United Island ft. the Hare, the Horse & the Bull

The animals — the hare, the horse and the bull — refer to the decorative elements of the Štvanice Footbridge, created by sculptor Aleš Hvízdal. As you know, the bridge connects Holešovice and Karlín and is adorned with sculptures reflecting the history and the very name of the island. Specifically: hares appear on the side leading toward Karlín, horses on the side facing Holešovice, and bulls along the railing. These motifs reference the historic hunts that once took place here, as well as the area’s long-standing ties to agriculture and horse breeding.

With respect and a playful spirit, we draw from the history of the place where we now build new culture, community and experiences. United Islands awakens in us a desire to discover new faces and place them into the context of the time, the place and the atmosphere.