History

Background and Context

The American Ambassador’s Residence in Prague, historically known as the Petschek Villa, built between the years of 1924-1929 by the Austrian architect Max Spielmann, is considered a triple touchstone of History. Follow this link for more information about Background and Context of the Villa Petschek. 

Chronology of Development of Use

Follow this link for more information about the Chronology of Development and Use of the Villa Petschek. 
Petschek & Co. Stamp, Prague, Czech Republic.
Circa 1941: US Amb. to Russia Laurence Steinhardt on phone at his desk in Spaso House which was formerly the Ambassador's private residence, but is now the American Embassy's HQ.. (Photo by Margaret Bourke-White/Time & Life Pictures/Getty Images)

DSN S 546: Interdisciplinary Design Studio, Spring 2018
College of Design | Iowa State University
Preservation & Cultural Heritage Czech Republic: International Perspectives and Design Issues

Professors:
Diane Al Shihabi, Ph.D.
Department of Interior Design
379 Design
dshihabi@iastate.edu
515-294-8393


Mikesch Muecke, Ph.D.
Department of Architecture
588 Design
mikesch@iastate.edu
515-294-8786