Museum of Contemporary Art, Antwerp
Restoration of an ancient silo and its Art Deco façade. The building houses now the M HKA museum of contemporary art. All the dark areas are used for functions which need no day light.
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Project details
Title: | Museum of Contemporary Art, Antwerp |
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Entr. year: | 1987 |
Result: | Diploma |
Country: | Belgium |
Town: | Antwerp (Flanders) |
Category type: | architectural heritage |
Building type/ Project type: | industrial heritage |
Former use: | Grain silo |
Actual use: | Museum, event venue |
Built: | 19th-20th century |
The Jury's citation: | "For the successful adaptation of an industrial building with Art Deco facade into a museum and cultural venue" |
GPS: | 51°12'41.3"N 4°23'24.1"E |
Web, Links: | www.muhka.be/ |
Description:
Restoration of an ancient silo and its Art Deco façade. The building houses now the M HKA museum of contemporary art. All the dark areas are used for functions which need no day light.
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