Step into the Functionalist Apartment, where Prague’s historic allure meets Martin Cenek‘s contemporary vision. Nestled in the heart of New Town, this 1930s tenement house transforms under Cenek’s guidance, blending industrial elegance with timeless architecture.
Witness a space where every corner tells a story of past and present, artfully intertwining to redefine modern living.

About Functionalist Apartment
Reviving a 1930s Prague Tenement
Renovating an architect’s own home often presents unique challenges. Located in a classic 1930s building, my Prague apartment epitomizes architectural modernism. Ladislav ?imek, the original architect, paired with his brother Jaroslav to create this iconic structure. Interestingly, similar to the adage “the shoemaker’s children go barefoot,” transforming this space took nearly a decade. Balancing History with Modern Identity
Throughout the renovation, I grappled with maintaining the building’s historical integrity while imprinting my own style. Consequently, I pondered: which aspect should prevail" Striking a balance seemed crucial. Ultimately, I aimed to enhance, not overshadow, the building’s inherent character.
A Passionate Journey in Architecture
As Alain de Botton suggests in “The Architecture of Happiness,” a deep love for architecture often turns us into vigilant custodians of our spaces. Embracing this ethos, I embarked on a comprehensive ...