Kazerne Hoofdwacht

Description

The "Kazerne Hoofdwacht", later the "Handelsbeurs", is a historic building in #Gent (Oost-Vlaanderen), originally built in 1738-39 to house imperial guards. Designed by Bernard de Wilde and David 't Kindt, it was later owned by the city and converted into a trade exchange in 1899. Architect Van Rysselberghe redesigned it, maintaining the façade while adding a large hall. The baroque structure features Corinthian pilasters, a domed risalit, and elaborate reliefs.