SMLXL is a Prague-based architectural studio led by architect Klára Valová. The firm operates chiefly in and around Prague, Czechia, and is recognized for its practical yet inventive approach to interiors and residential projects. SMLXL is distinct from other organizations and book titles sharing the name; the Czech entity maintains its own brand identity and project portfolio.
Founded in 2017, SMLXL has grown within Prague’s architectural scene, focusing on apartments, private homes, and commercial interiors. One of their noted projects is the redesign of a Prague apartment, where the team combined preserved historic window frames with minimalist elements and modern smart-home features. Architect Klára Valová and her colleagues prioritized integrating original aspects of the building—like windows and parquet floors—with contemporary interventions, often using industrial materials such as hot-rolled steel alongside custom carpentry. The design introduced striking blue accents and advanced home automation, resulting in living spaces that blend past and present.
SMLXL’s portfolio includes a range of projects from apartment renovations to tailor-made commercial interiors. Their methodology emphasizes clarity of spatial organization and a careful selection of materials, balancing aesthetic restraint with functional innovation. The firm’s staff size is small, allowing for hands-on management of commissions. SMLXL’s work is regularly featured in architectural media for its understated yet thoughtful solutions to contemporary living, and their client base is rooted primarily in the Czech Republic. No evidence links SMLXL in Prague to projects or operations outside of Czechia.