Villa Amsterdam
In the south district of Amsterdam a big notary house is being rebuild by a family that is making the house of their dreams. The new design is related to the shape of the former notary house. The 1000m² villa has a large kitchen, dining and living on the ground floor. In all of these family spaces there is a subtle balance between privacy and transparency. The spaces have a stunning relation with the garden which is designed by Piet Oudolf.
Bright spaces
The basement is transformed into a luscious bright space with outdoor patios located at the end of the swimming pool and the playing room. The natural sunlight transforms the basement in a fully usable and exciting place to be.
On the in-between floor the study is positioned in the double high void in the The children bedrooms with private bathrooms are located on the 1st floor. The top floor has a fabulous master bedroom with beautiful views over Amsterdam. In the materialization and detailing the house is refined and generous. Beautiful colored brick is combined with natural wood and large transparent openings. The refined brickwork relates to the local historic architecture.
The home has a perfect balance of spaciousness and groundedness. It feels large and intimate at the same time.
Barbara Dujardin | Partner architect
The sophisticated facade is composed out of warm bricks, generous windows and wooden inlay.
Arjen Aarnoudse | Principal architect
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Project
Villa Amsterdam
Description
High end villa with underground pool, bar and spa
Client
Private
Location
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Surface
1000m²
Date
2012-2016
Services
Architecture and Interior Design
Team
Barbara Dujardin, Michiel Hofman, Arjen Aarnoudse, Jeroen Semeijn, Laurens Schuitmaker, Robin Adriaanse, Fabian van den Bosch and David Hernandez
Design garden
Piet Oudolf
Advisor construction
BREEDID
Advisor installations
DGMR
Advisor sustainability
DGMR
Advisor light
Erco
Contractor
Van Berkel Aannemers Leimuiden
