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Cozy home in nature’s embrace | Casa De Mi Luna
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Cozy home in nature’s embrace | Casa De Mi Luna

The building, designed by Martin Zizka, is a cozy refuge from the hustle and bustle of the city, and despite its modernity, it blends perfectly into the landscape. Located in the Český Kras nature reserve in Czechia, Casa De Mi Luna combines local heritage with the latest architectural and interior
Prague Diary | The Czech capital through the eyes of photographer Iwan Baan
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Prague Diary | The Czech capital through the eyes of photographer Iwan Baan

A year ago, photographer Iwan Baan spent a week in Prague taking a series of photographs that have now been turned into an exhibition. Dutch photographer Iwan Baan mainly photographs architectural subjects, but as is his wont, he does not show buildings in their surroundings or as isolated inanimate objects.
A harmony of historical elements makes this Czech apartment special
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A harmony of historical elements makes this Czech apartment special

Near the picturesque colonnades of Karlovy Vary, a historic apartment house overlooking a hillside has been renovated inside. The interior designs, which emphasize the original elements of the house, were created by the Czech team Plus One Architects. Let’s see! During the renovation, the architects aimed to remove the
Object-making without preconceptions—Gréta Kušnírová’s ceramics
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Object-making without preconceptions—Gréta Kušnírová’s ceramics

Ice-cream sundaes, cocktail glasses, and urns—Slovak-born Gréta Kušnírová not only breaks with the preconceptions of ceramic design in her choice of subject matter but also combines her unusual objects with unusual looks. Let’s see! The young designer currently lives and works in Prague, where she is studying ceramics
Here are the nominees for the Czech Architecture Award
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Here are the nominees for the Czech Architecture Award

Candidate buildings range from cafés and monuments to education centers and public parks. The primary aim of the Czech Architecture Award is to raise public awareness of architecture. The competition focuses on showcasing the aesthetic and technical excellence of projects, while also taking into account their relationship to their surroundings
Outdoor cinema inspired by film references
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Outdoor cinema inspired by film references

A dilapidated open-air cinema near the main square in the southern Czech town of Prachatice has been revived. The architectural concept of the community space draws inspiration from the analogy of a projector loaded with film reels. Let’s see! With the reconstruction, the Mimosa Architects team transformed the eight-hundred-seat
Architect Petr Janda launches new project in Prague
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Architect Petr Janda launches new project in Prague

The mission of Czech architectural firm petrjanda/brainwork aims to revitalize areas of Prague, with a focus on the current needs of the city’s inhabitants. The abandoned quay of the Czech capital has been given a new lease of life along the same lines. This time, the aim is
Intersection of sport and culture: new public park in the Czech capital
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Intersection of sport and culture: new public park in the Czech capital

A new public park combining sport and culture has been built in the brownfield district of Řeporyje in Prague. The park, tailored to the needs of local residents, features a skateboard and pump track. Designed by the Czech U/U studio, the park offers something for all ages. Let’s
Children’s museum opened at the National Museum in Prague
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Children’s museum opened at the National Museum in Prague

The new permanent exhibition offers interactive features for young people. The new exhibition at the Czech National Museum emphasizes children’s creativity and imagination and focuses on exploring new perspectives and connections through interactivity. At the same time, it is a place for shared experiences and intergenerational education, where generations
Former ceramics factory turned guesthouse and event venue
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Former ceramics factory turned guesthouse and event venue

Kocanda Kravsko is located on the outskirts of a South Moravian village and is ideal for those who want to organize a wedding or event in elegant surroundings or just stay in a beautifully atmospheric guesthouse. The original baroque building complex was built as an inn on the Prague–Vienna
Functional change at its best: library opened in a newly renovated church
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Functional change at its best: library opened in a newly renovated church

As with people, there may come a time in the history of buildings when the need arises for a change of focus—a process often seen in contemporary architecture, such as boutique hotels converted from monasteries or even family homes converted from mills. The Red Church in Olomouc has been
How much do we like the West in the region?
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How much do we like the West in the region?

On Tuesday, 30 May, a demonstration took place in Prague. The demonstrators were protesting against the deployment of a US military base in Czechia, which is a symbolic issue for more than one reason. A tense demonstration took place in Prague on 30 May when hundreds of people gathered in
From old to something very new | Plato City Gallery of Contemporary Art, Ostrava
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From old to something very new | Plato City Gallery of Contemporary Art, Ostrava

They took something that no one else wanted, added their own expertise, and came up with a completely unique concept—and that’s how this gallery in Ostrava was born. Although Czechia has been doing pretty well lately with the reuse of old factory buildings for art everywhere (we last
The first AI-based graphic novel memoir
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The first AI-based graphic novel memoir

The publication is a collection of eleven short stories set in Eastern Europe in the early to mid-1990s. The work evokes the stark beauty and drama of those transient years when democracy was evolving in Eastern Europe, and when the author was simoultaneously coming into his own as an adult.
Abandoned power plant in Czechia transformed into art center
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Abandoned power plant in Czechia transformed into art center

The five-story gallery EPO1, converted from the former power plant in Poříčí, Trutnov, will open on 24 May. In 2020, local businessman Rudolf Kasper and his wife started the renovation and complete transformation of the former power plant in Poříčí, Trutnov, to create a huge art center. The 3,400-square-meter
Toy or sculpture?—Introducing MY DVĚ
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Toy or sculpture?—Introducing MY DVĚ

Czech design duo MY DVĚ’s sophisticated and sometimes startling creations strike a fine balance between children’s toys and collectible design objects. Their pieces, or as they call them, their “creatures”, are at once fun and unsettling, where quality craftsmanship is completed by an artistic mindset. Interview. Monika Matějková
New Skoda Superb to be unveiled soon
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New Skoda Superb to be unveiled soon

The fourth generation Skoda Superb will be launched in autumn 2023, 90 years after its historic predecessor was introduced. In a new teaser video, the Czech carmaker has gathered all previous versions of the Superb around the soon-to-be-launched model, which is being kept under wraps for now. The footage comes
Russell Crowe to star at this year’s Karlovy Vary Film Festival
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Russell Crowe to star at this year’s Karlovy Vary Film Festival

The Oscar-winning actor will receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival and will perform with his band Indoor Garden Party at the opening concert on 30 June. The film festival running from 30 June to 8 July in the Czech spa town will screen new
Where children’s entertainment comes first—kindergarten in Jablonec nad Nisou, Czechia
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Where children’s entertainment comes first—kindergarten in Jablonec nad Nisou, Czechia

An old kindergarten has been revitalized in the town of Jablonec nad Nisou, Czechia. Thanks to Mjölk architekti’s designs, the renovated building gives children the freedom to connect with the world, have fun, and develop. As the Mjölk architekti team emphasized, “Kindergarten is a place where young children develop
Design for the dignity of aging
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Design for the dignity of aging

From a medical aid to a fashion accessory, a digital aid to promote self-reliance, or a jewelry collection to promote intergenerational empathy. The students from Zlín were looking for solutions to make the years of aging easier for all of us. We asked Vladimíra Černá from Tomas Bata University, the
New design for Prague’s Českomoravská metro station
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New design for Prague’s Českomoravská metro station

The metro station will feature glass and enamel, which will not only make it look magical but also protect it from groundwater. Maxim Velčovský and the architects of edit! have won the competition for the redesign, which will replace the original ceramic tiles with glass plates, continuing the tradition of
Zlin Design Week 2023 Inspires with “Design for All”
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Zlin Design Week 2023 Inspires with “Design for All”

The Zlin Design Week festival will once again bring fresh air to the design field from 3 to 10 May. The inspiring program of the ninth year of the festival will introduce visitors to universal design principles at various locations in Zlín. For all interested, the festival provides a space
Czechia to host the Ice Hockey World Championship again in 2024
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Czechia to host the Ice Hockey World Championship again in 2024

After nine years, the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship returns to Czechia, to be held in Prague and Ostrava between 10 and 26 May 2024. Next year, Czechia will host the world’s premier ice hockey event for the 11th time. “Although there is still more than a year to
A library named after Milan Kundera opens in Brno
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A library named after Milan Kundera opens in Brno

The institute opened its doors in the building of Morva Library in Brno on the 1st of April, the 94th birthday of the world-famous Czech writer. Born in Brno in 1929, Milan Kundera emigrated to France in 1975 and has lived there ever since. He has won numerous literary prizes
One of the world’s most beautiful libraries opens to the public in Prague
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One of the world’s most beautiful libraries opens to the public in Prague

The Baroque hall of the Klementinum building complex is being opened to the public as part of a new city tour to attract more cultural tourists to the Czech capital. In Prague’s Old Town, not far from Charles Bridge, stands the second largest historic building complex in the city,
Five stunning cafés in the City of a Hundred Spires | TOP 5
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Five stunning cafés in the City of a Hundred Spires | TOP 5

The Czech capital is considered one of the most beautiful places in the world, with over a million people visiting every year to discover its hidden treasures. Today we bring you a glimpse of some of these treasures, the city’s most beautiful cafés. Let’s go to Prague! Café
Willem Dafoe breaks for Ukrainian borscht while in Prague
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Willem Dafoe breaks for Ukrainian borscht while in Prague

The Hollywood actor is in town to film the remake of Nosferatu, currently shooting in Prague’s Barrandov Studios. The remake of the 1922 German expressionist horror classic Nosferatu is directed by Robert Eggers and filming is well underway, while Willem Dafoe popped into a restaurant in the Vinohrady neighborhood
Fibonacci patio hidden among vineyards
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Fibonacci patio hidden among vineyards

On a rocky slope overlooking the Vltava River stands the Jabloňka Castle. In this picturesque location, below the classicist building, are the vineyards that characterize the northern part of Prague. The Czech Marco Maio Architects team was inspired by the discovery and preservation of the historic elements found on the
Life on film—5 analog photographers from the region | TOP 5
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Life on film—5 analog photographers from the region | TOP 5

We are bringing you five photographers who opted for analog photography despite the difficulties the technology proposes. Let’s see! The man of the 21st century is rushing into the complete digitalization of life with an increasingly dizzying speed, the process of which has been even more accelerated by recent
A film shot in Prague wins the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film
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A film shot in Prague wins the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film

All Quiet on the Western Front (Im Westen nichts Neues) is the first German-language adaptation of Remarque’s famous war-themed novel, and it won several awards at Sunday night's Academy Awards. All Quiet in the Western Front, a film about the horrors of the First World War, based on Erich
Monumental yet cozy: Czech No Architects design new interior in Prague
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Monumental yet cozy: Czech No Architects design new interior in Prague

A bright space with large terraces and a view of the city—a place to cook, eat, and work, where children can play, watch TV, read, create, and sleep. This is the interior designed by Czech architectural firm No Architects in Prague. Let’s see! The No Architects team started
What can Czechia expect from the new president?
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What can Czechia expect from the new president?

Petr Pavel is the new president of the Czech Republic: the retired general defeated Andrej Babiš by a significant margin and took office as the new Czech head of state after the end of Miloš Zeman’s term in March. Petr Pavel received 58.3% of the votes in the
Reinventing a cramped living space by Neuhäusl Hunal in Prague
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Reinventing a cramped living space by Neuhäusl Hunal in Prague

The mission of Czech architectural studio Neuhäusl Hunal is to create poetic spaces, pleasant places, and innovative, functional solutions. In their projects, they strive for rationality, naturalness, and beauty. They respect the specific circumstances of each project and carefully analyze each situation and possible solution. In this article, we present
Designs for Czechia's tallest building are invited again
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Designs for Czechia's tallest building are invited again

The plans for a skyscraper in Ostrava did not impress the city council, so the competition was reopened to architectural firms. The construction of the Ostrava skyscraper, billed as the tallest building in Czechia, was due to start in 2022, but after a series of changes, the original plans submitted
One of Prague’s newest gastronomic spots offers a raw and neon Asian vibe
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One of Prague’s newest gastronomic spots offers a raw and neon Asian vibe

The AN Bistro & Cafe is the latest project of a Vietnamese family who own several restaurants in Prague. Their main ambition is to bring authentic Vietnamese cuisine to the Czech capital, not only from a gastronomic but also from an architectural point of view. Thus, the interior design of the
The most fascinating metro stations in Eastern Europe | TOP5
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The most fascinating metro stations in Eastern Europe | TOP5

The invention of the subway has significantly accelerated people’s lives since the 19th century. It is essentially an underground railway that runs on a fixed track. The advantage is that there are no obstacles in the way, so you can get to your destination many times faster. But have
Exhibition launched of the finalists of the most important Czech design competition
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Exhibition launched of the finalists of the most important Czech design competition

The exhibition, opening on 3 March, will showcase the work of the most talented local designers competing for the Czech Grand Design Award. The Czech Grand Design Award aims to highlight the country’s best designers and has long been considered Czechia’s most important creative competition. This year, eighty
BAFTA awards Czech sound engineer
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BAFTA awards Czech sound engineer

Czech sound engineer Viktor Prasil has won the BAFTA award for the best sound for his work in the film All Quiet on the Western Front. The new film adaptation of Erich Maria Remarque’s book has won seven awards—the most ever for a non-English language film. Much of
Zlín’s 700 years of history comes to life in the city’s castle park
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Zlín’s 700 years of history comes to life in the city’s castle park

The exhibition Mirrors of Zlín celebrates 700 years of history of Zlín in Czechia with a series of multimedia installations in the local castle park. The artistic installations were envisioned and realized by the design team Loom on the Moon. The first of the three installations presents the writer Pavel
A Czech kindergarten promoting creativity
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A Czech kindergarten promoting creativity

“What is childhood?” This was the question asked by Architektura studio when designing the kindergarten in the town of Říčany, Czech Republic. According to the architects, in addition to the family and playground experiences, the built and material environment surrounding children are also essential educational tools. Thus, the space was
Prague’s Bohemia restaurant is back to its former glory
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Prague’s Bohemia restaurant is back to its former glory

The restaurant, built in 1891 and located in Prague’s Výstaviště exhibition area, stood abandoned for years but has now been completely renovated and will soon open its doors to the public. The refurbishment of the Bohemia restaurant is part of a long-term plan to revitalize the entire Výstaviště. The
Living in Prague—an exhibition on housing in the Czech capital
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Living in Prague—an exhibition on housing in the Czech capital

What does an average apartment in the Czech capital look like and how do prices compare to other European cities? These are among the questions that the exhibition Prague Tomorrow? Houses and Apartments seeks to answer. Prague is experiencing a housing crisis, with far more people looking for a home
These were the stars of the global and regional art market in 2022

These were the stars of the global and regional art market in 2022

Auction houses had a busy year in 2022, with the world’s financial difficulties not yet showing up in art sales, and record sales in the region and around the world. Although the global economy took a big hit last year, this was not reflected in art sales: a growing
Outstanding building designs from the Eastern European region | TOP 5
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Outstanding building designs from the Eastern European region | TOP 5

As the proverb goes: less is sometimes more. For this reason, we often associate good design with clean or simple concepts. However, this does not always have to be the case—on the contrary! This time, we’ve collected buildings from around the region that stand out for their unusual
Former rectory converted into a municipal library in Czechia
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Former rectory converted into a municipal library in Czechia

The disused building of a former Roman Catholic rectory in Vratislavice nad Nisou in Czechia has already been home to an orphanage, a kindergarten, and a school. It is now being revived as a municipal library thanks to the design of the architectural firm atakarchitekti. Take a look! In addition
Rare opportunity to see the Czech coronation jewels in Prague
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Rare opportunity to see the Czech coronation jewels in Prague

The national symbols, normally kept in a vault, are on display until Saturday at the Hradzin Castle in Prague. The last time the Czech coronation jewels were on display was in 2018, to mark the centenary of the founding of Czechoslovakia. This time, they are being displayed to mark the
A symphony of light and darkness
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A symphony of light and darkness

The Czech architectural firm QARTA Architektura has designed a new community center for The Brethren Church in Kladno. The new building will serve as a spiritual retreat as well as a venue for recreational activities. The Christian community center, located in the Czech town of Kladno, will focus on organizing
What is Central and Eastern Europe’s economic outlook in 2023?
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What is Central and Eastern Europe’s economic outlook in 2023?

Europe, just like the rest of the world, is going through a difficult period, which is far from over. As we finally recovered from the pandemic, Russia attacked Ukraine, and the developed world has been hit by a severe economic and energy crisis. The plight is far from ideal, but
The alchemy of glass art | Shynar Kaliyeva
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The alchemy of glass art | Shynar Kaliyeva

At just fifteen, Kazakh artist Shynar Kaliyeva took a plunge into the unknown and moved to Czechia to pursue her long-held dream of becoming a glass artist. Her art of almost ethereal quality is captivating to everyone, so it comes as no surprise that she is now considered one of
Telegraph in the 21st century
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Telegraph in the 21st century

Nowadays, a trip to Olomouc is a must if you want to gain a better insight into Czech design and architecture. In the last few years, the city has seen the emergence of countless new ventures, putting Czechia on the map for design lovers. The Telegraph building, one of the
Nature resorts in the region | TOP 5
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Nature resorts in the region | TOP 5

Amidst the hustle and bustle of our hectic weekdays, the constant noise, and the burn-out, people rarely have time to slow the pace and get away from the daily treadmill, finding refuge in nature. Luckily, there are many destinations for those who want to get back to nature and its
Prague City Tourism celebrates its 65th anniversary
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Prague City Tourism celebrates its 65th anniversary

Prague City Tourism celebrates the 65th anniversary of its foundation this year with a year-long series of events. The association, originally called the Prague Information Service in 1958, changed its name in 2018 and has undergone a major transformation: it no longer just provides information but also aims to improve
Prague’s old-new tourist attraction: the Book Tower
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Prague’s old-new tourist attraction: the Book Tower

It was through TikTok videos that Matěj Krén’s Idiom, in the Municipal Library of Prague, became famous. The Czech capital’s old-new tourist attraction has been around for twenty-five years. The circular structure of eight thousand books was created by Slovak artist Matěj Krén in 1998 to mark the
Emotions meet geometry | Best architecture projects of 2022
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Emotions meet geometry | Best architecture projects of 2022

We’ve collected the most exciting architecture projects of the year, which we’ve covered in a series of articles, because they deserve to be seen by as many as possible. The tallest building in the EU—Warsaw Designed by British architectural studio Foster + Partners, the Varso Tower is currently
Czech-Hungarian cooperation to reduce food waste
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Czech-Hungarian cooperation to reduce food waste

The Czech Nesnězeno and the Hungarian Munch have merged to jointly rescue food meant for disposal but still fit for consumption. Founded in Hungary about two years ago by a group of university students, Munch has become an instant success: the app lets users browse restaurants, bakeries, and shops, which
EU space center in Prague opens to the public
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EU space center in Prague opens to the public

On 9 and 10 December, you’re invited to visit one of the most important sites for space exploration in Europe. Prague is one of the European Union’s main centers for space research, but what exactly scientists do here is a mystery to most people. This weekend offers a
Prague villa with Japanese and British inspiration
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Prague villa with Japanese and British inspiration

No Architects has restored a 1920s Prague villa to its original splendor, including its complete technical modernization. The interior, designed down to the finest details, subtly incorporates inspirations from Japan and the UK as well as the customers’ personal experiences. The renovation also involved modifying the layout of the property,
Prague clock is counting down to stop climate change
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Prague clock is counting down to stop climate change

In Prague’s Letná park a clock counts down to the point of no return of irreversible climate change. The 8-meter-high, 35-meter-wide clock stands beside the Metronome, on the pedestal where the statue of Stalin once stood. The clock erected by the organization behind Festival svobody (Freedom Festival), who are
Who will be the new Czech president?
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Who will be the new Czech president?

Czech voters can choose between a former prime minister accused of corruption, a liberal university rector, and a retired law-and-order army general. Incumbent Czech President Miloš Zeman is serving his second and last term, as he is not eligible to run for a third one, and the date of the
Passive house, acting for our future | Stempel & Tesar Architekti’s new sustainable building
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Passive house, acting for our future | Stempel & Tesar Architekti’s new sustainable building

In the wake of the pandemic and the energy crisis in Europe, architects are calling for a natural and responsible design that serves both human and environmental interests. The architect duo Stempel & Tesar Architekti have transformed a holiday home in a residential area in Malé Kyšice, Czechia, into a passive
The exclusivity of Prague’s fragrance—Pigmentarium
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The exclusivity of Prague’s fragrance—Pigmentarium

All our senses reveal a wonderful world to us. How interesting that olfaction, without touch or sight, can take us to the universe of memories in a second. Fragrances are sublime and can awaken our most instinctive desires, and this is exactly what one of the most exciting Czech perfume
Lookout points guarding the Czech mountains
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Lookout points guarding the Czech mountains

The ridge of the Stráž mountain—where guard posts used to be located, and warning fires lit if enemy approached—towers over the Czech town of Rokytnice. Although such dangers and with it the use of warning beacons are a thing of the past, new, symbolic guards have been appointed
Czech brand Egoé evokes the style of the ski slopes of the 70s and 80s

Czech brand Egoé evokes the style of the ski slopes of the 70s and 80s

Debuting at the Czech Designblok, Egoé’s latest design skis take us all the way back to the 1988 Winter Olympics, complete with Eddie the eagle. The team, which primarily designs high-quality indoor furniture, inspired by their passion for skiing, decided to take up the rather specialized trade of ski
Israel and Europe become friends again
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Israel and Europe become friends again

The rough patch in Israel-EU relations might finally end due to the Russo-Ukrainian war and the strengthening relationship between Central and Eastern Europe and Israel. The 2010s were a decade of growing political estrangement between Europe and Israel. The European Union and Israel signed an Association Agreement in 1995, and
Indoor Eden—Poetizer’s new office in Prague
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Indoor Eden—Poetizer’s new office in Prague

Poetizer, a community site for poetry lovers, has set up its office on the fourth floor of the First Republic building, in one of Prague’s most vibrant streets. In the center of the space is an artificial Garden of Eden with more than a hundred species of plants, inspired
Flexible and convertible spaces from prefabricated elements
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Flexible and convertible spaces from prefabricated elements

Czech architectural firm Chybik + Kristof is exploring the potential of prefabricated architecture in its newly completed Modular Research Centre, the building of which will be characterized primarily by its angular design and unique rooftop, and its workspace will be open to the local community. The research center is built from
The media as soft power and the potential of Central and Eastern Europe
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The media as soft power and the potential of Central and Eastern Europe

Journalists and politicians from Central and Eastern Europe discussed the state and politicization of the media in the region, the potential of Central Europe, and the battle of narratives at the Economic Forum in Karpacz, Poland. We were there; here is our coverage! The Economic Forum, the largest conference in
A series of art events to arrive in Prague: SUMO
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A series of art events to arrive in Prague: SUMO

SUMO Prague is a meeting place for international galleries, artists, curators, collectors, and art journalists in the Czech capital. Now in its third edition, the event will be open from the 1st of September to the 14th of October this year. The event, which will showcase current trends in contemporary
A comfortable box-like apartment
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A comfortable box-like apartment

Commissioned architectural firm ORA was tasked with the creation of a minimalist interior suitable for a family of four who use the home as a weekend retreat rather than a permanent residence. The size of the apartment is less than 37 square meters, originally intended to be transformed into a
Behold the world’s longest suspension bridge: Sky Bridge 721
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Behold the world’s longest suspension bridge: Sky Bridge 721

Architectural firm TAROS NOVA a.s. has completed for its client the Dolní Morava resort, the longest suspension bridge in the world. Located in the Czech Republic, the structure is surrounded by nature offering visitors an extraordinary view. Sky Bridge 721, a footbridge crossing the Králský Sněžník mountain range, crosses
A Czech design firm that has set a course for gastronomy
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A Czech design firm that has set a course for gastronomy

The Space of Space furniture brand has now left its impression even inside Prague’s Kro Coffee—what’s more, the Astro tray set created especially for the café will be included in the brand’s permanent selection. Space of Space, this family business of one and a half years
Was your flight delayed? Blame labor shortage!
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Was your flight delayed? Blame labor shortage!

The pandemic, population aging, and the Russo-Ukrainian war all contribute to the growing labor shortage, resulting in canceled flights, dirty toilets, and a lack of staff who could serve customers. What can be the solution to the pressing issue of labor shortage? Predictions suggest 85 million job vacancies worldwide by
How Lithuanian elves fight Russian disinformation trolls
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How Lithuanian elves fight Russian disinformation trolls

Fake news, fake demonstrations, and incitement against NATO. The war is also being waged online. Russian, often paid, internet trolls are being countered by a secretive Lithuanian volunteer group: the Elves. From less than 50 Lithuanians at the beginning, there are now thousands of active elves in Lithuania and abroad.
It is worth paying attention to small towns
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It is worth paying attention to small towns

Size does not matter; Nová Paka, a Czech town in Hradec Králové Region, has proven it many times. The small town is a contender for the national City for Business Award in 2022. The Central and Eastern European region is full of surprises, curiosities, and unusual success stories. Each country
Education for Ukrainian refugee children – how European countries help
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Education for Ukrainian refugee children – how European countries help

Children must receive education, including those fleeing the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war. Many of them are still not back in the school system, but some attend online classes, and throughout Europe, several Ukrainian schools were established to provide education and community for refugee children. Report from Hype&Hyper on how different
The Visegrád Group is neither a geopolitical nor a military entity | Neighbourhood Dialogues x V4
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The Visegrád Group is neither a geopolitical nor a military entity | Neighbourhood Dialogues x V4

Hungarian experts discussed the war’s impact on the Visegrád Group, the refugee crisis, the oil and gas embargo, and Ukraine’s road to EU membership. Hype&Hyper’s conference coverage from Budapest. It seems the Russo-Ukrainian war has undermined the unity of the Visegrád Group, and the alliance lost
Rebuilding Ukraine is an enormous opportunity | Neighbourhood Dialogues x V4
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Rebuilding Ukraine is an enormous opportunity | Neighbourhood Dialogues x V4

Central Europe is an ambiguous concept, and future challenges might further strengthen the cooperation of the Visegrád Group members, despite the current conflicts. Czech, Slovak, and American experts debated on the Visegrád Group and Central and Eastern Europe. Conference coverage from Hype & Hyper. The first question is if Central Europe
Prága pörög, de hol marad a vidék? | Innováció és startupok a régióban II.
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Prága pörög, de hol marad a vidék? | Innováció és startupok a régióban II.

A férfiak legmagasabb aránya az IT szakemberek között az EU-ban, kaotikus állami információs rendszerek és a vállalatok elutasító hozzáállása a startupokhoz. Tényleg ez jellemezi Csehországot? Szerencsére nem, az ország ennél egy sokkal jobb hely. Az egész EU-ban itt van a legtöbb mesterséges intelligenciát alkalmazó vállalat és Csehország élen jár a
Prague is the hub, but where is the countryside? | Innovation and startups in the CEE region II.
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Prague is the hub, but where is the countryside? | Innovation and startups in the CEE region II.

The highest proportion of men among IT professionals in the EU, chaotic public information systems, and rigid attitude of companies towards startups. Is this really the Czech Republic? Fortunately, the country is much better than that. It has the most companies using artificial intelligence in the EU and leads the
Will Slovakia be a frontline country? | Czech and Slovak security policy experts to Hype&Hyper
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Will Slovakia be a frontline country? | Czech and Slovak security policy experts to Hype&Hyper

The war in Ukraine makes the consolidation of NATO’s eastern flank particularly important, as the future of the region is unpredictable. Accordingly, the development of military forces in Slovakia and the Czech Republic has also became a priority. Our interview with Jakub Wiśniewski, Secretary of the GLOBSEC Board of
Our answer: EAST UNITE
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Our answer: EAST UNITE

We are Easterners, we live in a shared destiny, we move forward together and we create. The towers of Kyiv were hit by missiles, to which there is only one answer: EAST UNITE. This is the vocation of the Hype&Hyper editorial team and we believe it is our shared
A light and sophisticated footbridge on the Vltava River
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A light and sophisticated footbridge on the Vltava River

A new, light and sophisticated footbridge has been built in the Czech Republic, providing passage over the Vltava River between two small settlements, Lužec nad Vltavou and Bukol. Lužec nad Vltavou is located in the Mělník District, on the picturesque floodplain of the Vltava. In 1907, when the canal between
Hétköznapi furcsaságok | Czechia zine
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Hétköznapi furcsaságok | Czechia zine

Charles Baudelaire a modern nagyvárosban kószáló alakot flâneur-nek nevezte el: ő a városlakó, aki mindig nyitott szemmel jár, megtapasztalja a körülötte lévő dolgokat és otthonosan érzi magát a városi nyüzsgés közepette. Sajátos módon lép kapcsolatba a körülötte lévő világgal, enged a város sodrásának, miközben folyamatosan véleményt alkot és megörökíti a
Ordinary oddities | Czechia zine
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Ordinary oddities | Czechia zine

Charles Baudelaire called the figure wandering in the modern big city a flâneur: he is the city dweller who always walks with his eyes open, experiences the things around him and feels at home amidst the hustle and bustle of the city. He connects with the world around him in
Stylish and eco-friendly hideout deep in the forest | hideandseek
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Stylish and eco-friendly hideout deep in the forest | hideandseek

The mobile house of the Czech hideandseek brand fits perfectly into the line of special and stylish accommodation. The fabulous and modern cabin does not only look good, but also checks out from an ecological point of view. It goes by the name Aranka. We were surprised by the choice
Stílusos és környezettudatos búvóhely az erdő mélyén | hideandseek
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Stílusos és környezettudatos búvóhely az erdő mélyén | hideandseek

A különleges és stílusos szálláshelyek sorába jól illeszkedik a cseh hideandseek márka mobilháza. A mesebeli és modern házikó nemcsak, hogy klasszul néz ki, de ökológiai szempontból is rendben van. A neve: Aranka. A névválasztáson mi is meglepődtünk, de azon még inkább, hogy alig akad szabad időpont, amikor befoglalhatnánk Arankát – a