CHYBIK + KRISTOF Win the 2026 Czech Architecture Award
The studio CHYBIK + KRISTOF, founded by Ondřej Chybík and
Michal Krištof—both alumni and faculty members of FA BUT—has won the main prize in the 11th
edition of the Czech Architecture Award. The international jury recognized
their design for the Horácká Multifunctional Arena in Jihlava.
Photo: Ondřej Besperát
The jury was particularly impressed by the sensitive
integration of the large-scale building into the urban fabric, as well as its
handling of scale and terrain. They also praised the consistency of the
architectural concept, which encompasses the design of the facades, interiors,
lighting, and custom furniture.
The arena was built on the site of the former ice rink near
Jihlava's historic center. In addition to serving as the home base for the HC
Dukla Jihlava ice hockey club, it functions as a cultural and community hub.
The complex also includes publicly accessible facilities, such as a restaurant,
accommodation, a gym, and a rooftop running track.
The Horácká Multifunctional Arena also succeeded in the
public vote, taking home the Public Choice Award alongside the main prize. This
marks yet another major achievement for the project, as the arena was also
recently awarded the top prize at the 2026 Grand Prix Architektů.
Ondřej Chybík and Michal Krištof also discussed the arena's
design, its relationship to Jihlava, and the studio's work on the Czech
Television program ArtZóna. The interview is available in the Czech Television
archive: Guests Ondřej Chybík and Michal Krištof – ArtZóna.
Congratulations to Ondřej Chybík, Michal Krištof, and the
entire team!
More information: Horácká Multifunctional Arena – Czech
Architecture Award 2026
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