, fixed joinery, recesses and details that may later be difficult or costly to change.

No. The architect’s role is to organise and develop the client’s vision, not replace it. The design emerges through dialogue — the first meeting focuses on lifestyle, needs and expectations for the space rather than selecting a ready-made style from a catalogue.

No. The studio works on projects throughout Poland and internationally. Precise technical documentation ensures a consistently high standard regardless of the property’s location. Author’s supervision and implementation consultations can be provided in person or remotely, within an individually agreed scope.

The cost depends on the floor area, scope of documentation, complexity of the property, number of rooms, level of detail and the support required during implementation. We do not list fixed rates on this page; the factors influencing the fee are explained on our interior design services page.

In Poland, the titles of interior architect, interior designer and decorator are not regulated in the same way as construction professions. In practice, the distinction lies in education, experience and the scope of work delivered. At ArtCore Design, a project covers not only aesthetics but also the functional layout, technical documentation, installation schematics, fixed joinery and materials.

Technical documentation is a complete set of drawings and specifications that enables the construction team to implement the project without guesswork. It includes floor plans, wall elevations, detailed bathroom and kitchen layouts, fixed joinery designs, electrical and plumbing schematics, and schedules of materials and equipment.

Let’s Discuss Your Project

Briefly describe your property: its type, floor area, location, current stage and intended schedule. We will respond with information about the possible scope of collaboration.