This is only a fraction of what we have been involved in. We take extra care on every project and we try to make every decision beneficial for everyone. Throughout our projects we are not only involved in preservation of historic buildings, but also we try to rise awareness of the historical importance of such sites.
The palace in Pilica, sometimes referred to as castle, has as colourful history as its owners had. It all started around year 1569 when Padniewscy of Nowina coat of arms took over the fortified estate from the Pilecki family.
As our director Richard Berkeley-Dennis states that: I found Pilica by chance about seven years ago. I couldn’t believe my eyes as I walked up the steep hill to the house, flanked by the quadruple avenue of trees which line the drive. How could a house of this magnificence and importance be deserted? But as I drew close, I began to have my doubts. Was it a 19th century fake renaissance palace, the fantasy of some self-made industrialist or the real thing? I simply couldn’t decide. It took Dominik to educate me. As it turned out it is everything, I thought it was, and more. Much more.
Sobieszyn is a lovely house. It could have many uses. Whatever it could be it won’t be unless someone does something very soon to preserve it. This is why we have decided to take the necessary steps in order to protect it from further decaying. We will keep you updated, but in the mean time please check out our social feed. The restoration of the palace would not be possible without the unending support and help from the volunteers.
The focus of the restoration currently looks towards the interior of the palace, through an extensive project to restore the ground floor and create an architectural installation. We are currently preparing the project and it is scheduled to launch through winter 2020 and main launch in spring 2021.
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve conditions. Your generous donation will fund our mission.
