Klára Kubičková

Klára Kubičková (born Klára Kucserová; 15 August 1936 – 25 November 2022) was a Slovak architectural historian whose work significantly contributed to the study and preservation of modern architecture in Slovakia. Her dedication to documenting architectural heritage earned her recognition both nationally and internationally.

Early life and education Kubičková was born in Levice, Czechoslovakia. She pursued her education in architecture and history at the Faculty of Arts of the Comenius University in Bratislava.

Career Kubičková's career was marked by her commitment to studying and promoting modern Slovak architecture. She played a pivotal role in Slovakia's participation in Docomomo International, an organization dedicated to the documentation and conservation of buildings from the modern movement. Her efforts helped highlight Slovakia's architectural achievements on an international stage. As chairwoman of Docomomo's Slovak branch, she organized the 1996 Docomomo International conference, held in Bratislava.

Later life and legacy Kubičková stepped down as chairwoman of DOCOMOMO Slovakia in 1998. She moved to Banská Bystrica to look after her ill daughter and her grandchildren.

Awards and honors Emil Bellus Award (2019), for "her lifetime dedication to architecture"