Wednesday, 10 December 2025
The functionalist Grand Palace by architect Josef Gočár will reopen to the public on 29 October 2025 following nearly two years of renovation. Developer PSN has completed the restoration of the landmark building, transforming it into a modern department store that connects historical architecture with contemporary city life.
Originally conceived as a multifunctional complex for the growing city of Pardubice, the Grand has now regained its original purpose. The refurbishment, carried out by the OVA studio in collaboration with PPP design, preserves the building’s early 20th-century character while introducing modern design and technology.
According to Ondřej Heřman, director of PSN’s Pardubice branch, the project was shaped by public feedback. “We focused on everyday convenience – adding parking, essential shops, and varied dining options – while restoring one of Pardubice’s most valuable architectural buildings,” he said.
The renewed Grand Department Store will include 29 commercial units with more than 3,500 m² of retail and service space. Tenants include BILLA, dm, Pompo, and several food and beverage brands such as Popeyes, Lviv Croissants, Costa Coffee, and a restaurant from the Together group under the name Struhadlo. A CineStar Boutique Cinema, due to open in spring 2026, will add cultural programming to the complex, while a co-working space beneath a glass vault will provide workspace in the restored upper level.
The renovation also introduces a glass hall on Míru Street, opening the building visually to the surrounding city. Art installations curated by Ondřej Škarek’s Art Lines and works by Jiří Machta, Marek Schovánka, and Maxim Velčovský provide artistic accents to the interior.
Construction work was carried out by companies within the Enteria group, including Marhold and Chládek a Tintěra Pardubice. The project represents an investment of more than half a billion crowns.
The reopening marks a significant moment for Pardubice, restoring one of its most notable architectural landmarks and adapting it for contemporary use as a place for shopping, dining, and community life.
