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Helmond, Netherlands
Type
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Built
YEAR
2015
SIZE
3000 sqft - 5000 sqft
The Queen Mary convent building was designed by architects, Deur &Pouderoyen in 1954. It was built as an addition to Christ the King Mission House (est. 1929) on the Deurneseweg and is a typical example of reconstructive architecture.
For 30 years, the building was used as a seminary and Catholic boarding school where priests were trained. The convent building was equipped with a refectory, relaxation room, classrooms, dormitories and a chapel. After the seminary closed, Kempel University converted the building into a pedagogical department. The multiple repurposing of the building meant that the convent structure was largely redundant.
It was therefore decided in 2014, that the entire building should be renovated thoroughly with a view to creating a multifunctional building, creating a new lease of life for its future.CMT Frerker was chosen as the architectural firm to undertake the renovation. Architect, Chris Frerker and interior designer, Bas Vrehen decided to preserve the atmosphere of the original building, creating features of the architectural ‘scars’ left behind from previous renovations. The vision being that the entire history of the building would be clearly visible.
This transformation was carried out by HuybrechtsRelou construction, JWR electrical engineering, Tiboveen installations, AlfaGevelbouw and Roelen consultants.
The building has now been revitalised into one logical entity, with clear routing and an optimised layout. The entrance has been opened up and all floors are connected with a new staircase. Windows line the stairwell, creating connectivity between all the different spaces. The former chapel has been restored and serves as a meeting area. Each floor consists of a mix of classrooms, offices and utility rooms, such as pantries and storerooms.
The interior design is sympathetic to the color and atmosphere of the original decor. There are no industrial notes, the atmosphere created is temperate and calm. Natural light flows into the basement through new floor openings. The basement has been transformed into a comfortable and usable space.
In addition, thebuilding structure has beenpreservedby insulating the wall cavitiesandrepointingthebricks,the roof is now renewed andinsulated and new aluminium window frames are installed throughout with HR ++glazing.The basement is waterproofandhas also been insulated where necessary.Thisbuildingiseasy to cleanandthe interioris so muchmore comfortable and enjoyable. It is future-proof.
For 30 years, the building was used as a seminary and Catholic boarding school where priests were trained. The convent building was equipped with a refectory, relaxation room, classrooms, dormitories and a chapel. After the seminary closed, Kempel University converted the building into a pedagogical department. The multiple repurposing of the building meant that the convent structure was largely redundant.
It was therefore decided in 2014, that the entire building should be renovated thoroughly with a view to creating a multifunctional building, creating a new lease of life for its future.CMT Frerker was chosen as the architectural firm to undertake the renovation. Architect, Chris Frerker and interior designer, Bas Vrehen decided to preserve the atmosphere of the original building, creating features of the architectural ‘scars’ left behind from previous renovations. The vision being that the entire history of the building would be clearly visible.
This transformation was carried out by HuybrechtsRelou construction, JWR electrical engineering, Tiboveen installations, AlfaGevelbouw and Roelen consultants.
The building has now been revitalised into one logical entity, with clear routing and an optimised layout. The entrance has been opened up and all floors are connected with a new staircase. Windows line the stairwell, creating connectivity between all the different spaces. The former chapel has been restored and serves as a meeting area. Each floor consists of a mix of classrooms, offices and utility rooms, such as pantries and storerooms.
The interior design is sympathetic to the color and atmosphere of the original decor. There are no industrial notes, the atmosphere created is temperate and calm. Natural light flows into the basement through new floor openings. The basement has been transformed into a comfortable and usable space.
In addition, thebuilding structure has beenpreservedby insulating the wall cavitiesandrepointingthebricks,the roof is now renewed andinsulated and new aluminium window frames are installed throughout with HR ++glazing.The basement is waterproofandhas also been insulated where necessary.Thisbuildingiseasy to cleanandthe interioris so muchmore comfortable and enjoyable. It is future-proof.
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