Creative centre De Muzerije offers residents of Den Bosch courses in fine arts (painting, sculpture, photography) and performing arts (dance, ballet, music). These activities are housed in two designated landmarks: the four centuries old archbishop’s residence that later became a school and the former pawnbrokers, originally built in 1854 as a glass factory.
These functions have left their mark on these buildings: something really had to happen to get creativity going here.

The design calls for the elimination of all additions that have cluttered the buildings in the course of many years, and for accommodating new functions in a clear and efficient manner. The internal circulation is improved by corridors on the ground floor and staircases to the levels above.

Contemporary functional additions are carefully fitted into a historic monument. A glass-covered atrium in the largest building provides a central place for meetings and performances. Construction is organized in phases to guarantee an uninterrupted course schedule.