About the Project
In the municipality of Cetkovice in Blansko District, a new childcare group is being built next to the existing kindergarten from 1977. The aim of the project is to increase the capacity for preschool childcare in the municipality. The construction is financed from European Union funds under the National Recovery Plan, with support from the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs.
The chosen construction system was modular LGSF construction by Skymax Living. The modules were manufactured in our production hall, transported to the site on Monday, April 20, 2026, and installed by mobile crane. The existing kindergarten operated without interruption — no dust, no construction noise, no restrictions for the children next door.
±1 mm
LGSF Profile Manufacturing Tolerances
Hours
Time to install modules on site
100%
Dry construction — without wet processes
0
Days of disruption to neighboring school operation
What Does "Modular Construction" Mean
When you hear the word modular, most people imagine temporary containers with plastic windows. However, modern modular LGSF construction is a completely different category — a fully functional building indistinguishable from traditional construction once completed.
The principle is simple:
- Skeleton made of light gauge galvanized steel profiles (LGSF — Light Gauge Steel Frame) is manufactured on CNC machines with ±1 mm tolerance.
- Modules are assembled in the hall — under a roof, protected from weather, in controlled conditions.
- Interior work — insulation, vapor barrier, installation wiring, cladding — is carried out in the hall where craftsmen have full access to everything.
- Finished modules are transported to the site wrapped in protective foil.
- Mobile crane sets the modules on pre-prepared foundations. On-site assembly takes hours, not weeks.
Construction Process
1. Production in the hall
2. Transport and assembly
3. Interior work on site
After modules were set on foundations, finishing works began. Dry construction continues with the same logic as in the hall — mineral wool insulation, vapor barrier, cladding with structural boards, installation wiring.
4. Wet zones using dry construction methods
You might think — toilets and bathrooms can’t do without concrete. Cement screeds, plasters, tiles...
Not necessarily. Dry construction means that we solve the technology differently: using board systems with certified waterproofing instead of cement screeds and wet plasters. The result is identical from the user’s perspective — dramatically faster from the builder’s point of view.
Modular LGSF vs. Traditional masonry construction
Comparison for a typical new municipal children’s group / kindergarten building
Key advantages of modular LGSF construction for municipalities
No disruption to the operation of the neighboring school
Construction takes place next to the existing kindergarten operation. No dust, no long construction noise, no risk to children. This is practically impossible with traditional masonry construction involving excavators and concrete mixers.
Speed of drawing EU subsidies
Subsidies from the National Recovery Plan have a time limit. Those who fail to complete the project on time will not receive funds. Modular construction dramatically shortens the risky period between decision and commissioning.
Controlled quality in the production hall
A large part of the construction takes place indoors under constant conditions. No material damage from rain, no inaccuracies caused by winter or heat. Craftsmen work under ideal conditions.
Fewer craftsmen, higher productivity
The Czech Republic is experiencing a shortage of qualified craftsmen for traditional wet construction. Modular LGSF addresses this issue — fewer people, more work done in the hall, clear system logic. A construction company can serve more municipalities in the same time.
Predictable schedule
Traditional masonry construction drags on, delays, and extends. With modular construction, you know at the start when you will finish. This is a crucial factor for municipal budgets and EU subsidies.
Who is modular LGSF construction for
If you are a mayor, public procurement designer, general contractor or an investor who is dealing with:
- A new kindergarten, children’s group, or nursery
- Expansion of the capacity of an existing educational facility
- Municipal office, cultural center, municipal housing
- Construction with a time limit (EU subsidies, National Recovery Plan)
- A project where the operation of neighboring facilities cannot be disrupted
...then modular LGSF construction is exactly what is worth considering. There are over 6,200 municipalities in the Czech Republic — many of them need to quickly and reliably increase childcare capacity. Cetkovice is an example of how this can be done.
Are you planning a similar project for your municipality?
Contact us for a non-binding inquiry →Manufacturer’s perspective
Skymax Living is a Czech manufacturer of LGSF constructions. We produce in Ostrava and supply throughout the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Our constructions are certified for buildings with higher requirements — from family houses through residential buildings to public facilities.
For the Cetkovice project, we delivered a modular LGSF construction. Finishing works, installations, and other trades are handled by other specialists — partners of the contractor. This plurality is exactly what makes modular LGSF such a powerful tool:each party performs their part under controlled conditions, resulting in a faster and higher quality outcome than traditional construction.
Cetkovice is not our first project of this type. Modular construction for public infrastructure is no longer an experiment — it is a tool that has its place alongside brick and timber construction. For many municipalities, it is the fastest route from decision to operation.
We thank the municipality of Cetkovice and all involved trades for an interesting project. Congratulations to the mayor and council on choosing a modern construction approach.
