Explore Top Design Shops Across Major Czech Cities

Czechia is full of original design concept stores and boutiques showcasing the work of talented Czech designers and brands. Here are some tips on where to find stylish and unique pieces you won’t see anywhere else while visiting the country’s historic cities.

1. Plzeň: UMU Design Shop

WHERE: Náměstí Republiky 358/33, entrance from Riegrova Street, www.umu-shop.cz

The UMU Design Shop gallery and store in Plzeň focuses on original Czech design and the work of young creators. It offers unique jewellery, porcelain, ceramics, glass, textiles, and small accessories from Czech workshops, often in limited editions and with handcrafted detail. Thanks to its special atmosphere, it’s an ideal place to buy one-of-a-kind gifts or to get inspired during a stroll through the centre of Plzeň.

2. Brno: PLACE STORE

WHERE: Moravské nám. 4, Brno, www.placestore.cz

Place Store, one of the best-known regional concept stores, can be found in Brno, the Moravian capital known for its vibrant culture and gastronomy, as well as for hosting some of the best Christmas markets in Czechia. The shop combines Czech brands, design accessories, fashion, and jewellery. It’s the perfect stop for anyone who loves local creativity.

3. Brno: Deelive Design Store

WHERE: Orlí 478/11, Brno, www.deelive.cz

One of the largest specialised stores dedicated to Czech design in Brno. Deelive Design Store offers original creations by Czech designers – from jewellery and glass to porcelain, fashion, accessories, and books.

4. Ostrava: Ty Identity

WHERE: Poštovní 39/2, Ostrava, www.tyidentity.cz

Ty Identity Ty Identity in Ostrava, the third largest city in Czechia with an exceptional industrial past and a rich palette of contemporary activities, is a concept store focused on Czech original design. Its range includes fashion, jewellery, accessories, cosmetics, children’s toys, and other design items. The shop is well known for its pleasant atmosphere.

5. Olomouc: Flop Shop

WHERE: Ztracená 25, Olomouc, www.flop-shop.cz

Flop shop in Olomouc, a beautiful historic university city, focuses on original fashion, jewellery, accessories, and design items that support Czech and Slovak creators. It also offers accessories for men and children, designer stationery, and stylish home décor, all with an emphasis on sustainability, slow fashion, and artisanal quality.

6. Nový Bor: Lasvit Glass Studio

WHERE: Palackého náměstí 170, Nový Bor, https://lasvit.reservio.com/

Czech Glass on a Global Scale. Lasvit combines traditional glassmaking craftsmanship with modern design and light art. Visitors are welcome to take guided tours of the company’s headquarters, where they can discover its creative processes and design projects. For more information about tours and visiting hours, please visit Lasvit’s official website.

7. Kutná Hora: Design Shop v GASK (Gallery of the Central Bohemian Region)

WHERE: Barborská 51/53, Kutná Hora, www.gask.cz

In the historic UNESCO-listed town of Kutná Hora stands one of the best galleries in Czechia. The Gallery of the Central Bohemian Region (GASK), located in the former Jesuit College near St. Barbara’s Church, offers not only contemporary and modern art but also the opportunity to purchase contemporary Czech design.

8. Zlín: Red Brick Design Shop

WHERE: Building No. 15, Baťa Institute, Vavrečkova 7040, Zlín, www.redbrickdesignshop.cz

The Red Brick Design Shop in Zlín, a city shaped by the world-famous Baťa family of shoemakers, offers a wide range of original products from Czech and Slovak designers, including clothing, jewellery, accessories, and other unique pieces.

9. České Budějovice: Design Shop Rabenštejnská 2020

WHERE: Panská 207/4, České Budějovice, www.rabenstejnska.cz

In České Budějovice, the heart of romantic South Bohemia, you will find a space combining a gallery and a shop with original creations by Czech designers. It offers a wide selection of products, including jewellery, ceramics, books, textiles, and other design objects. The shop is located in the historic city centre and forms part of the Rabenštejnská 2020 cultural and creative centre.

10. Liberec: Design Shop Galerie Lázně Liberec

WHERE: Masarykova 723/14, Liberec, www.galali.cz/en

The Design shop Galerie Lázně Liberec is a modern retail space located in the historic building of the former municipal baths, now home to the Liberec City Gallery. The shop offers a wide selection of products from leading Czech designers, including glass vases, porcelain cups, patterned notebooks, and captivating books. It’s an ideal place in North Bohemia to enjoy art in all its forms.