Fort Kijkuit in Kortenhoef

Project Leader: Society for preservation of nature monuments in the Netherlands Natuurmonumenten (In Dutch: Vereniging tot Behoud van Natuurmonumenten in Nederland)

Jury Citation: "This is a successful reuse of a military building which is so often a challenge to heritage and conservation professionals, setting an example for future projects in similar sites. The contemporary architecture complements the original structure perfectly by using imaginative techniques to allow daylight into what could otherwise be a very impenetrable building. These interventions do not affect the original character and are tactfully incorporated. The project has put this important UNESCO World Heritage listed building back to good use". "(...) the new restoration interacts well with the surrounding landscape and treats its situation within the nature reserve in a very fitting way. The work has also reopened this very memorable site to the public, allowing this important part of cultural heritage to be appreciated anew".