The Amsterdam Orphanage by Aldo van Eyck: Post-War Architecture
Built in 1960, the Amsterdam Orphanage, designed by Aldo van Eyck, is a seminal project that goes beyond its function as a shelter for children. It is also a profound…
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Amsterdam’s Architecture encompasses a diverse range of building styles and structures, reflecting the city’s rich history and innovative spirit. Renowned for its iconic canal houses, narrow gabled façades, and well-preserved historic buildings from the Dutch Golden Age, Amsterdam also boasts modern and contemporary designs by famous architects such as Rem Koolhaas and MVRDV. This blend of old and new illustrates the city’s commitment to both honoring its cultural heritage and embracing progressive urban development. As a result, Amsterdam is a captivating destination for architecture enthusiasts and urban explorers alike.
Built in 1960, the Amsterdam Orphanage, designed by Aldo van Eyck, is a seminal project that goes beyond its function as a shelter for children. It is also a profound…
Continue readingIn the heart of Amsterdam’s Zuidas district, a stunning skyscraper has taken root, changing the face of urban living. Valley, a multi-purpose, green-infused high-rise designed by MVRDV Architects, has officially…
Continue readingIn 2020 Dutch Architecture firm Dividual completed their proposal “Working Gardens,” a speculative project that proposes transforming partially vacant office areas in the Randstad metropolitan area into a network of multifunctional…
Continue readingIn 2003, MVRDV completed the Silodam, a polychromatic apartment building on Amsterdam harbor that was part of an extensive urban operation that transformed a former dam and silo building. A…
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