About Scandi

About us

With over 10 years of experience in large residential development projects, Scandinavian sauna constructions, villas, apartments and vacation houses across Switzerland, Finland, Germany, and Poland, I am an architect who blends versatility and innovation. My passion lies in crafting inspiring living spaces that harmonize aesthetics, functionality, and individuality.

My team and I prioritize creative solutions and close collaboration with our clients to bring their visions to life. We strive for timeless architecture through innovative designs and sustainable building practices.

Let's work together to create exceptional spaces that exceed your expectations and reflect your lifestyle.

Joanna Kruth-Brodowska

Dipl. Ing. Architektin LUH, creating since 2011 from Zurich, Switzerland.

2023 Managing Partner, SCANDI Architektur GmbH

2021-2023 Project Manager at SPPA Architekten, Zürich

Comprehensive refurbishment and redesign of multi-level offices for an international law firm.

2016-2023 Freelancer, Zürich

Renovation of an apartment in Warsaw, Poland

Interior design of a single-family house in Poznań, Poland

Extension and renovation of a summer house in Naantali, Finland

Remodeling of a summer house in Naantali, Finland

Terrace expansion + sauna chalet in Uri, Switzerland

Extension and renovation of a sauna in Naantali, Finland

Interior design of a law office in Poznań, Poland

2016-2019 Project Manager and Architect at Itten+Brechbühl, Zurich

Architectural and design project management for Bülachguss construction area 1, conversion, and renovation.

Collaboration and coordination of various competitions and studies, from commercial and residential construction to education and urban planning.

2014-2015 Architect and Urban Planner at KCAP, Zurich

Urban and architectural development to detailed planning for the Aeschbach Quertier project in Aarau

Contribution and coordination of various urban design competitions, including:

Friedberg in Frankfurt am Main - 1st prize

Riverside Development Area in Zuchwil - 1st prize

2012 Diploma Thesis in Zurich, Dipl.-Ing. Architect LUH

Transformation of the industrial area Herden Areal / Migros into a vibrant urban organism in the interplay of work, living, and leisure. Zurich West, Switzerland

2011-2013 Architect at Züst Gübeli Gambetti - Z2G, Zurich

Collaboration and coordination of various studies and competitions, including the:

Design competition for Wohnpark Chilchächer in Oberwil-Lieli - 1st prize

Urban design competition for Seewies in Güttingen - 1st prize

2010 Architecture Internship at mm architekten, Hannover

Collaboration in international competitions for the Museum of the Second World War, Gdańsk

Involvement in several projects in the stages of design, construction and detail planning.

2008-2012 Leibniz University Hannover
2005-2008 Poznan University of Technology