Ten Bogaerde, Arts centre in Koksijde, Belgium.
Ten Bogaerde is an arts center housed in a renovated barn that combines its historic shell with modern interior design. A floating mezzanine and open ground floor provide flexible spaces for rotating exhibitions, with outdoor sculpture gardens extending the gallery experience.
The building started as a working agricultural barn and underwent major transformation between 2014 and 2016. This renovation carefully preserved the original structure while introducing contemporary architectural elements to create a functional arts venue.
George Grard's sculptures fill the spaces and define the character of this venue, with his plaster models and bronzes positioned throughout to show his creative process. The artist's work gives meaning to every corner of the building and its gardens.
Entry to the grounds and sculpture gardens is free and open daily without tickets required. Rotating exhibitions maintain different schedules, so it helps to confirm hours before arriving to see what is currently on display.
The mezzanine holds original plaster models that show Grard's early designs before they were cast in bronze for final sculptures. This collection offers a rare glimpse into the actual creative decisions behind finished works.
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