JMW architects and NVA interior design have recently completed work on the Modest Family Home in the center of Vlijmen. The house blends in with the surrounding village character thanks to its modest appearance on the facade. The new layout, on the other hand, makes better use of light and space. The house was designed […] More
KCAP and Kraaijvanger Architects transformed the Stationspostgebouw, a former postal sorting center next to The Hague’s Hollands Spoor train station, into a sustainable and social work environment for the twenty-first century while preserving the original architecture. LIFE, SENS real estate, and PostNL, the national postal service and former occupant, commissioned the national monument’s renovation. PostNL […] More
Mecanoo has completed their latest residential project in the Dutch countryside – Villa BW. The villa is surrounded by a naturally sloping environment and has a building volume distinguished by a double-curved roof and an instantly recognizable exterior. Two overlapping shapes combine to form the slanting roof. The villa has three levels, plus a fourth level […] More
De Zwarte Hond has recently completed works on the SuperHub in Meerstad Groningen, Netherlands. The architects were commissioned to design a multipurpose and adaptable center building for the neighborhood. The project was motivated by the need to better integrate the developing Groningen region and turn it into an engaged social space. Meerstad is a growing […] More
Studio RAP designed a sustainable floating home from timber and solid cork in Leiden, the Netherlands. The exposed cork outside softly complements the ambiance of the old city, while the exposed timber inside collects light and gives a delightful peaceful internal experience. Its construction was drastically reduced by using only two primary materials, cork and […] More
KCAP have recently completed works on their latest residential project – The Twins . The design comprises of two strong volumes arranged around a shared courtyard garden. Stepped green balconies, along with robust materialization and luxurious detailing, create a sensory-rich ensemble that seems like a three-dimensional refuge in the heart of Amsterdam. The Twins is […] More
KCAP, working with consulting engineers ABT, was hired by Allianz Real Estate to transform the interiors of Droogbak, a famous 19th-century building situated next to Amsterdam Central Station. The spatial transformation by KCAP and ABT, combined with the interior design by Fokkema & Partners, has transformed Droogbak into a office space for the 21st century. Discover […] More
Mecanoo have recently completed their latest in the heart of Rotterdam on Hofplein – Unilever Benelux Headquarters. The new headquarters occupy six floors of an existing building from 1960 by architect C.A. Abspoel with a striking concrete structure. The new Unilever facility will accommodate around 750 employees. Discover the complete story after the jump. From […] More
Mecanoo transformed the World Port Centre Rotterdam interior into a coherent activity-based space with a clear identity. The architects were in charge of transforming the ground floor and a portion of the first floor. The refurbishment was directed by the ideas of good accessibility, increased links to the outside, social engagement, and a welcoming street […] More
Amsterdam-based studio i29 transformed a run-down 17th century canal house into a bright and spacious residence with unexpected views. The house was built in 1675 and is located along the canals in Amstelveld. The house had become almost completely derelict over the years; the renovation took more than two years and was carried out in […] More
i29 architects recenlty completed works on their latest project in Amsterdam, a high-end dental practise that combines a soothing atmosphere with and open plan layout. The aim of the design was to combine a clean, fresh medical setting with a health-inducing wellness experience to make patients feel at peace. Take a look at the complete […] More
Brainport Eindhoven is currently one of the leading innovative technology regions in Europe. To enhance its international positioning as an inspiring region of technology, design and knowledge, the Dutch city of Eindhoven has the ambition to realise a clearly identifiable, new, state of the art congress and conference centre. More