Hoofdpostkantoor, Utrecht, Public building at Neude square, Netherlands
The Hoofdpostkantoor is a public building on Neude square in Utrecht featuring three levels connected by a central hall with yellow glazed brick parabolic arches. The structure includes multiple entrance points and distinct functional areas designed to serve a diverse range of visitors.
The building was completed in 1924 on the former site of the Ceciliaklooster monastery and the Royal Mint, which had relocated in 1911. The location carries multiple layers of Utrecht's past within its history.
The central hall contains sculptures representing five continents created by H.A. van den Eynde, along with stained glass windows designed by Richard Roland Holst. These artistic works give the space a distinctive character that reflects its role as a gathering place for the community.
The building now functions as Utrecht Public Library with extensive reading spaces, an auditorium seating about 200 people, retail areas, and bicycle parking. Visitors will find everything needed for a longer visit, along with good facilities for storing bicycles.
The last independent post office counter in the Netherlands closed its doors here on October 28, 2011, marking the end of an era. Today the transformation into a library reminds visitors of how this historical location has been repurposed for modern public use.
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