The Progres Palace, located at the corner of Knez Mihailova and Zmaj Jovina streets, represents one of the most recognizable modern architectural landmarks in the very pedestrian heart of Belgrade. Built at the end of the last century with a striking, modernist glass facade, this building rightfully holds the status of a cultural monument. In addition to commercial office space, it has for decades been an iconic gathering place for art lovers, thanks to the famous Progres Gallery located on its ground floor.

As a facility positioned in the capital's busiest pedestrian zone, the Progres building faces an extreme and continuous fluctuation of visitors, tourists, and business professionals. Opening directly onto the street means that the interior spaces—especially the art gallery with its sensitive exhibits and the luxury lobby—are under constant onslaught from outdoor elements. The tracking in of water, street dirt, and fine sand on footwear not only compromises the aesthetics of this monumental edifice but also creates a risk of slipping on smooth floors and accelerates the wear and tear of the interior.

Because of this, STILMAT was the only logical choice for outfitting and protecting the entrance zone of the Progres Palace.

Why exactly STILMAT for such an edifice?

  • Maximum efficiency in an extreme traffic zone: Our professional aluminum systems are engineered to effortlessly withstand tens of thousands of steps a day, retaining even the finest dirt and moisture right at the doorstep.
  • Architectural harmony with glass and metal: The sleek, linear, and highly functional design of STILMAT mats perfectly complements the modernist steel-and-glass architecture for which the Progres building is renowned across the region.
  • Guardian of art and safety: By keeping the floors on the ground floor and in the gallery impeccably dry, STILMAT provides a stable and secure step for all visitors, while simultaneously protecting the space where culture and art are celebrated.

By installing STILMAT systems, this famous palace has gained a permanent and reliable defense, proving that premium architecture always goes hand in hand with uncompromising quality.