Forest Town Hall, Protected heritage site in Forest, Belgium
The Forest Town Hall is an administrative building in Brussels with distinctive Art Deco features including geometric forms and symmetrical facade elements. Inside, ornamental patterns continue throughout hallways, staircases, and public rooms, marking the spaces with its characteristic design language.
The building was completed in 1938 by architect Jean-Baptiste Dewin and symbolized the modernization of the Forest district as an independent municipality. Its creation fell during a period when Brussels redefined itself through new public structures.
The building displays Belgian craftsmanship from the 1930s through its combination of geometric ornaments and functional design, still visible in its interior spaces today. The decorative elements on walls and ceilings tell of a design approach that wanted to unite beauty with practical use.
Access to the building is straightforward from the public square, as it is centrally located in the Forest district. Visitors should note that active administrative work takes place here, so visiting during regular hours is advisable.
The architect designed the building so citizens could use the public spaces daily without the artistic design being compromised. This balance between public use and artistic integrity remains a special achievement to this day.
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