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The Czech Centre London actively promotes the Czech Republic by showcasing Czech culture, innovations and creativity in the UK.
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March 20, 2025
Czech Centre’s Women in Focus series returns this March, once again exploring the field of architecture. After an inspiring evening with world-renowned Czech-born architect Eva Jiřičná in September 2023, we are delighted to welcome Lenka Petráková, Associate at Zaha Hadid Architects. Throughout her career, Lenka has explored architecture through engineering, design, and legal frameworks, shaping her holistic approach to the built environment. She condensed 20 years of study into just 13, balancing full-time work and education. This dual perspective has enabled groundbreaking academic projects and informed her professional practice, particularly in leading projects atZaha Hadid Architects. A key milestone was The 8th ContinentⓇ – Ocean Cleaning and Research Station, which reinforced her commitment to sustainable architecture. Her research focuses on evolving design strategies for sustainability, explored in her PhD, and decarbonising construction through legal and procurement strategies at King’s College London. She will discuss the challenges of pushing beyond societal limits on ambition, the importance of a strong support network, and the drive that fuels her continuous pursuit of knowledge and innovation. Lenka Petráková Associate, Zaha Hadid Architects Before joining Zaha Hadid Architects in 2017, Lenka gained international experience in New York, Vienna, and Bratislava. She specialises in design development and technical coordination across residential, hospitality, and office projects. Currently, she is Lead Architect for the Le Schuylkill refurbishment in Monaco, overseeing design, planning, and team management. Her expertise spans Europe, America, Asia, and the Middle East. She has played a key role in major office projects in China, including Taikang Headquarters (Wuhan), OPPO Headquarters (Shenzhen) and CECEP (Shanghai),], focusing on planning, technical coordination, and interior design. Lenka completed her PhD in 2024 on Design Inspired by Nature. Her passion for sustainability has earned her prestigious awards, including the 2020 GRAND PRIX AWARD from the Jacques Rougerie Foundation and the 2022 Peace Prize from The International Peace Committee. Her work has been exhibited at the Venice Biennale, the UN Ocean Conference, and 2020 Dubai Expo. She holds degrees in Civil Engineering, Architecture, and Urban Design from the Slovak University of Technology and a Master’s from the University of Applied Arts. In 2023, she is pursuing Construction Law and Dispute Resolution at King’s College London, reinforcing her commitment to guiding projects from concept to completion. Lenka will be in conversation with Marko Margeta Marko Margeta Marko Margeta is an Associate at Bjarke Ingels Group in London, with over 20 years of experience in the AEC and CGI industries, including 11 years specialising in computational design. A registered architect, designer, and computational specialist, he has broad expertise in BIM, sustainability, procedural and parametric design. His diverse portfolio spans projects of all scales—from product design to large-scale masterplans—realised internationally, including in China, the Middle East, and Germany. Event took place on Tue 18 Mar 2025 19:00, Czech Centre at the Czech Embassy Cinema. More information about upcoming events: https://london.czechcentres.cz/en/program #womeninfocus #czechcentrelondon #lenkapetrakova
February 25, 2025
In the latest episode of (when) Art Talks, we explore the rich history of Czech graphic design through the lens of Identity, a groundbreaking multi-genre project. Our guests are co-author Filip Blažek and producer Michal Gregorini. Join our host Sabina Tocháčková as she uncovers insights and behind-the-scenes stories from the project's creation. https://london.czechcentres.cz/en/ #(when)arttalks #identita
January 28, 2025
In this episode of (when) Art Talks, we explore the rich legacy and artistry of the Smetana Trio, one of the most renowned Czech chamber ensembles. Celebrating 90 years since its founding, the trio continues to perform on the world’s most iconic stages, including earlier this month at the Wigmore Hall. Join our host, Sabina Tocháčková, and learn more about their history, inspiration, and artistic journey. https://london.czechcentres.cz/en/ #(when)arttalks #thesmetanatrio
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