Factories. Victoria Charles

2000, plans to transform the factory complex into a supermall commenced, and Manufaktura opened in 2006. In order to adhere to the original style, most of the buildings are constructed with the restored red brick. It was quite an extensive project: the complex measures more than 90,000 square metres. Currently, Manufaktura hosts a mall, a fine foods and exports grocery, a factory museum, a local history museum, an Imax theatre, an aquarium, a science centre, a nightclub and even a hotel. Manufaktura has helped to revitalise Łódź’ economy, and despite the current global economic recession, Poland has experienced more economic growth than any other country in the European Union.

      Carlsberg Brewery, Copenhagen, Denmark.

      The headquarters of the Carlsberg Brewery, are located in Copenhagen, Denmark. Founded by J. C. Jacobsen in 1847, today the brewery ranks as one of the world’s largest. The Carlsberg Laboratory, which includes a Chemistry and Physiology department, deals with scientific problems related to brewing. The company has two other breweries in addition to their impressive headquarters, both located in China.

      Façade of an old factory building.

      West side of Andel’s Hotel, Łódź, Poland.

      In Łódź, part of the former mill, founded by 19^th-century textile magnate Izrael Poznanski, was converted into a four-star hotel, Andel’s Hotel. In addition to the red brick façade, the original cast iron gate with its clock, formerly the main entrance to the factory and today one of the city’s most important landmarks, has been preserved as well. The former textile complex was larger than the modern-day hotel and currently houses the commercial and entertainment centre known as Manufaktura (pictured). Thanks to the work of British architects from the firm Jesitco + Whiles, the building features an interesting blend of styles, with modern design complimenting the authenticity of the original location. The hotel has a glass-domed swimming pool on the roof that offers a great view of the city of Łódź.

      Chocolate factory, Moscow, Russia.

      White factory reflected in water.

      Old factory, Nuremberg, Germany.

      Old plant from the 19^th century, St. Petersburg, Russia.

      Old factory chimney.

      Old factory renovated, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.