all the while blending with the landscape and ensuring easy access Advanced solutions such as Swiss air-lux windows with patented air-assisted seals and a heating and cooling system using heat pumps maintain a comfortable indoor climate throughout the year even in a house with low heat storage capacity The thoughtful and unique layout of the contemporary residence aims to ensure both privacy and convenience Access to the building is provided via an underground tunnel from the garage which also houses a studio and a fitness area The tunnel leads to the base of one of the pillars where an elevator transports residents to the main living area an intermediate stop grants access to a service room At the heart of the home is a living room with an adjunct kitchen and dining area—a welcoming space for everyday living The living area opens up to a south-facing terrace which links the house to the lush terrain and the sunlit upper section of the garden The house's design is completed by a “bridge” that protrudes to divide the space into two distinct zones: the children's rooms on one end and the primary bedroom complete with an en-suite bath and stunning views on the other culminated from the dialogue between the architect and the landscape designer Anushka is intrigued by the power words hold in translating seemingly mundane things into something magnificent An avid vocalist and a fitness enthusiast driven by her passion for writing and researching and guided by her formal education and training she strives to explore the space where tangible forms meet intangible emotions From vernacular knowledge to modern sustainability Middle Eastern pavilions serve as living archives of architectural thought offering fresh frameworks for global adoption STIR engages with the curators of the Togo Oman and Qatar pavilions—debuting at the Venice Architecture Biennale 2025—on representation the book presents a fictional story depicting algorithms exercising control over humans and how this affects the built environment Tipnis shares how the toolbox democratises the practice of restoration via DIY resources to repair tangible urban heritage made of common building materials Exclusive preview for subscribers. Learn More Make your fridays matter. Learn More © Copyright 2019-2025 STIR Design Private Limited Please confirm your email address and we’ll send you a link to reset your password All your bookmarks will be available across all your devices Password must be 8 characters long including one capital letter By creating an account, you acknowledge and agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy by STIR Select the Conversation Category you would like to watch Please enter your details and click submit Single account access for STIRworld.com,STIRpad.com and exclusive STIRfri content Verification link sent to check your inbox or spam folder to complete sign up process by Anushka Sharma | Published on : Mar 12 This morning saw the inaugural voyage of the P4 ferry, Prague’s first suburban ferry, which aims to offer faster connections between Prague and the village of Černošice via an already existing cruise line operating along the scenic Berounka River basin The seasonal project is now in its testing phases; the city’s integrated transport department said in a press statement that it will recognize PID tickets for passengers traveling to Černošice-Mokropsy via the new Prague-Kazín suburban ferry approximately 450 meters from the 243 bus line and cruises towards Černošice- Mokropsy located 600 meters from the railway station Černošice-Mokropsy which operates on line S7 Passengers will be able to combine the ferry with trains to Černošice or the bus line to Lipence and can travel on a standard Prague transport ticket valid for the first outer tariff zone SMS tickets are not available for use during the testing period The new P4 ferry will operate daily between about 9:50 and 19:00 at intervals of 60 minutes; it is a wheelchair accessible boat with a capacity of 40 passengers. The timetable can be found here While the ferry is being established to offer easier connections along the route it’s also good news for anyone planning a summer day trip—the Černošice area is rich with hiking trails Currently, there are several other ferries operating in Prague on the Vltava, see our article here for more information Your morning coffee deserves a great companion. Why not enjoy it with our daily newsletter? News from Czechia, curated insights, and inspiring stories in English.