Amsterdam canal house

Situated in the heart of the city, this seventeenth-century corner house offers views of two Amsterdam canals. At the request of the owners, the designated state monument has been modernized and made more sustainable. Serge Schoemaker Architects transformed the five-floor home into a new visual composition that enhances the historical qualities of this remarkable building to the full. MWA Hart Nibbrig Frequently renovated over the years, the interior of the residence had acquired a cluttered and eclectic character. Structural sagging and a tapered volume had left the house with sloping floors, walls and windows. Moreover, the floor area was relatively small by current standards. The redevelopment, therefore, necessitated customized so... More