Kounic's palace

Kounic's palace is a Renaissance Revival building with historicist design elements in Brno-město. The pentagon-shaped structure sits at the intersection of Žerotínovo náměstí and Moravské náměstí, blending ornate facades with contemporary university functions.

The palace was built in 1872 by architect Karel Exner and later acquired by Count Václav Kounic in 1905. The building was then donated to serve students at the university in Brno.

The name honors Count Václav Kounic, who left the building as a gift for students. Visitors see today a hub for student life and academic gathering, where daily university activity and the cafeteria bring people together throughout the day.

The building sits on a central square in Brno and is easy to reach. Most areas are accessible to visitors, though it functions as an active university location where daily activities take place.

The palace was intentionally converted to support students rather than serve as a private residence. Revenue from rental apartments has directly funded student housing like the Kounic Dormitory since 1923.

Location: Brno-město

Inception: 1872

Architects: Karel Exner

Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture, historicism

GPS coordinates: 49.19863,16.60535

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:06