HOTEL KATOWICE
Hotel Katowice is a true symbol of the city and one of the most recognizable buildings in the region. We carried out a complete reconstruction of the iconic neon installed on the hotel’s rooftop, recreating the entire installation at a 1:1 scale. The result is one of the largest neon projects in Poland — spatial letters of impressive dimensions, made from hand-shaped neon glass. We took care of every stage: the structure, insulation of the installation, and professional high-altitude assembly. The outcome is a renewed and distinctive piece of signage, visible from a great distance both day and night — a symbol that has once again become an important part of Katowice’s skyline.
Patricia
ORIGINAL NEON FRAGMENT
The image shows a deteriorated fragment of the historic Hotel Katowice neon — cracked glass, corroded metal sheets, and a structure damaged by the passage of time. Its condition clearly indicated the need for a complete reconstruction. This fragment became the starting point for creating a new, durable, and visually striking version of the iconic neon.
PAINTING THE NEW NEON
Painting the letters required exceptional precision — the elements were very large and needed to be fully protected before the paint was applied. In the paint workshop, a double coating was applied in the original, digitally selected shade of blue, ensuring color durability and full resistance to weather conditions.
Peter
INSTALLATION OF THE ICONIC NEON
The reconstruction required reinforcing the structure, fully insulating the installation, and precisely crafting the glass by an experienced neon glass master. The finished letters were equipped with dedicated mounting systems, allowing for safe installation using a long-reach crane. The entire “Hotel Katowice” sign was perfectly leveled, securely fixed, and prepared to withstand demanding weather conditions, ensuring durability for many years.
PROJECT PRESENTATION
The video shows the entire project in a dynamic, condensed form — from the initial structural works to the final installation of the neon on the hotel’s rooftop. It captures the essence of the process that brought back one of Katowice’s most recognizable symbols. A few seconds that reflect the effort of many people and the moment when the iconic sign once again illuminated the city skyline.