Friday, 20 March 2026
A new mixed-use development in Prague’s Vysočany district is progressing, as developer Corwin moves forward with the Dvory Vysočany project. The scheme will transform former industrial and commercial sites near Libeň railway station into a residential-led neighbourhood with supporting amenities.
The project, designed in collaboration with urban planners Jan Gehl and David Sim alongside Czech architectural studio OVA, is being developed on brownfield land previously occupied by the Včela cooperative and Pražírna facilities. The first phase is currently under construction, with the full project expected to deliver more than 1,000 apartments, along with office space and local services.
Local authorities have expressed support for the redevelopment, noting its contribution to the regeneration of underutilised land and its potential to improve connectivity between Vysočany and Žižkov. Prague has increasingly prioritised brownfield redevelopment as a way to accommodate growth while limiting urban sprawl.
According to representatives of the city, the project follows a traditional block-based urban layout, organising buildings around streets and internal courtyards. This approach is intended to create a clearer distinction between public and private spaces, while supporting pedestrian movement and local activity.
Officials from Prague 9 also highlighted the importance of the scheme for the wider area, which has long been identified for redevelopment. As one of the first large-scale projects in this location, it is expected to influence future development patterns in the district.
The Prague Institute of Planning and Development noted that the use of block structures and courtyards reflects established urban planning principles, contributing to a more coherent streetscape and functional public realm.
Beyond residential units, the project will include retail space, community facilities such as a preschool, and landscaped courtyards. The development aims to integrate housing with everyday services and public space, reflecting a broader trend toward mixed-use urban regeneration projects in Prague.
Once completed, Dvory Vysočany is expected to contribute to the ongoing transformation of Prague’s former industrial zones into residential and mixed-use neighbourhoods, supporting both housing supply and urban renewal.
