The National Technical Museum's Centre for Building Heritage in Plasy hosts a dedicated exhibition to Jan Kaplický. This display functions as a study cabinet, showcasing models that reveal the evolution and intricate details of his bold, futuristic architectural designs. Visitors can explore his imagination, often inspired by nature, and understand his significant contributions to modern architecture.
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This permanent exhibition at the National Technical Museum's Centre for Building Heritage in Plasy explores the futuristic architectural designs of Jan Kaplický. Visitors can view models of his projects and understand the development and details of his imaginative work, which often drew inspiration from nature.
Jan Kaplický, known for his bold futuristic architecture, experimentation with new shapes and materials, and imagination inspired by nature, is the focus of this permanent exhibition. Hosted at the National Technical Museum's Centre for Building Heritage in Plasy, the exhibition serves as a 'study cabinet' for visitors to delve into Kaplický's work. It showcases models of his projects, illustrating their evolution over time, the transformations and possibilities of individual buildings, and their intricate details. Kaplický's company, Future Systems, received numerous prestigious international awards, and in the Czech Republic, he is widely recognized for his controversial project for the new National Library in Prague. This exhibition aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of his contributions to modern architecture.
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