Rawlplug’s products in one of the most beautiful museums in the world!

In addition to the exhibition section and areas used for the storage and conservation of works of art, the complex also holds spaces intended for culture. There is a concert hall with 600 seats, a room for film screenings and theatre performances, a library, as well as conference and education rooms. The building roof features a terrace offering a view of the panorama of Warsaw.

Historical metaphor in a monolithic body

The WXCA architecture studio, where the design was prepared, has conceived the building as a multifunctional public utility venue. The facade of the Polish History Museum has been lined with grey marble panels of diversified pattern. The architects decided to use marble because every slab is different and unique. It was envisaged as a reference to history, which naturally consists of unique and individual events. 

WXCA is a valued Polish architecture studio, designing to emphasise the elegance of form and a harmonious combination of modernity with respect for tradition and history. The architects specialise in the development of complex public and commercial projects, including the design of the Polish pavilion at Expo 2020 in Dubai.

An important element of the construction of the Polish History Museum are the reliefs placed on the building’s stone facade – a reference to the most important symbols in the tradition of Polish architecture. They are reminiscent of such pieces as the Gniezno Doors, the Wawel Royal Castle, the Sigismund Chapel, Gothic diamond vaults (including in St. Mary’s Basilica in Gdańsk), or even works of modernism (the Spodek Hall in Katowice).

The Polish History Museum in Warsaw has been recognised as one of the Most Beautiful Museums in the World in this year’s edition of the Prix Versailles in Paris! The Prix Versailles is a prestigious architecture event held under the patronage of UNESCO, and this year’s 10th jubilee edition saw the award awarded for the first time under a new category – museums. 

Products used during construction 

Numerous different materials and products were used during the construction work, which played a key role in the success of the project. The thermal upgrading process included installation of 61 thousand pieces of the MBA-SS-08250 metal facade fixings and 24 thousand pieces of the MBA-SS-08140 metal facade fixings. Additionally, 85 thousand pieces of the MKC-SS-85 retaining plates were used during the construction. 

The MBA-SS-08250 and MBA-SS-08140 metal facade fixings are high-quality products designed for the installation of facade thermal insulation panels. Made of durable metal, the R-MBA non-flammable hammer-in fixings provide solid mounting and long-lasting strength. The special design of the pins enables quick and easy installation, minimising the risk of surface damage. The MBA fixings are corrosion resistant, making them ideal for outdoor applications. Thanks to their versatility, they are suitable for installation on various substrates, such as concrete, brick or hollow blocks.

Rawlplug's MKC-SS-85 metal retaining plates are fixing accessories designed for robust installation of insulating materials. Made of stainless steel, the non-flammable plates are characterised by exceptional strength and corrosion resistance, which guarantees their long service life under difficult weather conditions. The special design of the plates ensures even distribution of clamping forces, minimising the risk of damage to the fixture material. Thanks to their versatility, the MKC-SS-85 plates can be used with different types of plugs, which increases their versatility in construction applications. 

Investment details:

Designer:

• WXCA sp. z. o. o. architecture studio

Investor:

• Polish History Museum
• General contractor:
• Budimex S.A.

Products:

• MBA-SS-08250 – 61,000 pcs. 
• MBA-SS-08140 – 24,000 pcs.
• MKC-SS-85 – 85,000 pcs.