courtyard revitalization

location
year
type
status
author
client
scale

Prague | Podskalí
2021
public
concept design
tomas vacha
k129 FSv ČVUT
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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