Barbara Kowalewska

Dr. hab. Barbara Kowalewska is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Interior Design, Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw, where she has led the Studio of Exhibition Design since 2016. She previously served as Deputy Dean for part-time programs (2014/15) and full-time programs (2016–2020). Her expertise lies in exhibition and interior design, with notable projects including museum exhibitions, fair stands, and cultural heritage spaces.

• Education: MFA (1995), Dr hab. (2015)

Her work spans collaborations with institutions such as the Museum of King Jan III's Palace in Wilanów, the Royal Castle in Warsaw, and the National Institute of Polish Cultural Heritage Abroad (POLONIKA). Key projects include exhibitions on SK Potocki, Polish Vasas, and Armenian cultural heritage. She also designed the Senate Hall for the Medical University of Warsaw (2013).

Her research emphasizes innovative exhibition design techniques and cultural preservation. Recent projects (2019–2024) include temporary exhibitions at the Royal Castle and the Wilanów Palace, reflecting her focus on blending historical narratives with contemporary design.

• Awards: Second Prize at Expo 2005 for Polish Pavilion Design

Her advisory and grant activities are not explicitly detailed, but her extensive collaborations suggest involvement in institutional projects. She actively contributes to POLONIKA’s exhibitions, promoting Polish cultural heritage abroad.