Three historic buildings of the former Sugar Factory will house eight apartments after renovation . The courtyard of the Sugar Factory will become a green enclave, with lush vegetation and paved alleys. The buildings will retain their historic character, and the interiors will become brighter thanks to the superstructure and new windows. Parking spaces will be hidden under the courtyard so as not to disturb the historic appearance of the property.
Franciszek Anczewski, one of the most important figures in the history of the capital’s confectionery industry, played a key role in the transformation of Nowa Praga. He moved his Sugar Factory from the center of Warsaw to the right bank of the river, located on a street that was renamed 11 Listopada in 1921. He started his business in 1865, and at the time, Anczewski’s brand alluded in quality to such renowned companies as Blikle and Wedel.
In the early 20th century, a one-story factory building was built of brick, which referred to the Industrial Gothic with its design and architectural detailing. Subsequent expansions brought additional investments, including the erection of a bakery with an ornamental chimney and the expansion of the building with a new wing and a basement outbuilding.
