Winternitz Villa in Prague's Smíchov district is a functionalist building from 1931–1932, designed by Adolf Loos and Karel Lhota for lawyer Josef Winternitz. It was the last project completed during Loos's lifetime and is a listed cultural monument. Since 2017 the villa has been open to the public as a gallery, offering guided tours, exhibitions, a cultural programme, and experiential overnight stays.
Na Cihlářce 10, 150 00 Praha 5
Sun-Wed 12:00-18:00, Thu-Sat closed (free entry); guided tours Sat and Sun
Expert-led tour of Adolf Loos's iconic Winternitz Villa, featuring architectural insights and prosecco. Saturday mornings and afternoons in Prague.
An evening guided tour of Winternitzova Vila featuring commentary and a choice of prosecco or apple juice.
Opening of an exhibition on 1980s Japanese architecture curated by Adam Štěch, featuring bold postmodern designs inspired by comics and sci-fi. Free entry.
English-guided tour of Adolf Loos's architectural masterpiece from 1932, revealing the villa's history and the philosophy of Raumplan.
An exhibition of Japanese architecture from the 1980s in Prague. The creative group Okolo presents buildings inspired by comics and science fiction, curated by Adam Štěch.
An art history lecture examining the ideal of beauty and harmony in the development of artistic traditions.
The third lecture in an art history series exploring decadence and the aesthetics of ugliness in artistic development.
A concert by singer Karolína Soukupová and her band at Winternitzova vila, styled as a 1930s salon evening with international hits and original compositions.
The second lecture in a series on art history, exploring the painting "The Cage of Fierce Beasts" and its artistic context.
A lecture on architectural history examining the role of ornament in contemporary design, based on Adolf Loos's classic essay.
An art history lecture about the power that conquered the world. Part of a course series at Winternitzova vila.
A lecture tracing architectural history from Egyptian pyramids to contemporary prefabricated housing.
A Czech-Polish quartet led by trumpeter and composer Stepanka Balcarova and Malgorzata Hutek performs at Winternitzova vila.
A lecture on Czech architectural cubism and its pioneering figures, with a tour of the Winternitzova villa and its current exhibition.
A lecture on Czech painting, sculpture and architecture from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, covering Mucha, symbolism and the Sursum group.
A guided walking tour through the historic Malvazinky district with a commentary from Winternitzova vila. Discover the fascinating history of one of Prague's most interesting neighbourhoods.
A guided tour through the historic Malvazinky neighbourhood, exploring its architecture and cultural heritage. The first route focuses on the history of Black Hill.
An art history lecture exploring the development of Czech illustration from Mikoláš Aleš to Jiří Trnka, with a tour of the villa and its current exhibition.
A lecture on ancient Egyptian and Mesopotamian art and its impact on totalitarian art, with a chance to explore the villa and its current exhibition.
A theatrical performance by the POMEZÍ ensemble created specifically for Winternitzova vila. The show is sold out.
A lecture series exploring 20th-century architecture through its major movements, key figures and landmark buildings. Nineteen sessions held fortnightly on Tuesday evenings.
An 18-session course exploring 20th-century art history, from Art Nouveau to modern movements, held biweekly on Mondays in Prague.
A 19-lecture art history course exploring special topics, trends and phenomena. Classes meet every other Tuesday evening.
A 19-lecture art history course covering from prehistoric times to the 19th century, meeting every other Monday evening.
The POMEZÍ theatre ensemble presents a special performance in Winternitzova vila. Set in 1933 at a modernist villa's opening, the play brings together seven young people.
An art history lecture exploring brutalism and sculpturalism, held in Prague.
A site-specific theatrical project staged in Winternitzova vila, telling the story of grandmother Jenny Winternitzova through her grandchildren's cherished memories.
An art history lecture on Italian architect Renzo Piano and his approach to light and space. Individual lectures from the year-long course can be attended as standalone sessions.
A lecture on Japanese post-war architecture by architect Adam Štěch, part of the exhibition at Winternitzova vila.
A photographic and architectural study by Adam Štěch exploring Japan's post-war reconstruction and experimental design from 1945 to 1982.
Opening reception of an exhibition on post-war Japanese architecture featuring photographs by Adam Štěch. Free admission in Prague.
A standalone art history lecture exploring graffiti as an artistic medium. Perfect for those without time for a full-year course.
A lecture exploring Adolf Loos's relationships with major painters of his time, especially Oskar Kokoschka and Jan Zrzavý, and their impact on his vision of modern culture.
Evening guided tour of Adolf Loos's Winternitz Villa featuring the building's architecture and the family's history, with a glass of prosecco or apple juice on the terrace.
Guided tour of Winternitz Villa, a masterpiece by architect Adolf Loos. Your guide will explain Loos's Raumplan concept and the history of this cultural monument.
An exhibition of Russian artist Viktor Pivovarov's drawings and literary texts, presented alongside the publication of the book Och!