Reg.Nr. 84-NL/05

Rijksmuseum Paleis Het Loo, Apeldoorn

After suffering many improvements through the ages, this 17th century palace has been restored to its original state. Now used as a museum tracing the historical relationship between the Netherlands and the House of Orange. Work done: Removing an extra storey, pulling down later ...
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Project details

Title:Rijksmuseum Paleis Het Loo, Apeldoorn
Entr. year: 1984
Result:Medal
Country: Netherlands
Town: Apeldoorn
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: residential building
Former use:Royal palace
Actual use:Museum
Built: 17th century
The Jury's citation: "For the reinstatement of the 17th century character of this magnificent Palace and grounds, now a national museum"
GPS:52°14'10.4"N 5°56'45.6"E
Web, Links:

www.paleishetloo.nl/en/#2017-04-01

Description:
After suffering many improvements through the ages, this 17th century palace has been restored to its original state. Now used as a museum tracing the historical relationship between the Netherlands and the House of Orange. Work done: Removing an extra storey, pulling down later additions, removing the plaster façade, refurbishing the interior to its original appearances over the centuries, including silk wall hangings, revealing original marbling paint. Rebuild of the gardens.