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Prague's CAMP to Close for Two Years for Renovations
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Prague's CAMP to Close for Two Years for Renovations

From iDNES · () Czech

Translated from Czech, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The CAMP (Center for Architecture and Urban Planning) in Prague will temporarily close for approximately two years.
  • The building, known for its "Prager Cubes" architecture, will undergo renovations starting at the end of June.
  • The closure marks a temporary farewell to a landmark of modern architecture.

Prague's Center for Architecture and Urban Planning (CAMP), housed in the distinctive "Prager Cubes" near Emauzsky Monastery, is set to temporarily close its doors to the public. The closure, scheduled to begin at the end of June, will last for approximately two years as the complex undergoes significant renovation.

The building, an icon of modern Czech architecture, will be taken over by construction crews for the duration of the work. This period marks a temporary farewell for both the regular tenants and the visitors who frequent the center for its exhibitions and events.

The "Prager Cubes," designed by architect Vlado Miluniฤ‡ and known for their unique geometric form, have become a recognizable feature of Prague's urban landscape. The renovation aims to preserve and potentially enhance the structure while ensuring its continued relevance as a hub for architectural discourse.

During the two-year closure, CAMP's activities may be relocated or suspended, leaving a void in the city's cultural and architectural scene. The eventual reopening is anticipated to reveal a revitalized space, ready to continue its mission of promoting architecture and urban planning.

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Originally published by iDNES in Czech. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.