Spektrum Čestlice redevelopment progressing at speed in Prague
The redevelopment of Spektrum shopping centre is progressing at speed in Prague’s Čestlice district.
The former Spektrum Centre has been demolished and is being replaced by a new retail concept designed to meet the increasing demand for high-quality retail and services from the local population.
The 6,600m² GLA retail park will create a modern and dynamic environment using high-quality materials and attractive landscaping. Up to 20 commercial spaces can be accommodated, with tenants having the opportunity to operate on two levels if required. Special attention has been given to the landscaping, with extensive greenery and outside seating areas providing a relaxing atmosphere for visitors.
Chapman Taylor designed the scheme for CPI Property Group, with the landscape design being developed by Šmídová Landscape Architects.
The demolition of the existing 1990s centre and the construction of a completely new building is thought to be the first of several others anticipated in the Czech Republic and the wider CEE region as some of the post-Communist era developments reach the end of their useful life. While many buildings can be successfully repurposed, and this is the preferred and sustainable solution, a number of projects from this era suffer from fundamental conceptual flaws, for example, inflexible and poorly planned construction systems and a failure to meet current fire safety standards.
Chapman Taylor has an industry-leading record in adding value to existing sites and developments, from shopping centres and leisure venues to office buildings, residential, hotels and transportation hubs.
