Century Center

The Century Center is an Art Deco-style department store spanning three floors with geometric patterns and decorative elements on walls and ceilings. Inside are retail spaces, restaurants, and a connected parking structure.

The building was constructed in 1929 by four architects during Antwerp's period of economic expansion. Its creation marked a turning point in Belgian retail architecture between the two world wars.

This building represents retail culture from the interwar period and remains a gathering place for shoppers from across the city. The protected Art Deco details on the facade and inside tell the story of an Antwerp that was modern and prosperous at the time.

Access is at Keyserlei 58, and the building offers direct parking access for visitors with cars. An underground passage also connects it to the Central Station, making arrival by train convenient.

The building features a hidden underground passage to the station that many visitors never notice. This secret route allows switching between train and shopping without ever stepping outside.

Location: Antwerp

Inception: 1929

Architects: Jan Vanhoenacker, John Van Beurden, Vincent Cols, Jules De Roeck

Architectural style: Art Deco architecture

Address: De Keyserlei 58-62

Website: https://centurycenter.be

GPS coordinates: 51.21712,4.41904

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:27