A new museum in Belgium that recently opened it's doors. (official opening 14/5/2011)

The 60 metre high MAS, was design by Neutelings Riedijk Architects. The façade is of Indian red sandstone and curved glass panel construction. The MAS houses 470,000 objects, most of which are kept in storage. The first visitors gallery is the "visible store" containing 180,000 items.

The main themes of the MAS are Metropolis, Power, Life and Death and Antwerp's long history as a major international port.

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Some extra info: the promenade is freely accessible during the day and until 1 AM. The roof is accessible to the public and on the top floor is a restaurant. The different museum chambers are inside surrounded by the promenade.

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I'm happy to see that the building is appreciated.

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10/10 Probably the best building in Belgium.

I love the cladding with the four types of Indian red sandstone, which goes on into the interior of the building.

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