Lost Shtetl Šeduva
Project
Interior design of the Lost Shtetl Museum in Šeduva, Lithuania, in collaboration with Lahdelma Mahlamäki Architects, Ecas AG, Studija 2a and Baltijos Plienas
Services
Various complex carpentry works: exhibition units, benches, slatted and wall panelling, doors, technical installations and furniture
Materials
The ceiling and wall panelling as well as the furniture were made of Siberian larch.
The museum offers a modern interpretation of the traditional shtetl (Jewish housing) that once formed the life of Eastern European Jewish communities. The architecture reflects the characteristic gabled roofs and structures of historic villages, while also incorporating contemporary design principles. Genuine historical components such as doors and stained glass windows lend a special depth and evoke memories of times gone by.
In this innovative concept, each house within the museum is assigned a specific function.
The exterior façade of the buildings is clad with metal tiles reminiscent of the classic wooden shingles used on shtetl houses. This choice of material not only conveys a nostalgic connection to the past, but also ensures durability and resilience.
Benches have also been installed in the museum park – surrounded by birch trees and flowering meadows – inviting visitors to linger and relax.
9000 hours
Was spent on planning and coordination.
40 m3
Solid Siberian larch wood was used.
30'000 m
Wood was needed for the slats.
This project highlights what we do best: delivering bespoke, high-quality solutions that combine state-of-the-art materials with expressive design.
Various pieces of furniture for the museum were manufactured by us and assembled on site according to the specifications of the client and Finnish architect Rainer Mahlamäki.
„A blend of modest and traditional architecture creates space for an impressive narrative of the history of Šeduva.“
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