Reg.Nr. NL/X/2-1979

Mauritshuis Town Hall, Willemstad

Restoration of the old palace Mauritshus and conversion into Town Hall. The rear part of the palace was rebuilt, using the old foundations, the windows regained their former appearance, the step-gables returned to their old proportions. Internally the house was prepared for its ...
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Project details

Title:Mauritshuis Town Hall, Willemstad
Entr. year: 1979
Result:Diploma
Country: Netherlands
Town: Willemstad near Moerdijk, Noord Brabant
Category type: architectural heritage
Notes:
Building type/ Project type: residential building
Former use:Hunting-lodge; residence; military dwellings; military hospital; Army's pigeon breeding and training center; military police barrack
Actual use:Town hall
Built: 17th century
Architect / Proj.leader: Jan Walraad, Architect (Brielle - NL)
The Jury's citation: "For the fine restoration of the 16th century building and its adaptation for use as the Town Hall"
GPS:51°41'34.9"N 4°26'11.1"E

Description:
Restoration of the old palace Mauritshus and conversion into Town Hall. The rear part of the palace was rebuilt, using the old foundations, the windows regained their former appearance, the step-gables returned to their old proportions. Internally the house was prepared for its new function without affecting the original structure.