The Bridge Tower

2019-2025

The Bridge Tower in Warsaw, designed by UNS for Ghelamco in collaboration with Projekt Polsko-Belgijska Pracownia Architektury, redefines the relationship between historic preservation and contemporary architecture. This 174-metre-tall office tower, offering 47,000 m2 of space, connects seamlessly to the historic Bellona building, a former printing house and protected monument. The project integrates the past and future through a shared lobby that serves as the main entrance for both buildings, creating a unique architectural dialogue.

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The Bellona building has been revitalised to house office and service functions while preserving its historic exterior. Inside, a new staircase, panoramic elevator, and internal atrium breathe modern functionality into the monument, with a restored printing machine from the Polish People's Republic on display. The 18-metre-high glazed lobby, connecting the Bellona building to the tower, is a luminous space designed to blend industrial elements like graphite-toned concrete columns with warmth and greenery, including wooden panels and green walls. Wide, multifunctional stairs and a mezzanine enhance the lobby’s role as a vibrant communal space.

The Bridge Tower is a benchmark for sustainable urban development, powered entirely by clean energy and equipped with advanced systems to optimise energy and water use. It is the first commercial property in Central and Eastern Europe to achieve SmartScore and WiredScore certifications, alongside BREEAM, WELL, and Green Building Standard certifications. By combining technological innovation, sustainability, and heritage preservation, The Bridge Tower sets a new standard for future-forward architecture in Warsaw.