膶edok Building, Brno
The 膶edok Building in Brno is an iconic example of functionalist architecture, situated prominently at the corner of Ba拧ty and N谩dra啪n铆 streets. Designed by the renowned Brno architect Oskar Po艡铆ska in 1927, this building is particularly notable for its distinctive rounded corner, a striking feature that makes it one of the most recognizable structures as you exit Brno's central railway station.
The building's design is a masterful response to the challenges posed by its irregularly shaped plot and the sloping terrain where it was constructed, on the site of the former walled circle of the city. The exterior is characterized by the innovative use of a reinforced concrete wall, which was a pioneering technique in Brno at the time, allowing for the creation of the building鈥檚 outstanding semicircular corner.
Initially, the 膶edok Building served as the headquarters for the Exhibition of Contemporary Culture in Czechoslovakia, which was held at the Brno Exhibition Center in 1928. It functioned as a "central accommodation office" for the exhibition, with commercial and office spaces occupying the upper floors. The building also featured one of the first pedestrian terraces designed for a restaurant, further emphasizing its modernist credentials.
Over the years, the building became home to the 膶edok travel agency, a role it maintained until the end of August 2023. It underwent renovation in 1993, preserving its architectural integrity and ensuring its status as a protected cultural monument. Today, the 膶edok Building remains a significant part of Brno鈥檚 architectural heritage, located within the protection zone of the Brno Municipal Monument Reserve.
The building's design is a masterful response to the challenges posed by its irregularly shaped plot and the sloping terrain where it was constructed, on the site of the former walled circle of the city. The exterior is characterized by the innovative use of a reinforced concrete wall, which was a pioneering technique in Brno at the time, allowing for the creation of the building鈥檚 outstanding semicircular corner.
Initially, the 膶edok Building served as the headquarters for the Exhibition of Contemporary Culture in Czechoslovakia, which was held at the Brno Exhibition Center in 1928. It functioned as a "central accommodation office" for the exhibition, with commercial and office spaces occupying the upper floors. The building also featured one of the first pedestrian terraces designed for a restaurant, further emphasizing its modernist credentials.
Over the years, the building became home to the 膶edok travel agency, a role it maintained until the end of August 2023. It underwent renovation in 1993, preserving its architectural integrity and ensuring its status as a protected cultural monument. Today, the 膶edok Building remains a significant part of Brno鈥檚 architectural heritage, located within the protection zone of the Brno Municipal Monument Reserve.
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Sight Name: 膶edok Building
Sight Location: Brno, Czech Republic (See walking tours in Brno)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Brno, Czech Republic (See walking tours in Brno)
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Functionalist Architecture in Brno
Functionalist architecture, a style that sought to meet the needs of the rapidly evolving industrial society, emerged in Europe in the wake of World War I.
After Czechoslovakia gained independence in 1918, Brno, the second-largest city in the country, developed rapidly both economically and politically. Its architecture reflected a modernist approach that prioritized functionality and... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.5 Km or 0.9 Miles
After Czechoslovakia gained independence in 1918, Brno, the second-largest city in the country, developed rapidly both economically and politically. Its architecture reflected a modernist approach that prioritized functionality and... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.5 Km or 0.9 Miles
Brno Introduction Walking Tour
Brno is the second-largest city in the Czech Republic. Located in the South Moravian Region, it is the center of Czech's judiciary and the former capital of Moravia.
Brno is known for its exhibition center, one of the largest in Europe. It is also known for its international fireworks competition, Fire of Brno. The long history of fireworks and pyrotechnics are seen in the Spilberk Castle... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles
Brno is known for its exhibition center, one of the largest in Europe. It is also known for its international fireworks competition, Fire of Brno. The long history of fireworks and pyrotechnics are seen in the Spilberk Castle... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles