Campus Opera finalist for Antwerp monument prize
We had to keep it quiet for a while, but we can finally share the news: Campus Opera has been selected as one of the five finalists for Het Erfgoedjuweel, the urban monument award granted by the City of Antwerp.
Campus Opera is the transformation of a 1950s modernist building located in the historic city centre of Antwerp. Formerly the Provincial Safety Institute, the building was originally designed in 1946 by Marc Appel and Jan Welslau. B-architecten respectfully restored the building, which now serves as an innovative learning hub for KU Leuven students, housing lecture halls, study spaces, and shared facilities for the faculties of Arts and Business & Economics.
More info? Visit erfgoedjuweel.be and discover a brand new video, where project lead Hanne De Vos walks you through this unique renovation.
Vote! From today, you can vote for Campus Opera and help it win the People’s Choice Award. Cast your vote here, or stop by the exhibition stand in the Stadsfeestzaal, where all five finalists will be on display until 15/9.
Open Monumentendag
Following our nomination, we will participate in Open Monumentendag on Sunday 14 September, offering you the chance to discover this unique renovation project. More details coming in soon.
In October, we’ll find out who takes home the grand prize. Fingers crossed!