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Hotel U Sixtu Prague, Czech Republic
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Six historic buildings, with parts dating back to the 11th-century are being combined to become the Hotel U Sixtu. The buildings occupy a prime site facing the old town square along Kings Way, the ancient processional route in downtown Prague.
Lee Harris Pomeroy Associates considers the rich, layered architectural history to be a significant amenity. The firm designed the hotel to provide visitors to Prague with modern convenience with minimal intrusion into the historic fabric. The six existing building will be linked by a new underground concourse that will lead guests through the existing Gothic and Romanesque basements, allowing them to view and experience the archeology of the building as they proceed through the passageway. The concourse will take guests to newly designed lobbies in the individual buildings, and will terminate with a grand courtyard. Consistent with the Hotel U Sixtu's 5-star status, the hotel will offer luxurious guest rooms, a complete health spa with exercise facilities and a swimming pool, and state of the art telephone and facsimile services. The hotel will include new entrances, glass-covered atriums, guest lobbies, and 100 rooms and suites. Two old arcades, once carriage ways leading through the property, will be transformed into public passages leading to a grand courtyard that will be the primary orientation of the new hotel. Prague has a long history of excellent craftsmanship, and the iron and glass for canopies, storefronts and atrium roofs will be the work of local artisans. Opening in late 1997, the hotel will be operated by Kempenski. |
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For more information contact:
Lee Harris Pomeroy Associates / Architects |
