Schückova vila, Functionalist villa in Troja, Czech Republic.
Schückova vila is a two-wing, two-story residence notable for its smooth facades with horizontal balconies, verandas, and terraces. The foundation features marlstone cladding that gives the building its characteristic modern appearance.
The villa was built between 1928 and 1930 for businessman Alexander Schück and designed by architects Ernst Mühlstein and Victor Fürth. Its construction occurred during a period of economic growth in Prague that encouraged ambitious residential projects.
The garden features a large sandstone sculpture of Eve by Mary Duras that extends the living space into the landscape. This connection between indoors and outdoors reflects how functionalist design understood the relationship between home and nature.
The residence is located on the street and visible from ground level, but it functions as an embassy so it is not open to the public. You can appreciate its architecture and grounds from the street without needing to enter the property.
From the southern side the residence overlooks the Vltava valley, Letná hill, and Stromovka park, with the architecture deliberately framing these natural views. This orientation toward the landscape was a key design choice during the building's planning.
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