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The Neo-Renaissance design of the three-wing villa was the work of K. Heidenreich, and features numerous bay windows, dormers, a tower and plenty of ornamental details. A large English-style garden could once be found behind the palace.
After Schaffgotsch's death in 1915, the villa was passed on to the parish of St. Mary Magdalene's Church, and after World War II it became the property of the city. Only slightly damaged during Festung Breslau, the city renovated the building and initially used it for apartments. In 1956, it was given over to the Polish Students' Association (Zrzeszeniu Studentów Polskich) and became home to the famous 'Pałacyk' student club, with numerous events held here during the communist era, including early iterations of the Jazz nad Odra Festival.
Last renovated in 1975 following a fire, the building today is in surprisingly good shape, but also not exactly shining with splendour. Former residents have claimed it is haunted. Several businesses operate inside and the site is still frequently used for a variety of cultural events, particularly the grand main ballroom, also known as the Hall of Mirrors. In 2012 the building was sold to a Vietnamese company TH Invest and their long-term plans for the space are unknown at this point.
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