Discover House Inside a Ruin in Jeví?ko, Czech republic ? a house that was once looted and rebuilt into a granary under the communist regime. Designed by ORA in 2020, this remarkable project is a manifesto of how to respect old houses without demolishing or reconstructing them dogmatically.
The house combines the low and high, intertwining the new with the old and respecting the character of the ruin. The garden is a natural part of the landscape, offering tranquillity and stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Enjoy modern living with the conveniences of a tiled stove and a kitchen, plus individual rooms with bathrooms.

About House Inside a Ruin
Introducing a Fascinating Reconstruction
We had the privilege of reconstructing a fascinating building. The former homestead, transformed into a granary during the communist regime, had suffered significant damage, been looted, and had its layout rearranged for another purpose. During our initial visit to the site, we analyzed its joints, niches, and protrusions to uncover its original form. Despite its mistreatment, the house had not lost any of its grandeur. On the contrary, its placement, rise to the sky, and resilient matter demonstrated its high quality. It was a ruin to the bone, with nothing more than a brick envelope and roof remaining. We asked ourselves if the house still had the chance to return to its original form. We dismissed the idea of a traditional repair or any other imitation, a...