PROFILE OF THE ENTREPRENEURS
NEW ENTREPRENEUR
Marie Polakova (Czech Republic)
HOST ENTREPRENEUR
Martin Krogh (Denmark)
DURATION: 6 months (from 01/09/2025 to 28/02/2026)
INTERMEDIARY ORGANIZATION OF THE NEW ENTREPRENEUR: HKCR
PRESENTATION OF THE EXCHANGE
Description of activities, objectives reached, and outputs
I focused my participation in the programme on my area of expertise, namely architecture.
During my master's studies, I focused on urban planning. I therefore aligned my participation
in the program accordingly and chose an architectural studio that, in addition to architecture,
also focuses on urban design, city development, and sustainable approaches to design.
During the programme, I had the opportunity to engage in a wide range of projects and
activities as part of the studio’s everyday practice. As a member of the team, I contributed to
the preparation of drawings for architectural competitions and following architectural studies across various European countries, including the Czech Republic. This allowed me to view my home context from a different perspective.
My responsibilities also included the production of physical models, work with 3D printing,
and participation in meetings with collaborators and clients. In addition, I further developed
my skills in the software and tools used within the studio.
The programme contributed not only to the development of my professional skills, but also to a deeper understanding of my own role within a team, my working needs, and the types of
tasks that I find most fulfilling on a professional level.
I focused my participation in the programme on my area of expertise, namely architecture.
During my master's studies, I focused on urban planning. I therefore aligned my participation
in the program accordingly and chose an architectural studio that, in addition to architecture,
also focuses on urban design, city development, and sustainable approaches to design.
During the programme, I had the opportunity to engage in a wide range of projects and
activities as part of the studio’s everyday practice. As a member of the team, I contributed to
the preparation of drawings for architectural competitions and following architectural studies across various European countries, including the Czech Republic. This allowed me to view my home context from a different perspective.
My responsibilities also included the production of physical models, work with 3D printing,
and participation in meetings with collaborators and clients. In addition, I further developed
my skills in the software and tools used within the studio.
The programme contributed not only to the development of my professional skills, but also to a deeper understanding of my own role within a team, my working needs, and the types of
tasks that I find most fulfilling on a professional level.
QUOTES
“I would definitely recommend participation in the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs programme. It provides a unique opportunity to gain experience in an international environment, to observe the workings of businesses and teams up close, and to broaden professional horizons. For young people who want to start their own business or further develop their career, it offers not only valuable experience but also inspiration and the chance to establish contacts that can be highly beneficial in the future. ”
