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17.12.2014 22:50

Zlín - The National Heritage Institute (NPÚ) disagrees with the form of the revitalization study of Zlín Castle, which was commissioned from architect Pavel Míček by the non-profit organization Zlín Castle. The organization has rented the property, which is owned by the city. Heritage conservationists consider some interventions in the castle to be unacceptable as they will destroy a significant amount of historical structures, NPÚ employee Anna Slezáková informed ČTK today. The most significant intervention in the study is the placement of a modern extension that will replace the current roof of the castle.
    According to the study, an elevator shaft would also be added to the castle, and the appearance of the courtyard would change. However, heritage conservationists point out that the proposal presented to the public was not consulted with them during its development. "This proposal involves rather radical interventions into the organism of the monument. Among other things, the demolition of part of the arcaded corridors in the castle courtyard, tearing down the roof, and the removal of parts of historical architectural details from the facades are being considered," Slezáková stated.
    According to heritage conservationists, Zlín Castle is a valuable testament to a noble residence that has been architecturally shaped from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. "Today, the castle represents the oldest building preserved in the center of Zlín, a long-term and significant center around which the city has developed for nearly 500 years," Slezáková added.
    Míček justifies his proposed interventions by the gradual development of the building. "The monument (note: the editor) did not arise in a single given epoch, but from the original fortress, and has been continuously completed up to its present form. This ongoing completion that has occurred over 500 years is a key motive for further work with this building. It is a continuation of what has been happening here for 500 years," Míček previously told ČTK.
    According to his study, the revitalized castle should house a modern city museum with a focus on architecture, a ceremonial hall, studios for designers and other creative artists, a hotel, a restaurant, and a café. However, the new purpose of the building should be chosen with regard to the possibilities and spaces of the existing building, according to heritage conservationists. The institute is, according to Slezáková, "prepared to cooperate on creating a quality project that would respect and preserve the heritage values of the castle."
    Míček's proposal has stirred up feelings among the city's residents, who mostly comment negatively on the study on social networks. The city does not want to comment further on Míček's study for now. "This is the first proposal, and it will still be discussed. The intention to reconstruct the castle is definitely a step in the right direction," stated Mayor Miroslav Adámek (STAN). Residents will be able to express their opinions on the proposal in a survey.
    The castle was closed to the public for a year, last year the museum and the regional gallery moved to the new Baťa Institute. The city then sought to find a use for the property. It rented it to the Zlín Castle company, which opened a gallery in it, organizes various events, and is striving for its restoration.

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