Prague Attic Converted Into Sprawling Dejvice Duplex
Architects Michal Rys and Soňa Rysová, working alongside the Arpis studio, have transformed an atypical space in the top floor of a historic residential building in Prague’s Dejvice district into a duplex that functions as an autonomous family home.
Panoramic Vistas Over Hradčany and Troja
The fifth-floor unit spans both east and west orientations, drawing abundant daylight through oversized windows framed by the architects. These glass panels capture wide views extending across Hradčany, Hanspaulka, and Troja, providing the owners with expansive cityscapes from their living area.
Open Plan Layout Uses Wood Metal and Glass
Inside the residence, the kitchen, dining room, and living room flow into a unified open-plan environment designed to keep the family connected. Wood, metal, and glass dominate the material palette, featuring light wood surfaces balanced by exposed black metal structures across the ceilings and staircase. Custom bookshelves, an indoor fireplace, and numerous houseplants complete the interior.
Rooftop Garden and Outdoor Kitchen
Connecting directly to the main living quarters is a střešní terasa oriented toward a quiet interior courtyard. This open-air extension houses a complete outdoor kitchen featuring a work surface and a sink, alongside seating areas, an outdoor fireplace, and mature greenery including an olive tree.
Interior of the Year Competition Timeline
The project highlights contemporary Czech residential design ahead of the 12th annual Interiér roku awards. Organizers confirmed that creators can submit residential and public projects until February 28, 2027, with winners scheduled to receive original Stella porcelain sculptures at the DOX Centre for Contemporary Art.
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