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Peklo Cultural Center, Plzeň
Open competition for the redevelopment and extension of the historical Kulturní Dům Peklo to house the Plzeň Philharmonic Orchestra in Czechia. Deadline 27 May 2025
The project includes the construction of a new concert hall with a capacity of 250-300 people, which will function as a rehearsal and recording space. Additional features include administrative offices, public foyers, and backstage facilities. The competition also includes the redesign of public spaces in front of the building, ensuring a cohesive urban and cultural integration.
Location
Sector
Culture / Performing Arts
Intervention
Renovation / Extension
Website
Tender Portal
Tender Stage
Open design competition
Deadline
27 May 2025
Project Value/Scale
£17 million (estimate)
Consultant Team
Lead Architect (registered in the Czech Republic or equivalent international qualification)
Acoustic Consultant
Structural Engineer
MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) Engineer
Fire Safety Engineer
Landscape Architect
Cost Estimator
Conservation Specialist (heritage-listed building requirements)
Acoustic Consultant
Structural Engineer
MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) Engineer
Fire Safety Engineer
Landscape Architect
Cost Estimator
Conservation Specialist (heritage-listed building requirements)
Submission Criteria
1st Prize: £45k / 2nd Prize: £31k / 3rd Prize: £20k / £20k for non-winning proposals that contribute valuable design ideas.
Submission materials:
– Four A1-sized presentation boards (1000×700 mm), including:
– Site Plan (1:400 scale)
– Floor Plans (1:200)
– Sections & Elevations (1:200 & 1:250)
– 3D Visualizations & Context Diagrams
– Material & Structural Concepts
– Sustainability Strategy
– Project Narrative (max. 3 A4 pages)
– Cost Estimate & Feasibility Analysis