Maja Kurantowicz Portfolio

portfolio maja kurantowicz selected works 2024 | Catford Decision Baths

- Second year MArch

2023 | Oxford Street Leisure Temple

- First Year MArch

2024 | Redevelopment

- Work at Arthurell + Kirkland Architects

2023 | Regency House

- Work at Arthurell + Kirkland Architects

2022 | Church Presbytery

- Work at Arthurell + Kirkland Architects

2021 | Edwardian House

- Work at Arthurell + Kirkland Architects

2022 | Depot and Offices

- Work at Arthurell + Kirkland Architects

2024 | Flats Conversion

- Work at Arthurell + Kirkland Architects

Maja Kurantowicz Portfolio Second Year MArch Architecture Project University of Westminster - Design Studio 15

catford community decision baths

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Maja Kurantowicz Portfolio My final year project started with creating unique alphabets, components, and paintings through chance operations, forming an aesthetic language for my building. Collaborating as a team, we envisioned an eco-utopian society, shaping our master planning proposal for Catford.

Engagement with the Catford Against Social Cleansing group highlighted the displacement of long-term residents due to unaffordable developments and the lack of community consultation.

The Catford Community Decision Baths, inspired by Finnish Saunas and Ancient Roman Baths, combines a modern parliament building with a communal bathhouse. It aims to reform the decision-making process by ensuring every community voice is heard and abolishing local government hierarchy.

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Communal showers and changing rooms

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Maja Kurantowicz Portfolio The drawing below depicts the Catford community debating and casting their votes stood and seated at the debate screen, which overlooks the atrium and central bath.

debate screen

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Maja Kurantowicz Portfolio The drawing below depicts the new Catford Decision Square, designed to replace the busy, polluting four-lane road, which was rerouted to improve traffic and connectivity. This central cultural hub is surrounded by the existing Broadway Theatre, historical pub, and Laurence House Library. The square features a debate pit, outdoor seating, Morris columns, vote stands, and chance operation objects.

decision square

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Maja Kurantowicz Portfolio PROPOSED SOUTH ELEVATION

LAURENCE HOUSE LIBRARY

DECISION BATHS

SUN TERRACE

CATFORD MAKER’S PALACE

PAINTING COMPOSITION

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urban vision for catford centre

URBAN VISION FOR CATFORD CENTRE

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Maja Kurantowicz Portfolio To reform Catford’s decision-making system, I divided it into seven types, recognizing that not all decisions suit the same process. When an issue arises, the appropriate process is determined through a series of questions. Each process has a designated space within the Decision Baths building, the Decision Square, or surrounding multi-purpose public buildings.

PROPOSED GROUND FLOOR PLAN

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Maja Kurantowicz Portfolio The building is made of reinforced rammed earth blocks, internally supported by a timber frame that holds the floors. These blocks, strong in compression, support timber trusses for the roof and the partly suspended debate screen, which also rests on timber columns.

The atrium layout enables passive stack ventilation.

South-facing PV panels generate energy, while rainwater is collected via gutters and stored in internal tanks. Treated water is used in baths, laundry rooms, and bathrooms, with greywater recycled for toilets.

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A pumped hydro-energy storage system generates electricity by moving water between upper and lower tanks, powered by PV panels during the day.

Ground source heat pumps use temperature changes to heat bath water and distribute it into the pool.

Maja Kurantowicz Portfolio DISMEMBERED WORM’S EYE VIEW

DEBATE SCREEN COMPONENTS ASSEMBLY 11

Maja Kurantowicz Portfolio First Year MArch Architecture Project University of Westminster - Design Studio 15

oxford street leisure temple

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Maja Kurantowicz Portfolio I designed an eco-utopian society and a masterplan for Oxford Street, converting the Selfridges building into a Leisure Temple and Knowledge Palace. The project features a promenade theatre, communal kitchen, bathhouse, public house, exhibition spaces, animal cruelty museum, workshops, and performing studios.

I divided the large building into two blocks and added courtyards to enhance natural light and ventilation, reducing energy use. Prioritizing reuse, I retained much of the existing structure and fabric, recycling removed elements.

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Maja Kurantowicz Portfolio The Promenade Theatre is a dynamic performance space where the audience moves around to follow the action, creating an immersive and interactive experience. This is a multipurpose space used not only for theatre but also for exhibitions, performances, and other community events.

promenade theatre

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A courtyard was carved in the existing building, and the windows and exterior no-bearing wall were removed to make this an open-air space. The remaining existing steel and exterior ionic columns were preserved, and the removed steel frame and windows were reused in other parts of the building.

Maja Kurantowicz Portfolio GROUND FLOOR PLAN

FIRST FLOOR PLAN

SECTIONAL PERSPECTIVE OF LEISURE TEMPLE

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SECOND FLOOR PLAN

Maja Kurantowicz Portfolio Arthurell + Kirkland Architects

redevelopment For a private client in Epsom, this project involved a redevelopment of a large residential site within a conservation area. The redevelopment consisted of converting the existing house into six apartments, designing two new semi detached houses, and redesigning the landscape into private and communal gardens and parking. I was involved in RIBA stages 1 to 3, coming up with concept designs, communicating with the client, preparing drawings , visuals and models, and finally submitting the pre-application.

EXISTING HOUSE

NEW HOUSE

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NEW HOUSE

Maja Kurantowicz Portfolio GROUND FLOOR HERITAGE SIGNIFICANCE DIAGRAM

Arthurell + Kirkland Architects

regency house The project involved the refurbishment and extension of a stucco-fronted, mid19th-century, listed house in Paddington, London. This five-story GeorgianRegency property was transformed for a private client, with my role spanning RIBA Stages 1 to 4. I actively participated in regular site visits and maintained close communication with both the client and consultants. My responsibilities included preparing and submitting the planning and heritage application, as well as producing comprehensive project documentation such as detailed drawings, models, visuals, structural details, and the heritage statement.

High heritage significance: external enevelope and principal features Medium heritage significance: line of original layout/plan or structure Low heritage significance: modern fit out, fittings modern layout

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LOWER GROUND FLOOR HERITAGE SIGNIFICANCE DIAGRAM

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N STATIO

NS TRAI

ST ALBA

Arthurell + Kirkland Architects

POSSIBLE FURTHER ACCOMMODATION UNDER EXISTING BUILDING

POSSIBLE ADDITIONAL STORAGE

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27

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church presbytery

MEETING ROOM

WC

CYCLE PARKING

For the redevelopment of a St Albans church, presbytery, and site, I was heavily involved from the initial design phase to the final proposal. I produced concept designs and drawings alongside the head architect, including a site masterplan and layout plans for proposed flats. I created SketchUp models of existing and proposed designs, which I used to draw basic concept visuals. My research covered previous planning applications, parking policies, and site context.

I communicated with the client, prepared necessary documents, and attended site visits to present and discuss our initial ideas for the project. I was involved in RIBA stages 1 to 3.

WC & BOILER ROOM

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ENTRANCE

24

INTERNAL ALTERATIONS TO FORM PART OF FURTHER DISCUSSIONS

23 22

9 8

19 21

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7

18

CAR PARKING

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5 4

15 3 STOREY RESIDENTIAL BUILDING OF: 3 X 1-BEDROOM AND 3 X 2-BEDROOM FLATS

OFFICE BUILDING

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3

14

2

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NARTHEX 12 DISABLED PARKING 1

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24 HR PRAYER ROOM

PIAZZA AND ENTRANCE TO CHURCH

2400

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PROPOSED SITE PLAN AND VISUAL

BEACONSFIELD ROAD

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Scale - Metres Drawing title: This drawing is the property of Arthurell and Kirkland.

Copyright is reserved by them and this drawing is issued on the condition that it is not copied, reproduced, retained or disclosed to any unauthorised person, either wholly or in part without the consent in writing of Arthurell and Kirkland. Figured dimensions are only to be taken from this drawing.

All dimensions to be checked on site before any work is put in hand. If in doubt please ask.

PROPOSED SITE PLAN ARCHITECTS

ARTHURELL+KIRKLAND LLP

19 Wharfdale Road Kings Cross London N1 9SB

Tel : 020 7833 9484 Fax: 020 7833 9440 Email: info@arthurellandkirkland.com Web : www.arthurellandkirkland.com

Project:

ST ALBAN & ST STEPHEN CATHOLIC CHURCH 14 BEACONSFIELD ROAD ST ALBANS AL1 3RB

Drawn:

Date:

A2 @ 1.200

MK

22.11.21

Job no:

Drawing no:

Revision:

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01

-

Scale:

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Edwardian house

RWP

RWP

4 3 2 1

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For a private client in North London, this project involved refurbishing and extending a threestory Edwardian house, along with landscaping. Using a Minor Works Contract, the design team included a project architect, myself, and an interior designer. I was involved in RIBA stages 3 to 5, attending site visits, and preparing construction drawings, contract valuations, building manuals, and snagging documents.

3 2 1

NO. 38

NO. 40

NO. 42

PROPOSED GROUND FLOOR PLAN

DN

PROPOSED GROUND FLOOR PLAN

WC

A UP

NO. 40

3 2 1

RWP

4

1

UP 2

DOWN

4

HALL

3

UP

KITCHEN

UP

UP

A

DINING LIVING 2

LIVING 1

NO. 38

RWP

UP

TERRACE

PROPOSED SECTION AA

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Maja Kurantowicz Portfolio Arthurell + Kirkland Architects

depot and offices For a national cabling and communications company, I have worked on a number of projects around England, such as in Ashford, St Helens, and Bristol, to deliver regional depots with warehouses, training, and office spaces. Using a construction management procurement route, I collaborated with the client’s in-house building department and several consultants.

The projects involved developing a main regional depot to deliver digital, engineering, technical, and logistical services for various industries. I prepared masterplans, architectural drawings, and planning application documents, participating in RIBA stages 2 to 5.

STORAGE

FIBRE TRAINING ROOM

MALE WC

DISABLED WC

EXIT DOOR

BREAKOUT & CANTEEN AREA

proposed section, elevations, and site plan Drawing title: This drawing is the property of Arthurell and Kirkland.

Copyright is reserved by them and this drawing is issued on the condition that it is not copied, reproduced, retained or disclosed to any unauthorised person, either wholly or in part without the consent in writing of Arthurell and Kirkland. Figured dimensions are only to be taken from this drawing.

All dimensions to be checked on site before any work is put in hand. If in doubt please ask.

PROPOSED SECTION AA

THIS DRAWING TO BE READ IN CONJUNCTION WITH ENGINEERS DETAILS ARCHITECTS

ARTHURELL+KIRKLAND LLP

19 Wharfdale Road Kings Cross London N1 9SB

Tel : 020 7833 9484 Fax: 020 7833 9440 Email: info@arthurellandkirkland.com Web : www.arthurellandkirkland.com

Project:

WAREHOUSE 2 ATLAS POINT, ATLAS STREET, ST. HELEN'S, WA9 1LH

Scale:

A3 @1:50

Drawn:

Date:

MK

13.09.21

Drawing no:

Revision:

Job no:

1239

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flats

ROOF TERRACE

4W1

4W2

4W3

4W4

STAIRCASE WITHIN TOP FLAT

KITCHEN 4D2

DOWN

762 4D1 FD30

For a private client in Oxford, this project involved converting and refurbishing a four story terraced office building into three flats. I was involved in RIBA stages 2 to 5, attending site visits, and preparing construction and detail drawings, as well as planning and building control submissions.

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PROPOSED FOURTH FLOOR PLAN

3W3

proposed plans and construction details

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3

4

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5

3W2

ENSUITE 1 BED 1

1

Scale - Metres

BED 2

3D7 686

3W7

3W6

3W5

3W1 3D3 762 FD30

UP TO TOP FLOOR

3D6 686 ENSUITE 2

3D4 762 FD30

3D 76 2 FD 2 30

HALL

5

INCORPORATED WASHER / DRYER

ENSUITE 3

3D9 FD30 686

3D

SINK

3D12 686

6 68 D30 F

3W4

OPEN SHELF BASE UNIT

WC BED 3

SHALLOW CORNER BASE UNIT

3D1 838 FD30s

3D8 686 FD30

UTILITY

UP

FIRE LOBBY

FRIDGE UNDER COUNTER

3D11 762 FD30s

FLAT 3

UP

3D10

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PROPOSED THIRD FLOOR PLAN

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3

2

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5

4

Scale - Metres

1100

PROTECTIVE MESH ON EXISTING RAILINGS SPECIFICATION TO BE AGREED

2W2

ON TOP OF EPDM CLASS A FIRE RESISTANT TILES SINGLE LAYER WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE EPDM

STUDY 2W3

ON TOP OF HARDROCK INSULATION FLAME RETARDANT OSB BOARD 18MM THICK HARDROCK INSULATION BY ROCKWOOL MULTI-FIX DUAL DENSITY A RATED EUROCLASS

BEDROOM

EXISTING ASPHALT +FELT TO REMAIN

2D5

762 FD30

WBP PLY DECKING 22 mm

2W1

EXISTING FLOOR JOISTS NOGGINS

2D3 686 FD30

2D2 686 FD30

LIVING

BEDROOM

UP

2D1 762 FD30s

2D8 838 FD30s

FLAT 2

FIRE LOBBY

2W4

1 LAYER OF 12.5mm GYPROC FIRELINE BOARD 1 LAYER 12.5mm GYPROC FIRELINE DUPLEX (WHICH HAS A VAPOR BARRIER IN IT) + SKIM FINISH

2W7

2W6

2W5

HALL

2D6 762 FD30

KITCHEN

MIN. 100mm MINERAL WOOL (DENSITY 10-33 kg/m3)

FIXED DIRECTLY TO JOISTS ABOVE

2D10 686 FD30

2D4 686 FD30

LANDLORD'S SPACE

2D9 762 FD30

2D7 FD60S 610 UP

BATH UP

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PROPOSED SECOND FLOOR PLAN

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2

3

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5

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Scale - Metres

ON TOP OF EPDM CLASS A FIRE RESISTANT TILES SINGLE LAYER WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE EPDM

REMOVE EXISTING HARDBOARD AND EXISTING FLOOR BOARD AND DE-NAIL JOISTS

ON TOP OF HARDROCK INSULATION FLAME RETARDANT OSB BOARD 18MM THICK HARDROCK INSULATION BY ROCKWOOL MULTI-FIX DUAL DENSITY A RATED EUROCLASS

2100

ALL PLASTERBOARD THROUGHOUT THE PROJECT TO BE BRITISH GYPSUM OR KINGSPAN (FOR THE INSULATED PLASTERBOARD)

EXISTING ASPHALT +FELT TO REMAIN WBP PLY DECKING 22 mm EXISTING FLOOR JOISTS NOGGINS MIN. 100mm MINERAL WOOL (DENSITY 10-33 kg/m3)

60

1W2

BUILD UP 75 mm

1W3

85

STUDY

BRICK WALL

BEDROOM

1D5 762 FD30

1D6 686 FD30

1W1

MVHR

HALL

HALL

12.5mm PLYWOOD 15mm MOISTURE RESISTANT SOUNDBLOCK

UTILITY ROOM

FLAT 1

1D1 762 FD30s

UP

1D7 FD60S 610

UP

ELECTRICAL CUPBOARD

F/F

1W4

NEW 100mm TIMBER OR METAL STUDWORK

THIRD FLOOR FLAT

2500 FROM FFL

25mm MINERAL WOOL IN VOID (MIN. DENSITY 10kg/m3)

2250 FROM FFL

15mm FIRELINE BOARD

2,000 EXISTING

2200

60 min FIRE RESISTANCE TO ROOM ABOVE 2 LAYERS OF 15 mm FIRELINE BOARD

FIRE LOBBY

1D3 686 FD30

LIVING

30 MIN FIRE RESISTANCE

1W6

1W5

1D2 838 FD30s

1D4 762 FD30

KITCHEN

VENT TO BEDROOM

MVHR DUCTWORK

1D9 686 FD30

BATHROOM 1D8 762

1 LAYER OF 12.5mm GYPROC FIRELINE BOARD 1 LAYER 12.5mm GYPROC FIRELINE DUPLEX (WHICH HAS A VAPOR BARRIER IN IT)

UP UP

FIXED DIRECTLY TO JOISTS ABOVE

ISOLATED ACOUSTIC HANGERS FIXED TO JOISTS GYPCEILING MF SUSPENDED CEILING 1 LAYER 12.5 mm FOIL BACKED GYPROC PLASTERBOARD + SKIM FINISH

PROPOSED FIRST FLOOR PLAN

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1

2

3

4

5

N

Scale - Metres

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