Jan Foretník

Jan Foretník serves as Assistant Professor at Brno University of Technology's Faculty of Architecture within the Department of Spatial Design. He holds leadership roles including Chairman of the Information System Advisory Board and membership on the Board of BSP/MSP Architecture and Urban Design in English and the Faculty Disciplinary Committee. His academic profile is deeply integrated with institutional governance and architectural pedagogy.

His research centers on accessible architecture and spatial phenomenology, examining how bodily presence and sensory experience shape human interaction with built environments. Drawing from philosophical phenomenology, he investigates spatial phenomena in both contemporary design contexts and historical baroque cultural landscapes of Moravian border regions. His work bridges theoretical inquiry with practical applications in architectural education and community-focused installations.

Recent artistic outputs demonstrate consistent exploration of temporary architecture and exhibition design, with recurring themes of spatial storytelling and public engagement. Projects like the 2023 Architektonické betlémy and Titul exhibitions reveal methodological innovation in translating theoretical concepts into tangible spatial experiences. His portfolio shows increasing emphasis on sustainable materials and adaptive reuse, particularly evident in 2020 works addressing residential conversion and ephemeral sacred spaces.

Foretník actively contributes to educational transformation through projects like 'Transformace formy a obsahu vzdělávání' (2022-2024), which reimagines architectural pedagogy at Brno University of Technology. His grant portfolio includes significant investigations into baroque cultural landscapes (2013-2016) and architectural education priorities (2018-2020), reflecting sustained commitment to curriculum development. As studio instructor for courses including Small House Design and Accessible Architecture, he mentors students through both theoretical coursework and hands-on realizations like the 2021 Maršov 1:1 workshop.

He collaborates extensively across architectural ateliers including Rozwalka, Bykov, and Kepiński studios, fostering interdisciplinary teams that merge academic research with professional practice. His leadership in the Information Systems Council drives digital infrastructure improvements for the university, while ongoing projects like the 2023 Status umělce initiatives demonstrate continuous engagement with artistic experimentation and spatial innovation within the Faculty of Architecture ecosystem.