Author: Meulder Bruno De
Place: Netherland
Publisher: Nai Publishers
Year: 2000
Volume: Brussels up 8
Pages: 348
ISBN: 9789056621674
Source: Received from Naresh Fernandes
Keyword: Vacant City, Urban Identity
Shelf: C1R6
Accession No: B1422
Contents: Introduction I- Fragmented Panorama II- In The Shadow of the Palace III- Architectural Archives Disclosed IV- The State of the Arts V- Museum and City: Elements of Reflection VI- Laboratory for the City of Tomorrow
Abstract: *Vacant City: Brussels Mont Des Arts Reconsidered* critically examines the Mont Des Arts district, exploring its role in shaping Brussels’ cultural, architectural, and urban identity. The study investigates its proximity to the Royal Palace, the interplay between historical and modern urban forms, and the evolving state of the arts in the area. By drawing comparisons with other European cities, including those in the Netherlands, it situates Brussels within broader debates on cultural heritage, urban renewal, and the future of museums and public spaces. Ultimately, the book envisions Mont Des Arts as a model for future urban and cultural development.