New 16-story mixed-use building planned for central Zlín

A new high-rise development is planned for the center of Zlín, featuring offices, rental apartments, a hotel, and a rooftop observation terrace. The project, named Prospect, will be constructed behind the Zlín department store on the site of a former bank building.

The development, estimated to cost just under one billion CZK, is intended to revitalize the Práce square area. Demolition of the existing structure is scheduled for this summer, with construction expected to begin by the end of 2025 and completion projected for late 2027. PSG Construction, based in Otrokovice, will serve as the general contractor.

The project comprises a 58-meter-tall tower—the second tallest building in the city after the Baťa skyscraper—and an adjacent low-rise hotel building with 80 rooms. The development will also include 58 residential units, 3,700 square meters of office space, a restaurant, underground parking for approximately 200 vehicles, and a pedestrian zone.

Architect Juraj Sonlajtner, who contributed to the design, emphasized the importance of integrating the new structure with the city’s architectural heritage. He described the tower as a “glass crystal” designed to reflect the surrounding Baťa-era buildings, including the nearby skyscraper and Interhotel Zlín.

The project has received support from the City Architect’s Office, which noted the building’s alignment with Zlín’s architectural tradition while incorporating modern design elements. Mayor Jiří Korec (ANO) welcomed the initiative, citing it as a positive step for the city’s development.

Source: CTK