Ing. arch. Michal Šmolík Ing. arch. Radek Zykan doc. Ing. Hana Gattermayerová, CSc.
The aim of this project was to unlock the unused potential of an inner courtyard in central Prague. The design creates a balanced urban mix—bringing together Catholic priests, seniors, students, young families, and the upper class into a shared oasis.
The preserved skeleton of aformer functionalist garage is complemented by lightweight timber additions, forming low-energy housing for seniors and students. A second five-story residential building for young families rises from the footprint of a lower garage structure.
The entire courtyard is revitalized to support a healthy microclimate, promote social interaction, and restore meaning to a long-overlooked urban void.
The aim of this project was to unlock the unused potential of an inner courtyard in central Prague. The design creates a balanced urban mix—bringing together Catholic priests, seniors, students, young families, and the upper class into a shared oasis.
The preserved skeleton of aformer functionalist garage is complemented by lightweight timber additions, forming low-energy housing for seniors and students. A second five-story residential building for young families rises from the footprint of a lower garage structure.
The entire courtyard is revitalized to support a healthy microclimate, promote social interaction, and restore meaning to a long-overlooked urban void.
with thanks to my mentors and consultants
Ing. arch. Michal Šmolík Ing. arch. Radek Zykan doc. Ing. Hana Gattermayerová, CSc.