Phileas office

Posted on: March 22nd, 2023

It has been a great journey we took with Phileas The Austrian Office for Contemporary Art to create the interior for the new wonderful space at Opernring 17, which will be their office and public exhibition space, including the library for the artist books and a flexible office furniture concept to allow quick change of settings from working space to public event space.

Photos by Jamie McGregor Smith

MAK exhibition Werkstätte Hagenauer

Posted on: March 22nd, 2022

POLKA created the exhibition design and graphic design of the in-depth overview of the works and archive of Werkstätte Hagenauer. Exhibition from 16.11.2022-3.9.2023. Inspired by the vast treasure of the archive in the storage we show an installation of the storage draws, which invite to discover, learn and love the little objects.

Breadbasket | Polka

Posted on: November 11th, 2021

The simple napkin, which so often sits quietly under the bread or lies on top to keep it warm, here becomes the basket itself.

A thin sheet of wire mesh is enclosed within a removable cotton cover, to be shaped according to the amount of bread it must hold.

KÖCK café

Posted on: May 22nd, 2021

In the entrance of the supermarket we planned a welcoming little coffee bar in the tradition of an Italian bar, where you can enjoy a quick coffee and a chat  when doing your shopping in the village.

KÖCK shop

Posted on: April 22nd, 2021

Design concept and realisation of the interior of a two-store fashion shop, celebrating the culture of traditional Austrian clothing as well as reflecting modern fashion.

The colour concept and design details were inspired by the vivid colour range of the Austrian ‘Dirndl’ dresses and a modern approach to cherishing heritage.

Leopoldinentempel

Posted on: March 22nd, 2021

The charming temple at a small lake in a park next to Schloss Eisenstadt is made suitable for events like weddings or other celebrations with the furniture that blends in the colours scheme of the historic ambiente.

Schloss Lackenbach Guesthouse ‘Oberjäger’ | Expansion

Posted on: July 11th, 2020

After the successful opening of Guesthouse ‘Oberjäger’ in 2018, POLKA was once again invited to do the interior design for a series of guest bedrooms and a large breakfast salon located in the historical part of the castle. The interior concept is an eclectic mix of contemporary design and antique furniture from the Esterhazy family collection.

Public Bench | City of Vienna

Posted on: July 10th, 2020

POLKA was among four design studios invited by the City of Vienna to design a bench for use in public parks and streets. In a time of social distancing, it should allow the simple but important act of meeting up with a friend to continue in a safe manner. Two one-seater benches are connected by a table, which  at the same time serves to ensure a distance of one metre between each person. The benches are positioned at an angle for creating a friendly, communicative situation.

Schloss Lackenbach Guesthouse ‘Oberjäger’

Posted on: June 8th, 2018

The former ‘Försterstöckl’ of Schloss Lackenbach was to be transformed into a guesthouse. POLKA took the inspiration for this interior project from the surrounding environment and the history of the building itself. Traces of different colours and structures of wall paints of the last decades were kept and restored. They were points of reference to develop an elegant and defined colour concept for the rooms. An eclectic mix of historical and contemporary elements create a cosy atmosphere, which is highlighted by restored furniture from the Esterhazy collection. Each of the six rooms is individually designed and themed around botanical specimen or wildlife found around the estate. The big communal salon with its open kitchen invites the guests to cook and enjoy together the tranquility and energy of this special place.

 

Branding Products | Hotel Altstadt

Posted on: May 6th, 2017

POLKA developed a series of branding products for Hotel Altstadt Vienna, including keyrings and a guidance system through the various floors in this labyrinthine house.

 

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Porcelain Tea Set | Demmer

Posted on: April 19th, 2017

The Demmer Tea Set is a porcelain 12-part tableware collection for the catering and hospitality sector. Its 12 pieces offer a variety of combinations to present and enjoy the range of high quality teas produced by Demmers Teehaus.

DEMMERS TEA SALON

Posted on: October 18th, 2016

Installation, 2016

Vienna Design Week,

 

Teatime with Alice in Wonderland: In the setting of the tea salon installation design by POLKA, the teabrand DEMMERS TEAHOUSE presents the new gastro porcelain collection designed by POLKA. Served in the fine pieces from the design studio, visitors of the VIENNA DESIGN WEEK are also invited during an aromatic afternoon tea to test the multifaceted services, usable in an amazing variety of combinations.

Photos: C Vienna Design Week – Kollektiv Fischka – Marcell Nimfuehr