W Hotel Prague Location City: Prague, Czech Republic

A building of authentic historical charm and contemporary luxury in the heart of the Czech capital.

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Sectors:
Hospitality
Services:
Interiors
Studios:
Prague
Client:
Hotel Evropa Praha s.r.o.

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Key Info

Includes:
161 guestrooms and suites alongside unique features such as a signature W Lounge and a rooftop bar boasting sweeping city views
Area:
11,500m2
Status:
Completed 2024

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Merging Prague’s rich history with modern design elements

Chapman Taylor oversaw the renovation of the hotel’s heritage areas, although the overall architectural design was collaborative. One of the central design motifs was the concept of the ‘elixir’, a nod to mythical potions of eternal life. This golden elixir theme was infused throughout the property, adding a touch of enchantment from the hotel’s façade to its communal spaces and guestrooms.

The hotel occupies the former Grand Hotel Evropa, an iconic Art Nouveau-style building that opened in 1905.

Enhancing design details from the past

In keeping with this magical theme, whimsical references to a ‘fantastical garden’ are woven into the design. The hotel’s entrance flows effortlessly into the reception area, where modern brass metal mesh desks contrast elegantly with Art Nouveau light fixtures. The adjacent atrium, featuring original stucco detailing from 1905 and restored illustrations from 1925, now includes a striking glass installation highlighting the past and present blend.

A range of lounges and bars

The W Lounge, the hotel’s social hub, was designed with a central bar framed by fluted columns, inviting guests to relax in a space filled with soft blues, greens, and terracotta furnishings. The Above Rooftop Bar continues the bold design vision with vibrant tile accents, bespoke joinery, and custom-made furniture. Formerly a hotspot for Prague’s elite in the 1920s, the Grand Café was also revived and now features a branch of Le Petit Beefbar by Monaco-based restaurateur Riccardo Giraudi.

W Hotel Prague dynamically fuses Prague’s history with the W brand’s cutting-edge design, offering both locals and visitors a luxurious and enchanting escape in the city.

Pavla Doležalová (Ing. arch.)

Architect

Pavla graduated from the Faculty of Architecture at the Czech Technical University in 2008 and studied at Facoltà di Architettura, Università La Sapienza in Rome, from 2005–2006. She has worked at several respected architectural studios in the Czech Republic and abroad. She specialises in interior design and excels as a team coordinator and project manager.

Pavla led the interiors team for the sensitive restoration and reconstruction of Hotel Evropa in Prague, focusing primarily on the historic building dating from 1905. She was key in designing and implementing significant new features to complement the original Art Nouveau interiors. These include a 4-meter-high chandelier inspired by the transformation of raw minerals into the exquisite crystal of the famous Bohemian glass tradition, a new bar in the French Restaurant, stained glass vitrines, the hotel spa, and numerous other additions. Pavla’s responsibilities included overseeing the design development of bespoke interiors, negotiating with heritage authorities, conducting detailed reviews of execution documentation, and coordinating with all trades and suppliers. She supported the client team through regular site inspections and communicated effectively across diverse teams.

Pavla currently leads the Prague studio's interiors team and contributes to wider Chapman Taylor Group projects.

Areas of expertise:

Interiors / Workplace / Hospitality / Retail

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