Thursday, 2 July 2026
Building automation specialist Loxone has appointed Petr Skála as Country Manager for the Czech Republic, reflecting the company’s plans to expand its presence as demand for intelligent building technologies continues to grow across both residential and commercial real estate.
Skála joined the company in 2021 and has been responsible for developing commercial projects and supporting the implementation of automation systems across a range of developments, including residential schemes, hotels, logistics facilities and retail properties. In his new position, he will oversee the company’s commercial activities and strategic development in the Czech market.
The leadership change follows an internal reorganisation within Loxone’s Central and Eastern European operations. Former Czech country head Pavel Lískovec has completed his transition to the role of Director for Eastern Europe, where he now oversees country managers in the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Poland, as well as export activities in markets where the company does not yet operate through local subsidiaries.
According to Loxone, the Czech market is experiencing growing interest in building automation as developers increasingly integrate digital building management systems into new projects. Technologies designed to improve energy efficiency, optimise building operations and enhance occupant comfort are becoming more common across a wider range of asset classes rather than being limited to premium residential developments.
The company estimates that residential projects currently account for around 60% of its installations in the Czech Republic, while commercial properties represent approximately 35%. Loxone expects demand from commercial real estate developers to continue increasing as investors place greater emphasis on operational efficiency, sustainability and lower lifecycle operating costs.
Its Czech project portfolio includes developments by several residential developers, while automation technologies have also been deployed in logistics facilities, industrial buildings, hospitality projects and selected retail locations.
The appointment reflects broader trends within the European real estate sector, where digital building management systems are becoming an increasingly important component of new developments. Smart building technologies enable owners and occupiers to monitor and control lighting, heating, ventilation, cooling, security and energy consumption through integrated platforms, supporting both operational performance and environmental objectives.
As regulatory requirements surrounding building efficiency continue to tighten and occupiers place greater emphasis on sustainability and user experience, demand for integrated automation systems is expected to continue expanding across both residential and commercial real estate markets.
