Renovation worth 120 million CZK has begun at the Ostrava House of Culture Akord

Ostrava - In Ostrava, the reconstruction of the Akord Cultural House has begun in recent days in the most populous city district, Jih. The city is investing 120 million crowns into the renovation of this cultural facility, which is expected to be completed by the end of next year, said city spokesperson Andrea Vojkovská.
    In the past three years, most of the lounges have already been gradually renovated. Now, the remaining spaces, including halls, a club, and changing rooms will also be repaired. The stage technology will also be modernized, and the restaurant and kitchen of the facility are expected to undergo significant changes. The cultural house will also receive a new facade.
    "We look forward to offering the visitors of Akord, who number nearly a quarter of a million each year, a representative multicultural facility where they will feel great and continue to enjoy culture and entertainment," said the director of Akord, Darina Daňková.
    The Akord Cultural House is one of the major cultural facilities in the city, preparing programs for all age groups. The building was constructed in 1959 in the Sorela style. Until 1990, the cultural house was part of the state enterprise Nová huť. It received its current name in 2005, when the city of Ostrava also became its sole owner.
    The building serves cultural and social purposes. It has six floors housing halls, lounges, and classrooms with capacities ranging from ten to approximately 580 people. The facility also includes a summer garden with a playground for children. The renovation is not expected to significantly affect the operation of the cultural facility.