1. Architecture and Building Culture Policy of the Czech Republic
Brno, 15 February 2018
Roman VODNÝ
Josef MORKUS

2. Basic Information Non-legislative document
Approved by governmental resolution 22 on 14 Jan 2015
Motivation, not restriction
Main aim:
support quality of built-up environment and strengthen interest in harmonious urban environment

3. Authors Ministry of Regional Development
Institute for Spatial Development
Cooperation:
Czech Chamber of Architects
Czech Chamber of Engineers and Technicians
Association for Urban and Regional Planning of the Czech Republic
Universities, NGOs...
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4. History
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5. Distribution
3000 printed copies, incl attached to a professional magazine
Regional and local planning authorities
Published in the Government Gazette for municipalities and regions
Conferences
Info in newspaper and professional websites
English version
Multi language leaflets
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6. Contents Goals and users Basic terms Related legal regulation
Relevant documents
Analysis
Vision
Themes and objectives (8 topics)
Implementation (71 measures with set timeframe and responsible organisations)
Authors
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7. Implementation Report - December 2017
Basic information
Distribution, publicizing, conferences
Overview of foreign policies
General benefits
Fulfilment of measures
Future changes
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8. Vision Objectives and measures should lead to: Quality in architecture
Economical buildings, well set into the surroundings
Friendly public space
Good urban-rural relation and harmonious landscape
Respect for local specificities
Architecture as part of cultural heritage
Education of general public
Interest in quality of built-up environment
Complex and integrated approach

9. 1. Landscape and settlements arrangement
Positively influence development of settlement structure.
Minimize expansion of settlements into landscape.
Ensure adequate access to public infrastructure.
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10. 2. Public Space
Ensure sufficient availability of public spaces and their mutual interconnection.
Ensure good quality of public spaces.
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11. 3. Integration of Buildings into the Surroundings
Ensure linkage of new buildings to the character and structure of valuable existing urban fabric.
Protect and strengthen character of elements creating identity and support uniqueness of the area.
Assess and strengthen the role of city / regional architects
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12. 4. Public Procurement
Demand the highest quality in tenders for public works.
Use architectural competitions and design contests for buildings financed from public budgets.
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13. 5. Projects and sustainability of buildings
Ensure project documentation in the highest quality
Standards of documentation, price standards.
Pay increased attention to the economy of construction, operation and maintenance of buildings.
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14. 6. Education Expand continuous lifelong education of public officers.
Expand the system of further education of planners and designers.
Support and develop education and awareness-raising at all schooling levels.
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15. 7. Awareness and Media
Emphasize wider presentation of topics of architecture in public media.
Promote examples of good practice of building and subsequent maintenance of the completed work.
Raise awareness about complex approach to environment.
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16. 8. Research and Development
Support and develop research activities focusing on architecture and building culture.
Utilize research and development results in practice.
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17. Future Topics to Discuss
Better promotion of Czech architecture
Digitization
Sustainability and resilience of buildings
Heritage protection, including 20th century
Vernacular architecture
Local, regional and European architecture policies
State and regional architects
Architecture and politics
General assessment and update in 2020

18. Ministry of Regional Development
Ing. Roman VODNÝ, Ph.D.
Director of Spatial Planning Department
Ing. arch. Josef MORKUS, Ph.D.
Head of Conception and Methodical Unit
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