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1 place in Antwerpen: Port Authority of Port of Antwerp-Bruges. Verified on Google Maps, featured in a Facebook post by ArchitecturalExplained.

Port Authority of Port of Antwerp-Bruges

Port Authority of Port of Antwerp-Bruges

Government Office
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• Landmark combining a historic fire station with a modern glass extension • Designed by Zaha Hadid Architects • Its diamond-like volume appears to float above the original building • Focus on innovative structural engineering and heritage preservation

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