Centre Céramique

The Centre Céramique is located in the northern part of the new city district of Maastricht. It accommodates a range of functions: a library, a café, the townhall, exhibition rooms, City Archives and the European Journalists Centre.

The building, designed by Jo Coenen & Co Architectren BV, uses concrete, glass, wood and aluminum with an interior floor plan that provides some stunning views inside and out.

With the development of Plein 1992, this complex is becoming a new city meeting place. [Source]

The reading room in the basement is bordered by the city moat...

...a perfect lighting opportunity: Notice the reflection at the ceiling, of the wavering water. The outdoors is brought indoors.

Overall, fantastic new architecture that is both functional and beautiful!