Building of the Year 2024 – Multifunctional Sports Hall in Slaný
Location: Slaný, Central Bohemia Region
Building of the Year
Number of Votes Received: 39,424
The sports hall in Slaný has been awarded the People’s Choice Award in the prestigious Building of the Year 2024competition, garnering thousands of votes from its supporters.
This competition, organized by the Foundation for the Development of Architecture and Construction in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry and Trade and other partners, recognizes the most significant and high-quality construction projects in the Czech Republic.
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ANNOUNCEMENT OF BUILDING OF THE YEAR 2024
On Friday, November 8, 2024, the Dvořák Hall of the Rudolfinum in Prague will host the grand announcement of the titles and additional awards for the 32nd annual Building of the Year competition. Awards will be presented to the participants of the nominated projects during the event, organized by the Foundation for the Development of Architecture and Construction. The evening will be hosted by actors Martina Preissová and Tomáš Novotný.
Building of the Year is the largest nationwide competition in the field of architecture and construction, annually showcasing the achievements of Czech companies, individuals, and institutions within and beyond the Czech Republic. The competition is announced and organized by the Foundation for the Development of Architecture and Construction as a foundation program overseen by the program council, in collaboration with the co-organizers of the competition—the Ministry of Industry and Trade, ČKAIT, and the Association of Building Entrepreneurs.
The main partners of this year’s 32nd edition include renowned companies such as BAUMIT, CEMEX, Wienerberger, EGOE, and the Czech Agency for Standardization.
Uniqueness of the Construction
This multifunctional sports hall in Slaný was implemented by Hupro, with the architectural design attributed to Ing. arch. Jiří Žák and co-author Ing. Michaela Vacková. The overall concept of the building combines modern design with efficient energy use.
The hall, divided into two parts, integrates a sports area with arched roofing and a two-story facility. From the outside, the hall features a distinctive grey-bronze facade made of galvanized corrugated sheets.
The state-of-the-art interior enables a wide range of sports activities, including futsal, floorball, basketball, volleyball, tennis, foot volleyball, and handball.
The facility also includes a small gymnasium for dance, exercise, or children’s activities. The main sports area provides seating capacity for 250 spectators, with an additional 50–60 standing places on the gallery.
The main playing area, measuring 44 x 25 meters, includes safety zones, locker rooms for athletes and referees, public restrooms, and a sports bar overlooking the playing field. On the first floor, there is an exercise hall (29 x 9 meters), a clubhouse, a kitchenette, and offices. The entire building is designed to be accessible, accommodating individuals with reduced mobility.
Energy Efficiency
The Building of the Year meets the requirements for low energy consumption.
Its energy efficiency is ensured by heat pumps and photovoltaic panels with a capacity of 55 kW, complemented by a battery storage system that covers up to a third of the hall’s energy needs.
This approach not only reduces operational costs but also promotes an eco-friendly approach to modern construction.
Project Significance
The sports hall in Slaný offers the local community a space for active leisure and enhances the city’s sports infrastructure. Ladislav Peška, chairman of the Slaný Sports Club, highlighted the well-thought-out internal layout of the hall, which has received great admiration from visitors.
Although the hall meets high standards for hosting sports events, the lack of accommodation facilities presents a challenge for further development. The club is already planning to address this issue and expand its visitor capacity.
New Year’s Tournament Opened the New Sports Hall in Slaný
On January 5, 2024, the multifunctional Sports Hall Háje in Slaný was officially opened during the New Year’s Tournament of Slaný schools.
This modern passive building has enriched the city with top-class sports facilities, providing space for seven ball sportsand a gym equipped with a mirrored wall for aerobics, dance, or other activities.
The total construction cost amounted to CZK 128 million (excluding VAT), with the city managing to secure a subsidy of nearly CZK 25 million.
Grand Opening and School Tournament
The ceremonial opening of the hall was attended by representatives of the construction contractor, Metal Quatro, led by chief site manager František Zlatohlávek, designer Jiří Žák from AS Project Pelhřimov, and city leaders, including Magdalena Stýblová, the city’s development manager, and Mayor Martin Hrabánek.
The event also featured prominent figures from politics and sports, such as Jan Skopeček, Vice-Chairman of the Chamber of Deputies, MPs Vojtěch Munzar and Stanislav Berkovec, Deputy Mayors Radek Vondráček and Pavel Rubík, Olympic pole vaulter Štěpán Janáček, and triathlete Tomáš Řenč.
Following the ribbon-cutting ceremony, a tournament in floorball, futsal, and basketball was held, with participation from Slaný schools. The tournament winner was 3rd Elementary School Slaný.
City Representatives’ Reactions
Magdalena Stýblová, the city’s development manager, praised the ecological and multifunctional nature of the building:
“I’m thrilled that we managed to complete this project. The building is environmentally friendly and meets the strict criteria of most ball sports.”
Mayor Martin Hrabánek added:
“The hall meets all the requirements for hosting tournaments and larger sports events. Additionally, it enables high-quality physical education for local school students, which has long been needed.”
Additional Information
The sports hall includes 65 parking spaces, with two equipped with electric vehicle charging stations. Operating hours are from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM. For reservations and further details, visit https://hala-slany.cz.
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