Inspireli is proud to announce the launch of the Zahradky Castle Competition, a new addition to the prestigious 10th Inspireli Awards. Open to architecture students worldwide, this competition challenges participants to envision the transformation of Zahradky Castle into a dynamic conference center, blending historical preservation with innovative contemporary design.
The project aims to restore the castle and its surrounding buildings, integrating multifunctional spaces that will serve as a conference center, municipality information hub, and a center for leisure activities. The design must also incorporate accommodation facilities, while further restoration efforts will repurpose the orangery and farmhouse into a café or small restaurant, enhancing the site’s cultural and social vibrancy.
Charles University, the owner of the castle, is committed to reconstructing the complex based on the winning student project, offering an extraordinary opportunity for young architects to see their vision realized.
Competition Details
- Organizer: Inspireli Awards
- Announcer: Charles University, Czech Republic
- Competition Opens: October 1, 2024
- Submission Deadline: June 15, 2025
- Eligibility: Open to architecture students worldwide
- Entry Fee: Free of charge
- Prizes: Total of 6,000 EUR, plus a special Innovative Solution Prize
Goal
To reimagine Zahradky Castle as a functional conference and leisure center, preserving historical integrity while modernizing the space for contemporary use.
Jury
- Chairman: Martin Maňásek, Bursar of Charles University
- Jury Members:
- Prof. Jan Kuklík, Vice-Rector for Academic Appointments
- Dr. Josef Fontana, Vice-Rector for Strategy and Development
- Jitka Baťková, Executive Director of the Rectorate
- Jiří Brandtlík, Technician of the Development Department
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