It is located in the Pankrác district of Prague, where the construction of high-rise buildings began in the 1970s. Among them was the City Tower for Czech radio, still the tallest building in the country (109 m). Despite the fact that the tower was roofed back in 1986, construction was not completed under socialism, and only Richard Mayer completed it in 2007.
This concentration of business buildings is expected to be called "City", or "City-Pankrats". Mayer also erected the 5-story City Point building there (2004), and has now completed the Radio Plaza ensemble with the City Green Court.
The source of inspiration, according to the architect, was the works of Czech Cubism. However, there is little avant-garde in the construction. The facades are lined with sun-protection slats, and the accent is set by small balconies.
The main entrance is marked by a wide canopy. From there, the visitor enters a one-story lobby leading to the full-height atrium of the 8-story building. This is the "green courtyard" mentioned in the name of the building: a green wall was built there and a tree was planted. In addition, the atrium has a staircase up to the 4th floor, which should become an attractive alternative to elevators, and above it there are bridges.
The building is LEED Platinum: In addition to an efficient envelope, it features natural ventilation in the atrium during the summer months, water saving and rainwater collection systems, a green roof, air quality control, and more. Local and recycled materials were used in construction.
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