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Built in the 19th
century. Reimagined

for the 21st

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Industrial Building

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Hanzas Street 18 — Rūpniecības Street 30
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Signature House by Wolfschmidt is a rare industrial building overlooking the Viesturdarzs park, carefully restored and reinterpreted for contemporary living.

  • 89apartments

  • 24parking spaces

  • 7000total area (m²)

  • 3commercial premises

With more than a century of history behind it, the house preserves its original character and architectural integrity while offeringa thoughtful, modern residential environment in Riga.
Once a place of production and innovation
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Once a place of production and innovation
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Today—a place to live
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Signature House transforms a historic industrial complex at the corner of Hanzas and Rūpniecības Streets into a contemporary residential and mixed-use building.

Located within Riga’s UNESCO-protected Historic Centre, the project carefully preserves the original brick façades, proportions, and urban rhythm. At the same time, it introduces modern materials, efficient engineering solutions, and thoughtfully designed apartments adapted to today’s way of living.

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The concept “Dialogue of Times” reflects the meeting of two eras—19th-century industrial heritage and modern residential comfort. Rather than contrasting old and new, the project allows them to coexist: historic structure and contemporary architecture form a unified, balanced whole.
Its direct relationship with Viesturdārzs Park extends this dialogue beyond the building itself. The former industrial structure now opens towards greenery and public space, creating a balance between historic architecture and everyday living.

The spirit of entrepreneurship,
and forward movement

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1837
Wolfschmidt family
Industrialist Adolf Albert Leopold Wolfschmidt arrives in Riga.
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1847
Riga Black Balsam
Wolfschmidt establishes a spirits distillery at 32 Peldu Street and acquires rights to produce Riga Black Balsam.
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1860s
New Factory
He expands production near Ganību Dam. New factory construction begins, designed by Rudolf Winkler and later continued by Karl Felsko and Wilhelm Bockslaff.
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1945
Riga Yeast Factory
Building becomes Riga Yeast Factory.
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1953
Rosme
Site is taken over by Rosme lingerie manufacturer.
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1965
Growth
Property reaches its current size of 6,781 m².
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2008
Industrial Heritage
Riga Yeast Factory closes; buildings preserved as industrial heritage.
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2025
Signature House
Acquired by One Development and prepared for transformation into Signature House.
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Built in the 19th century.
Reimagined for the 21st

The historic building features red-brick façades, tall arched windows, and decorative details from its industrial past—giving the home a sense of character and authenticity.

Mid-20th-century additions add clean lines, large windows, and open proportions, creating bright, functional spaces.

The original layout is preserved, keeping the building’s familiar rhythm, while modern materials—warm plaster, natural stone, and textured surfaces—bring old and new together.

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Mid-20th-century additions add clean lines, large windows, and open proportions, creating bright, functional spaces.

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The original layout is preserved, keeping the building’s familiar rhythm, while modern materials—warm plaster, natural stone, and textured surfaces—bring old and new together.

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Signature House incorporates mid-century modern principles into its historic structure. Clean lines, functional proportions, and simple forms shape a rational, human-centered layout. Warm tones, wood, stone, and textured plaster bring comfort and a sense of timelessness.

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Particular attention is given to the building’s shared spaces. Entrance halls and circulation areas are designed as calm, welcoming interiors that feel like part of the home.
Soft lighting, natural textures, and clear spatial composition create a quiet, refined atmosphere. These spaces form a gentle transition from the city outside to the private world of the apartments.
Restrained forms and carefully selected details reference the building’s history and industrial past, creating a balanced dialogue between contemporary living and its 19th-century heritage.
The interior concept is carefully aligned with the building’s façade design, ensuring a visually coherent identity and an aesthetically harmonious environment for its residents.
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The project is uniquely positioned at the junction of three distinctive Riga districts—the Quiet Centre, the city’s emerging business district, and Pētersala–Andrejsala.
This location combines historic Art Nouveau surroundings, a modern office environment, and close proximity to Andrejosta and the waterfront.
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This location combines historic Art Nouveau surroundings, a modern office environment, and close proximity to Andrejosta and the waterfront.
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Quiet Centre
One of Riga’s most prestigious neighborhoods, is renowned for its elegant Art Nouveau architecture. It offers walking distance to the historic city center, a rich cultural and culinary scene away from the tourist flow.
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Viesturdārzs
The oldest park in the city, which features a children’s playground, an outdoor fitness area, and a dedicated dog park where pets can run and train off-leash.
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Andrejosta / Port
A historic and dynamic port area undergoing transformation, offering unique views and a distinct maritime atmosphere with glimpses of ongoing city development.
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Business District
A key commercial hub near the city center, featuring modern office complexes and infrastructure that supports a dynamic professional environment.
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Quality, aesthetics, experience
We are developers in Latvia, with more than 8 years of experience, working with renovation of historic buildings in the premium segment. Renovating 19th-century buildings requires not only expertise and long-term cooperation with architects, historians and construction experts, but also patience, respect and the ability to see value where others see complications.
The creative process is essential in our developments—we look for ways to preserve the identity of the building while creating modern living conditions that are important to our clients. This combination is what makes each One Development project unique.
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