GALLERY: Victory Square in Prague 6 to Undergo Major Transformation

Victory Square (Kulaťák) in Prague 6 is about to experience a major shift.

The square has long been more of a busy traffic intersection than a central hub for pedestrians. This is about to change as Prague’s city councillors have approved a significant zoning amendment, taking another crucial step towards revitalizing this iconic space in Dejvice.

Historically, Victory Square has fallen short of its potential. Despite its size and importance as the most prominent public space in the north-western part of the city, the square has remained underdeveloped, with residential and pedestrian uses largely overlooked.

Located between the historical district of Hradčany and the modern buildings from the interwar and post-war eras, Victory Square represents a crossroads between Prague’s past and future.

The square’s original design dates back to 1924, created by architect Antonín Engel. He envisioned the district and its square as a grand, cohesive urban plan, but his vision was only partially realized. Now, nearly a century later, the city is picking up where Engel left off, with new plans that aim to turn Victory Square into a thriving public space.

In 2018, the Pavel Hnilička Architects studio won an urban design competition organized by the Institute of Planning and Development Prague (IPR) to reimagine the square.

Their concept, which will guide the square’s transformation, envisions a central area that will host public gatherings, markets, and cultural events. The goal is to create a space that feels welcoming and accessible to everyone.

“The entire area should be easily accessible for all users—whether they are walking, cycling, driving, or using public transport,” explains Pavel Hnilička, the architect and urban planner behind the design.

This comprehensive revitalization is expected to cost a minimum of CZK 500 million, with additional private investment funneled into the surrounding areas. Private developers, including Sekyra Group, Penta, and Kaprain, will contribute to the transformation by building Quadrant 4, adding a new dimension to the Kulaťák’s urban landscape.

 

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