Foreigners can have their say in the future look of Bratislava's iconic old bathhouse

Almost 80 architectural studious from 17 countries enrolled in the competition for refurbishment of the Grössling bathhouse.

Grössling opened to the public in late 2018.Grössling opened to the public in late 2018. (Source: Jana Liptáková)

As many as 76 architectural studios from 17 countries enrolled in the international architectural competition for the restoration of the iconic Grössling bathhouse in the very centre of Bratislava.

Lost in Bratislava? Impossible with this City Guide!Lost in Bratislava? Impossible with this City Guide! (Source: Spectacular Slovakia)

“This result has exceeded all our expectations,” said Marcela Glevická, head of the Metropolitan Institute of Bratislava (MIB), an organisation belonging to Bratislava's City Council. “We cannot reveal more as the competition is anonymous, but we are already looking forward to the projects which will be submitted.”

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The jury chose five studios that have now advanced to the second round, while the final winner will be selected by the autumn.

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