Immerse yourself in the majesty of the past, thoughtfully intertwined with the sensibilities of modern design at Helf?týn Castle. Located in Týn nad Be?vou, Czech Republic, this prominent castle rests loftily above the Moravian Gate valley. Atelier-R masterfully blended medieval aesthetics with practical, contemporary architecture in 2020, unveiling a new layer of allure in this 14th-century gem.
The innovative renovation, marked by glass roofing, corten footbridges, and polished concrete paths, showcases a breathtaking balance of past and present, resonating with the castle’s iron craftsmanship tradition.

About Helf?týn Castle
Heritage Reimagined
Perched atop the Moravian Gate valley, Helf?týn Castle proudly stands as the Czech Republic’s second-largest complex, following Prague Castle. This 14th-century architectural marvel encountered a roadblock in 2014, when its Renaissance palace ruins shuttered due to severe safety issues like crumbling masonry. Restoration and Innovation
The castle owner, Olomouc Region, primarily sought to renovate the palace and construct a new roof. However, the National Heritage Institute championed the preservation of the building as a ruin. They allowed a partial roof only as high as the surrounding walls.
Uniquely, project planning leveraged a 3D model, mapped through thousands of drone-captured photos, highlighting all plaster and masonry modifications.
Bringing Helf?týn Castle back to life
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