In Steenwijk a special apartment building has been built. The design is inspired by the style ‘Amsterdam School’ and the Scheepsvaarthuis in Amsterdam.

The building consists of four floors with two penthouses on top. The bottom floor is for two retail spaces and above are 25 spacious rental apartments.

The characteristic style of the Amsterdam School can be found in the vertical lines and rich detailing of the façade with its ornaments and piers. The ornamental brickwork and masonry ties give the building a strong monumental character.

The building is also a tribute to the sculptor Hildo Krop. His work has been reflected in many buildings and bridges in the style of the Amsterdam School. The residential building is designed in the same style and refers in this way to the sculptures of Krop.

Architect: Arnoud Olie