VVV Inspiration Point Alkmaar

The fall of the Berlin Wall was an emblematic moment in European history. A moment that marks the end of an era of division of the continent. After its fall, segments of the wall have been installed in various parts of the world, symbolising the importance of unity over division. In 2021, these two pieces were relocated to their current place as part of a project to protect them.

Bruns was responsible for the entire project from engineering to producing and the realisation on site. The biggest challenge in this case was obtaining permits to work, unload and block the area of operation. Good communication with all the involved parties has made it possible.

Photo: European Parliament

This museum tells the story about the world-unique cultural heritage that exists on the bottom of the Baltic Sea.

A special feature of this museum is its collection, the wrecks. These are best preserved at the bottom of the sea. Therefore, the museum brings the stories to the surface by using digital technology. The stories and activities of the museum have a high educational level. Because they are based on the knowledge from maritime archaeological investigations and collaborations with researchers.

The exhibition of Vrak will take visitors on an exciting journey through time. They will experience dramatic events hidden behind the world-unique cultural heritage. In these events, the sea and maritime archaeology are always at the centre of the depictions.

The visitor discover the mysterious underwater world in five themes: Sea of Memories, Resande Man, The Devided Sea, The Assignment and The Epilogue.

Photo: Anneli Karlsson & Mikael Dunker

Visitors are challanged to think about the relationshop between crime, trial and punishment. Adults and children discover the inside of the cunturies-old prison. They get to know the jailer, the executioner and the judge. They even come face to face with a guillotine.

Bruns realised an air-conditioned outdoor display case to fit the guillotine. The display case is made of extra-clear laminated glass of 66.2mm. The foil of the glass is also UV resistant. The sliding doors make the display case easily accesible to the staff of Rijksmuseum de Gevangenpoort.

Photo: Gerrit Schreurs