New Gate of Old Prague

The design consists of elements forming the new square – passable, comfortable, modular, and safe. The surfaces define the spatial composition and divide the individual zones. The modular street furniture complements the space for daily activities. At the heart of the whole concept is a grid of concrete “sleepers” that radiate from the station. This grid naturally defines the spaces but avoids creating clear boundaries while referencing the adjacent rail tracks. We decided to work with water in the form of small fountains when designing the space. Given the “heat islands” phenomenon, we believe placing trees in public spaces is crucial to provide comfort in overheated city centers. In this concept, we are working with a centralized block of trees placed in a regular grid.