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Historic Art Deco Tiles at '#LikeMe' School in Boom to Undergo Major Restoration

From VRT NWS · () Dutch

Translated from Dutch, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Historic art deco tiles at the PTS Boom school in Belgium are undergoing a major restoration.
  • The school is famously known as the filming location for the Ketnet series '#LikeMe'.
  • The restoration project costs approximately 140,000 euros and is funded by both Flanders and the province of Antwerp.

The Provincial Technical School (PTS) in Boom, Belgium, is embarking on a significant restoration of its distinctive historical art deco tiles. This school gained prominence as the primary setting for the popular Ketnet children's television series '#LikeMe', making its architectural features a familiar sight to many.

The project aims to meticulously restore both the wall and floor tiles that characterize the school's unique art deco style. This preservation effort is a substantial undertaking, with the total cost estimated at 139,500 euros. The funding for this extensive renovation is being shared between the Flemish government and the province of Antwerp.

This initiative not only preserves a piece of architectural heritage but also safeguards a location with cultural significance for younger generations due to its association with the '#LikeMe' series. The restoration ensures that the visually striking art deco elements of PTS Boom will be maintained for the future.

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Originally published by VRT NWS in Dutch. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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