Plato Contemporary Art Gallery is the newest chapter in the redevelopment story of Ostrava, which is slowly being transformed into an extensive cultural hub. Situated in the north-eastern part of the Czech Republic, Ostrava is the country’s third largest metropolis, founded in the Middle Ages, but only flourished in the 19th century thanks to its then-booming coal-mining and metallurgy sectors. Nowadays, the city has embraced an era of post-industrial transformation, launching an extensive cultural programme. This includes museum complex on its Dolní Vítkovice old industrial grounds, and a concert hall by Steven Holl Architects, currently being built, while Plato is the latest addition to be completed.
