Karolina Odkała

Department: Furniture & Spacial design/interior architecture

Origin: Poland

Bio

Karolina Odkała (b.1999, Warsaw, Poland) is an interior architect, designer, and master degree graduate of Spacial design at the KMD University in Bergen, Norway. With a Bachelor's degree in Interior Architecture from the Polish-Japanese Academy of Information Technology in Warsaw, Poland, she likes to bring innovative design approaches to her work. Currently, she delves into the impact of interior environments on human well-being and the intricate relationship between architecture and societal issues. She believes in designing spaces that are not only functional but also contribute positively to the world. Constantly evolving creatively, she thrives on exploring new methods and tools, always seeking for new ways to develop her skills. Her passion for art and architectural history intertwines with her love for Scandinavian design and aesthetics, while her curiosity extends to biology and other sciences, often serving as sources of inspiration.  

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Community Building: Fighting Social Injustice

The project aims to create a community center combatting social injustice in Gdańsk, Poland. Inspired by the Norwegian library model, it seeks to create a space promoting cultural engagement, creative activities, and individual development. It tries to answer a question: How can we influence social capital and cultural education with well-designed community centers? The focus areas are a creative workshop space and a co-working area with a library. Research findings on spatial design’s impact on well-being and the historical context of community centers in Poland were implemented, aiming for a positive social change.

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