Kohútka Cottage Nový Hrozenkov, Czech Republic cabin, Zlín home photos, Moravia building design, CZ architecture

Kohútka Cottage in Nový Hrozenkov, Czech Republic

11 September 2025

Architects: SENAA

Location: Nový Hrozenkov 241, 756 04 Nový Hrozenkov, Czech Republic

Photos by BoysPlayNice

Kohútka Cottage, Nový Hrozenkov – Czech Republic Home

The Kohutka Cottage is contemporary modern living at its finest; originally designed for the owner of the mountain complex of Kohutka, it is inspired by traditional Wallachian architecture. Spectacular views of the Javorniky mountain range.

Log construction with a saddle roof located on a sloping terrain blends into the surrounding landscape. The design employs traditional architectural elements such as small casement windows, a pronounced roof overhang and pitch, while avoiding dormers and skylights. The eastern side carries the traditional appearance of a Wallachian log cabin, complemented on the western side with large-format glazing that opens views through several valleys.

The construction is situated in the southeast part of the lot. The house is accessed from the east, and the entrance is protected from wind and rain. The entryway leads directly to the living space. The living room has an open floor plan, supported with panoramic windows and an entry leading to the western terrace. The ground floor has an office, a bathroom, and a toilet.

The quiet zone of the house is located in the attic. This section offers a bedroom with a walk-in closet and a balcony—boasting beautiful views—illuminated also by a gable window. The attic also includes a second room and a bathroom.

The basement is accessed from the entryway. This area includes wellness, sauna, technical and storage rooms. Because of the sloping terrain, the wellness area is naturally illuminated under the terrace.

The entire house is designed as a timber structure made from prefabricated sandwich panels, which were manufactured in the valley and assembled on-site in a single day. The building meets low-energy standards. It efficiently harnesses passive solar energy and is heated exclusively via a heat pump connected to underfloor heating. In winter, sunlight warms the interior even at low temperatures; while in summer, the pronounced roof overhang prevents overheating, eliminating the need for air conditioning. The combination of modern technologies and natural principles ensures a comfortable indoor climate throughout the year.

The building is founded on a reinforced concrete slab. The basement is entirely constructed using permanent formwork, with a monolithic ceiling above. The above-ground portion consists entirely of timber construction.

The architecture of the house combines natural tradition with modern technologies and materials, responding thoughtfully to the site, climate, and functional requirements. It creates contemporary living blended perfectly with the local environment.

Kohútka Cottage in Zlín, Czech Republic – Building Information

Website: SENAA – https://www.senaa.cz/

Studio SENAA architekti
Author Václav Navrátil, Jan Sedláček
Contact E-mail navratil(at)senaa.cz
Social media www.instagram.com/senaa_architekti
Studio address Jakubské náměstí 7, 602 00 Brno, Czech Republic
Design team Jan Cihlář, Markéta Raková

Project location: Nový Hrozenkov 241, 756 04 Nový Hrozenkov, Czech Republic

Project year: 2022
Completion year: 2025
Built-up area: 68 sqm
Gross floor area: 170 sqm
Usable floor area: 160 sqm
Plot size: 12000 sqm

Client: Jana and Josef Kocurek
Client’s e-mail: info(at)kohutka.cz
Client’s website: www.kohutka.cz

Photographer: BoysPlayNice, www.boysplaynice.com, info(at)boysplaynice.com

Collaborators and suppliers
Wooden panels: Tomáš Krystyník
Wooden cladding: Martin Kocurek
Interior, furniture, sauna: Robert Valíček

Materials
steel – columns
wooden panels – walls, ceiling
reinforced concrete – basement
solid wood – furniture
MDF – kitchen, cabinets
concrete floor – basement, ground floor

Products and Brands
Skywall window — Janošík Okna-Dveře\www.janosik.cz
faucets — Grohe\www.grohe.com
sanitary ware — Laufen\www.laufen.com
door handles — M&T\www.kliky-mt.cz
lighting — Nordlux\www.nordlux.com

About studio / author
SENAA is an architectural studio founded by Jan Sedlacek and Vaclav Navratil. We have gained extensive professional experience in studios in Brno, Prague, Rotterdam, Los Angeles and New York which we continue to expand. We take an individualist approach to each project. We seek out novel solutions and place great emphasis on economical designs and the affordable implementation of structures. We work in all areas of architecture, ranging from new construction to renovation and interior design.