The monumental building 'Het Arsenaal' is a historic building from 1688. As the (Dutch) name suggests, the building was used for the storage of military ammunition until the First World War. Then it was a guesthouse for the infantry and a depot for military maps. The building has been in military use until 1987.

More than twenty-five years ago, Jan des Bouvrie took care of the building as a shop and showroom for his designs. Over the years, several stores have moved into Het Arsenaal, that specialize in the area of living, lifestyle and design. This is where architects, top designers and professionals come together to create and implement design concepts for the homes and offices of their clients.