Design Museum Prague
About This Museum
The Design Museum Prague is a relative newcomer to the city's cultural scene, having carved out its niche in a beautifully restored historic building in Malá Strana. It feels less like a dusty archive and more like a vibrant, ongoing conversation about Czech design. You'll find everything from the iconic curvaceous glassware of the 20th century to contemporary product design and digital interfaces. The curators have a knack for creating engaging, thematic exhibitions that connect everyday objects to bigger cultural ideas. It’s a place that will make you look at the ordinary world with new eyes.
Collection Highlights
Look for stunning collections of Bohemian glass and ceramics, alongside exhibits tracing the evolution of Czech furniture and industrial design. One of their strengths is showcasing lesser-known designers alongside household names, often focusing on clever, utilitarian objects you might have grown up with.
Visitor Information
Tucked away on a quiet street near Charles Bridge, it's a perfect cultural pitstop. The museum is compact enough to enjoy in an hour or two, making it an ideal escape from the crowds.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a former seminary, the building itself is a piece of history with beautiful Baroque and Renaissance elements. Inside, the restoration brilliantly contrasts these ancient vaulted ceilings and stone walls with sleek, modern exhibition design.
Contact & Location
Address: 86/11, U Lužického semináře, Malá Strana, Praha 1, Praha, obvod Praha 1, Hlavní město Praha, Praha, 118 00, Česko
Phone: +420 602 771 776
Website: Visit Website
