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Dual elements
Written by: Štěpánka Strouhalová
Photo by: Věroslav Sixt
Petr Urbánek, the legal representative
of Europolis Invest, loves clean and open spaces. Along with
air and water, this was the dominant inspiration for aesthetics
in the new Danube House business complex. Interior architect
Jana Lehotská combined airy space with the physical presence
of water, which provides a natural "empathy" with the
nearby Vltava river.
"A healthy microclimate is created by plants in groups,
so-called "jungles", that also dampen the sharpness
of corners. They serve as rest zones or alternative meeting
rooms."
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"My corner: a teddy bear from my daughter, graphics
from friends, and sculpture from my parents."
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"I love a clean environment, with as few papers as
possible. Whatever has been completed must be immediately
put away, otherwise I have the feeling that the work is
getting over my head."
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"The locus of communication is the desk in the main
work room, which stands out due to its color. The dynamic
organization of work requires space for employees to meet
at any time."
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"With its shape recalling that of a boat, the reception area reflects the
building's riverside location."
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"The interior of our meeting room follows the rules of optimal arrangement.
The decorative wall not only separates the space, but also serves as a combination
storage-and-presentation area."
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"The kitchen: the architect's intent was to create a space with the focus
on transparency - so the glass wall, which is decorated by texts of Murphy's
laws."
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