Establishment of Dvořáček and Janura Parks in Kamenický Šenov
The restoration of neglected public spaces and the creation of Dvořáček and Janura Parks helped restore a sense of pride to the citizens of the once‑famous glassmaking town.
About the Transformation
What we have accomplished
Kamenický Šenov, a town of four thousand inhabitants, lacked a well‑maintained public space. The areas where two beautiful parks now lie used to be an unsightly jungle. Together with the city, we transformed the neglected areas beyond recognition. We also involved the local community in the restoration, including choosing the new park names.
Park Restoration
2006–2009
Total Area
0.86 ha and 0.44 ha
Project Selection
Grant call 2006 / Pilot project of the Parks programme
Project Authors
AND Architectural Studio
Budget
22 million CZK
Foundation Financial Support
20 million CZK
More about the transformation
The transformation was accompanied by successful participatory activities, during which the residents rediscovered their town's forgotten history and discussed the new park designs with architects from Atelier AND. The public helped choose the new park names through a survey and subsequent voting. The names commemorate two important teachers who once worked in Kamenický Šenov (Jan Dvořáček and Josef Janura).
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