Reg.Nr. NL2-1978

Bergkwartier, Deventer

A historic town section with its characteristic architecture. In 1966 a private initiative started with the later following help of government to rehabilitate the town quarter. The decision was to restore as many old houses as possible but also to reorganize the whole section.
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Project details

Title:Bergkwartier, Deventer
Entr. year: 1978
Result:Diploma
Country: Netherlands
Town: Deventer
Category type: architectural heritage
Notes:-At time of submission project still ongoing
Building type/ Project type: Urban renewal/design - Village renewal/design
Former use:Urban residential quarter
Actual use:Urban residential quarter with appropriate infrastructure
Built: 8th century
The Jury's citation: "For the fine restoration of an old quarter in the town of Deventer"

Description:
A historic town section with its characteristic architecture. In 1966 a private initiative started with the later following help of government to rehabilitate the town quarter. The decision was to restore as many old houses as possible but also to reorganize the whole section.