Hofstate Leeuwarden in Netherlands by Borren Staalenhoef Architecten BV bna

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Redesign of a former office building designed by Abe Bonnema realized in 1980 in the center of Leeuwarden. The office building is part of a larger complex with houses, shops and a passage that has since fallen into disuse.

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• Architects: Borren Staalenhoef Architecten BV bna
• Project: Hofstate Leeuwarden
• Location: Leeuwarden, Netherlands
• Photography: Pieter Kers

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One firm intervention in the building; Cutting open three floors makes it possible to revive a previously dark and dreary building. Around a bright interior space 23 apartments have been designed with a great diversity, both in size and layout.

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A small central core with a minimal kitchen and bathroom are the fixed elements for a spatial design. It concerns rent apartments, especially for starters, ranging from 42 – 105 M2.

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Image Courtesy © Pieter Kers

The concrete structure has been exposed and a minimal technical installation has been added. This creates a ‘loft’ interior that can be classified and adjusted according to the contemporary requirements and wishes of the tenants.

Image Courtesy © Pieter Kers

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For the common areas and a one single apartment, the interior was also designed by Borren Staalenhoef Architects.

Image Courtesy © Pieter Kers

Image Courtesy © Pieter Kers

Image Courtesy © Pieter Kers

Image Courtesy © Pieter Kers

Image Courtesy © Borren Staalenhoef Architecten BV bna

Image Courtesy © Borren Staalenhoef Architecten BV bna

Tags: Leeuwarden, Netherlands

Categories: Apartments, complex, Interiors, Residential, Shop

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