Useldange village renewal scheme
A new village center was created, adaptive reuse of existing buildings, the creation of a new cultural center respecting the site and the architectural elements present and the preservation of the old village core. The Old tannery was to be demolished and be replaced by a car ...
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Project details
| Title: | Useldange village renewal scheme |
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| Entr. year: | 1982 |
| Result: | Diploma |
| Country: | Luxembourg |
| Town: | Useldange |
| Category type: | architectural heritage |
| Building type/ Project type: | Urban renewal/design - Village renewal/design |
| Former use: | Village |
| Actual use: | Historic village with a resident population, cultural and tourist attraction |
| Architect / Proj.leader: | Romain Hoffmann, Architect |
| The Jury's citation: | "For fine restoration and harmonious new construction to re-establish a typical rural scene and to set an example for neighbouring villages" |
| GPS: | 49°46'7.2"N 5°58'52.4"E |
Description:
A new village center was created, adaptive reuse of existing buildings, the creation of a new cultural center respecting the site and the architectural elements present and the preservation of the old village core. The Old tannery was to be demolished and be replaced by a car park: it was saved and serves now as a village administration and youth center. Work involved the restoration of old buildings and a the new construction of the cultural center. Typical elements and materials of rural Luxembourg villages were retained.
