Centrotex building, Brutalist office building in Nusle, Czech Republic.
Description
Centrotex is an 18-story office structure with a concrete skeleton and a detailed facade of anodized aluminum featuring a geometric grid pattern. This latticed surface serves as sun protection while defining the building's visual character.
History
Built in 1971 by architects Václav Hilský and Otakar Jurenka, it originally served as headquarters for Centrotex, a state-controlled textile trading company. The construction reflected Prague's modernization efforts during that period.
Culture
Locals gave this structure affectionate nicknames comparing its two sections to a cow and calf, inspired by the concrete crown forms atop each part. These playful names show how residents interpreted and made sense of the building's bold geometry.
Practical
The building is located at Náměstí Hrdinů 3 in Prague 4 and sits directly near Pražského povstání metro station for easy public transport access. The surrounding area offers clear sightlines to view the structure from multiple angles.
Did you know?
A granite relief sculpture by artist Stanislav Hanzík stands near the metro station, commemorating events from 1945 through abstract artistic forms. Most visitors overlook this work despite its role as a quiet historical marker.
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