The project for the new building on Revoluční Street in Prague is one of the most significant architectural undertakings in the city center today. Located at the end of Revoluční Street towards the Vltava River, the site was formerly occupied by the Eliščiny Baths. After their demolition during the construction of the Štefánik Bridge in the mid-20th century, the area remained in an unsatisfactory urban condition. Our aim was to create a modern and functional structure that would sensitively complement this historically valuable area while preserving its unique character.

The building completes Revoluční Street and connects it with the Vltava embankment, emphasizing a harmonious integration into the existing context. The design of the new building draws inspiration from the restrained functionalist architecture of the Merkur Palace by Jaroslav Frágner, which is reflected in the massing of the new structure. Adjacent to the new building on the eastern side of Lannova Street is the Baroque house no. 1244. Inside this house, a gallery will be created, and the surrounding area will be newly paved and landscaped for public use. Behind this house, a public outdoor space – a piazzetta – will be developed for cultural and community events.

The new building consists of two main parts: the first is the building mass along Revoluční Street, with 9 above-ground and 2 below-ground floors. It features a recessed ground floor and terraces that follow the slope of the roofs of neighboring buildings, ensuring a smooth transition between structures. At the most prominent part, at the corner of Revoluční and Lannova Streets, a vertical glazed tower with a sloping roof is positioned, echoing the traditional corner solution inspired by the Merkur Palace. The interface between the new building and the Baroque house is addressed by stepping back the façade on floors 1 to 3, thus preserving the identity of the historic building. The rest of the gable wall will be designed as a vertical garden.

The ground floor of the new building will be divided into two sections with a passage leading to an external staircase to the piazzetta. The second to fourth floors will be designated for administrative use, while the fifth to ninth floors will contain apartments, offering modern living in an attractive location.

The vertical glazed tower at the corner of Revoluční and Lannova Streets adds an elegant expression to the building and harmonizes with the surroundings. Generous glazing ensures ample natural light and stunning views of the Prague skyline. The project is an important contribution to the revitalization of the urban area and demonstrates how modern architecture can sensitively respond to the historical environment, bringing new values and functions that meet the needs of contemporary society.