Czech architecture

House Beneath the Cross Hill is a modest timber home designed by hurá studio for the architect’s parents, built largely by the architect’s father himself. Nestled on a gentle slope below a local landmark known as Cross Hill, the house embraces its setting through simplicity, craftsmanship, and a deep connection to the landscape. The project reflects a family collaboration and a search for authenticity — an architecture of care, restraint, and enduring warmth. Lucie Kastnerová The home stands on the southern slope below the Calvary hill (Cross Hill), at the edge of a small Czech town. Its southern gable opens through large windows toward the opposite hillside, while the rear elevation is embedded into th... More

Nestled amidst the historical enchantment of Prague, the architectural masterpiece that is the Czech National Library stands as a testament to the profound connection between history, literature, and the serene allure of an architectural garden. Rooted in the rich tapestry of Prague’s past, this library transcends the conventional notions of a repository of books. It is a living tribute to the city’s cultural heritage, where every architectural detail echoes the whispers of history and invites visitors into a calm haven for intellectual exploration. Caption The Czech National Library unfolds as a literary sanctuary within a city park, its architectural design seamlessly blending the realms of literature and nature. Here, t... More

For over a hundred years, the people of Nesvačilka longed for a chapel, a place of spiritual reflection, a space where they could gather as a community of faith. Father René Strouhal, together with the parishioners, shared not only this desire but also a vision: to create a building that would not only shape the surrounding landscape but would also influence the culture, society, and heritage of this place. Little did I know at the time that this decision would set us on a twelve-year journey. Ondřej Bouška Ondřej Bouška The gently undulating landscape of southern Moravia is vast, with endless fields stretching as far as the eye can see. Nesvačilka has changed little since its baroque inception, with its orig... More