FRIENDS OF THE GREEN VALLEY
As Friends of the Green Valley, we care deeply about the beauty and functionality of public spaces and majestic mountains. We believe that the connection between nature and urbanism can be achieved through the careful selection and design of products. Our mission is to enrich cities, villages, and mountains, reflecting both sophistication and resilience. To this end, we offer village furniture products crafted with exceptional care, design, and quality to withstand the test of time. We aim for our products to be not only aesthetically appealing but also to serve and enhance the values and character of every place they inhabit. At Valoverda Friends, we strive to blend tradition with a modern approach, ensuring that every corner we touch radiates elegance and durability. Join us on our journey to cultivate and improve our surroundings, and together, let’s create a landscape full of beautiful places.
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Kamil Mrva
Ph.D
Architect Kamil Mrva, a prominent figure of the younger generation of Czech architects, has earned a reputation for his timber constructions in the Beskydy region. He masterfully combines contemporary architectural forms with traditional materials and the character of the local landscape. While best known for his wooden structures, his portfolio also includes buildings made of stone, concrete, metal, and glass. With over 20 years of experience, he runs his studio in Kopřivnice, working alongside a small team of collaborators and students.
Mgr.
Jiří Novotný
He is the founder and co-owner of the company Designové dřevostavby and serves as the mayor of Trojanovice, where he has significantly contributed to its development in architecture, urbanism, and circular economy over 16 years. During his tenure, Trojanovice has received several awards and become a notable example in Czech architecture. He is also an expert in circular economy and is working on the European project CÉRKA, focusing on the revitalization of the Frenštát mine in collaboration with universities and organizations. Additionally, he is a proponent of rural development, the founder of the podcast HN Starosta, and a vocal advocate for the advancement of municipalities.
Mgr.
Martin Novotný
Co-founder and owner of the construction company Designové dřevostavby, specializing in modern construction with an emphasis on innovative timber buildings. With over two decades of experience, he has gained extensive expertise, and his company is recognized for its innovative approaches and high-quality craftsmanship. He is a specialist in modern construction technologies, particularly in the use of wood and ecological materials. He is currently focused on modular housing under the ShOPA REDESIGN brand, offering comfort and ecological solutions.
Mga.
Robert Urban
Graduate in Product Design from FMK UTB in Zlín, with practical experience in Danish design studios such as GamFratesi and Bang & Olufsen. He has also worked as a designer and constructor in industrial design companies (mmcité+, Maschio). He is a co-founder of the design studio plody.work, specializing in bespoke furniture that merges modern production methods with traditional craftsmanship. He collaborates with the young Czech brand sosone to create enduring furniture pieces designed to be passed down for generations
Doc. Ing. Arch.
Kamil Mrva
Ph.D
Architect Kamil Mrva, a prominent figure of the younger generation of Czech architects, has earned a reputation for his timber constructions in the Beskydy region. He masterfully combines contemporary architectural forms with traditional materials and the character of the local landscape. While best known for his wooden structures, his portfolio also includes buildings made of stone, concrete, metal, and glass. With over 20 years of experience, he runs his studio in Kopřivnice, working alongside a small team of collaborators and students.
Mgr.
Jiří Novotný
He is the founder and co-owner of the company Designové dřevostavby and serves as the mayor of Trojanovice, where he has significantly contributed to its development in architecture, urbanism, and circular economy over 16 years. During his tenure, Trojanovice has received several awards and become a notable example in Czech architecture. He is also an expert in circular economy and is working on the European project CÉRKA, focusing on the revitalization of the Frenštát mine in collaboration with universities and organizations. Additionally, he is a proponent of rural development, the founder of the podcast HN Starosta, and a vocal advocate for the advancement of municipalities.
Mgr.
Martin Novotný
Co-founder and owner of the construction company Designové dřevostavby, specializing in modern construction with an emphasis on innovative timber buildings. With over two decades of experience, he has gained extensive expertise, and his company is recognized for its innovative approaches and high-quality craftsmanship. He is a specialist in modern construction technologies, particularly in the use of wood and ecological materials. He is currently focused on modular housing under the ShOPA REDESIGN brand, offering comfort and ecological solutions.
Mga.
Robert Urban
Graduate in Product Design from FMK UTB in Zlín, with practical experience in Danish design studios such as GamFratesi and Bang & Olufsen. He has also worked as a designer and constructor in industrial design companies (mmcité+, Maschio). He is a co-founder of the design studio plody.work, specializing in bespoke furniture that merges modern production methods with traditional craftsmanship. He collaborates with the young Czech brand sosone to create enduring furniture pieces designed to be passed down for generations