The BNA Beste Gebouw van het Jaar is an architectural award presented annually since 2006 by the Branchevereniging Nederlandse Architectenbureaus (BNA). In addition to architectural quality, the award considers usability and experiential value, added societal value, and collaboration. This year’s festive award ceremony was held at the Bunkertoren in Eindhoven.

The design and engineering team of the Van Gogh Village Museum in Nuenen, along with the client, received the public award from jury chair Marcia Luyten. In our Identity and Iconic Value category, the beautiful expansion of Museum Paleis Het Loo by KAAN Architecten won. The jury prize was awarded to the particularly stunning transformation of the ITC Faculty of the University of Twente, designed by Civic Architects.

From the jury report: The jury finds that the Van Gogh Village Museum is well-situated and admires the composition and bold use of color and materials. The existing building—a former town hall and national monument—and the new construction are beautifully connected with atriums and vistas. Outside, you immediately feel the unique atmosphere created by the large cut in the facade. In the front facade, a large window is perfectly positioned to frame the view of Van Gogh’s parental home across the street like a painting.

Visit the Van Gogh Village Museum in Nuenen!