Fokkema & Partners Architecten

NOMINATION // We are excited to announce that The City Post Zwolle has been nominated for the Architectenweb award in the Office Building of the Year category! The impressive design of the building was crafted by de Architekten Cie., while we added our creative touch to the interior.

FOK FLASHBACK : THE APOLLOHOUSE IN AMSTERDAM // Looking back at a historic renovation completed in 2012. We connected all levels of the building through newly designed staircases and transformed a closed-off structure into an open and inviting space. This renovation bridges the gap between the building’s rich history and its contemporary interpretation, resulting in a modern structure. The steel structure is one of the highlights of the Apollo House. These "knots" were originally concealed and exposed making the voids for the new stairs. Today they are a distinctive feature in the interior. Client: Allen & Overy Project Partners : IPMMC Vastgoed, Adviesbureau Tielemans BV, Stichting W/E adviseurs duurzaam bouwen, BerkhofBoerboom BerkhofBoerboom, Hurks, Burgers Ergon B.v., Smeulders Interieurgroep, IHC Interior, Verwol, BRAKEL Systeemwanden, Philips, Industrielicht B.V., Gispen and Desque Rethink your Office. Photography: Arjan Bronkhorst #fokkemapartners #architect #interiordesign #creatingcommunities #meaningfulspaces #workplaceconcept #renovation #renovation #design #transformation #historic #interior #amsterdamarchitecture #history #heritage #workspace

FRAME x HAWORTH EVENT : HOW TO BALANCE COMMERCIAL CONSTRAINTS WITH SUSTAINABILITY GOALS // Join us on the 10th of October at the Haworth Amsterdam Showroom for an insightful event, hosted by FRAME and tailored to interior designers and architects. We’ll explore how to balance commercial constraints with sustainability goals through expert presentations. Speakers include Ayca Dogan-Hartong (CBRE) and Dirk Zwaan (Fokkema & Partners Architecten), both sharing their expertise on creating sustainable, inspiring spaces. 📅 10 Oct 2024 | ⏰ 17:30-19:30 📍 Haworth Amsterdam Showroom RSVP HERE: https://shorturl.at/KdtHI #fokkemapartners #architect #interiordesign #creatingcommunities #meaningfulspaces #design #office #officedesign #art #interior #interiordesign #creative #frame #haworth

APG’S NEW WORKING ENVIRONMENT BRINGS COLOR // APG is the largest pension administrator in the Netherlands and provides pensions for 4.8 million participants. In the unique redevelopment of the EDGE West building in Sloterdijk (Amsterdam) Fokkema & Partners created a high-profile design for the APG work floors that adds color to the building. Watch the video and get to know all the brightly colorful solutions this project has. ⁠ ⁠ Learn more about this project: https://lnkd.in/ewCVnrtk ⁠ The complete renovation of the EDGE West Building is a development by EDGE Technologies, designed by de Architekten Cie.. ⁠ Client : APG ⁠ Project partners: EDGE Technologies, CBRE Investment Management (Netherlands), G&S&, Verwol, INTOS, facilitylinQ, Gispen, HDV visual branding, MIJKSENAAR, Hydroworld Interieurbeplanting BV ⁠ ⁠ FOKteam: Laura Atsma, Rick Rijkse, Anne Marie Boon, Noëlle Huijgen, Maron Branderhorst, Charlotte de Boon, Yildez Veldhuis, Gina Nieboer. ⁠ Photography & video by Stijn Poelstra ⁠ #fokkemapartners #architect #creatingcommunities #meaningfulspaces #renovation #design #office #officedesign #interior #interiordesign

FOK IN PROGRESS: THE NEW 25,000 M² ANWB OFFICE IN THE HAGUE IS ON ITS WAY // Good news: there’s white (or actually yellow) smoke! Since 2019, we’ve been involved in a special project for the ANWB: the significant MOVE to a brand-new headquarters. What started as a renovation plan grew into something much bigger: a move to a newly constructed office! Together with the ANWB, we helped shape the Program of Requirements and assisted in the search for the perfect location. The corner of Juliana van Stolberglaan and Prinses Beatrixlaan emerged as the winner. From that moment on, we could really get started: the design for an inspiring interior began to take shape, featuring a public zone with an espresso bar, co-working space, a theater, a children’s bike workshop, and an ANWB store, along with multiple work floors offering various work and meeting spaces. In close collaboration with Provast, MVRDV, J.P. van Eesteren | TBI , and many others, the construction has finally begun! The foundation piles are being driven into the ground, and the outlines of the new ANWB headquarters are starting to become a reality. We are eagerly looking forward to this new phase where the design becomes a reality. More info and images coming soon! Read more: https://lnkd.in/eCVFYatU FOKteam: Diederik Fokkema, Merle van Marissing, Teun Theijse, Marjan van Diepen #fokkemapartners #creatingcommunities #architect #ontwerper #project #architecture #design #space #social #sustainable #people #learning #construction #circular #ANWB

A UNIQUE COVER FOR THE WELL-KNOWN ARCHITECT NOTEBOOK // An architect and a notebook go hand in hand. How awesome is it to carry around a personalised notebook? Our creative colleague, Iris Woutera de Jong (Atelier Iris Woutera), made these beautiful covers from old fabrics as a farewell gift for the entire FOKteam. Circular, unique, and matching all the different personalities. Thank you Iris, for your valuable PR-work and for this special gift! We wish you all the best with your future endeavours. Fabrics: Kvadrat, HOLLANDFELT & HOLLANDWOOL and more #fokkemapartners #architect #interiordesign #creatingcommunities #meaningfulspaces #design #office #officedesign #art #interior #interiordesign #creative

CRAFTING THE HOUTHOFF COMMUNITY : HOW TO MAKE A SIZABLE OFFICE PERSONAL?// After the renovation of Houthoff Rotterdam, the office at Amsterdam’s Zuidas has also been transformed. The project stands out due to the visual and functional diversity of the central community spaces. These are highlighted on each floor with a unique object, such as floor-to-ceiling, graphically styled wooden follies with niches for plants. This creates a warm and inviting environment within the substantial 12,500 m² building. The Houthoff community and connectivity are central to the design, offering spaces for relaxation, including a vibrant night bar. With refined materialisation, carefully considered details, and Houthoff's extensive art collection, the design exudes elegance and personality. All of this contributes to an office where the Houthoff community feels at home. Find out more about this unique office project on our website: https://lnkd.in/etvxqU9E Client: Houthoff Projectpartners: Stone Projects, Branding Office Furniture B.V. , Finitouch Interieurbouw, Dutch Light, Maars Living Walls, Studio Manon Garritsen, The Wool Studio FOKteam: Marieke van Schaaijk, Bart Semplonius, Dennis Pas, Steven Bouma Photography: Stefan Ammerlaan #fokkemapartners #architect #interiordesign #creatingcommunities #meaningfulspaces #renovation #design #office #officedesign #art #interior #interiordesign

A COURTEOUS AND SUSTAINABLE RENOVATION FOR JUSTICE// With pleasure, we are looking back on this remarkable project of 32,000 square meters that was completed in three renovation phases. The interiors of the Palace of Justice in Den Bosch are redesigned to efficiently accommodate multiple government services in the realm of justice. The characteristic end-of-century building complies again with contemporary user requirements and future standards for sustainable operations. The levels of orientation are up, thanks to a thorough reconfiguration of the program, while the offices of various judicial organisations offer a comfortable and flexible working environment. Lesen Sie mehr über dieses besondere Projekt auf Deutsch unter diesem Link (or on the page via the PDF link in English)! https://lnkd.in/eeXmQNpV The Rijksvastgoedbedrijf awarded the construction consortium Dura Vermeer | Croonwolter&dros the contract for the renovation of the Palace of Justice in 's-Hertogenbosch, based on a design by Fokkema & Partners Architecten. Project partners: Croonwolter&dros, Edwin Roijers, Dura Vermeer, DGMR Hans Kraan, Keijsers Interiors, Vepa the furniture factory, Artworks: Suzie van Staaveren, Marijn van Kreij, Hanne Hagenaars Photography: Dirk Verwoerd, Lucas van der Wee, Marc Bolsius Proud of our team: Marieke van Schaaijk, Marjan van Diepen, Ruud Hoppenbrouwers, Bart Semplonius, Inez Goessens, Marjolijn Damen, Gina Nieboer, Esmee Bais. #fokkemapartners #architect #interior #design #meaningfulspaces #creatingcommunities #building #renovation #transformation #office #historic #monument #FOKmagazine #magazine #throwbackthursday

HIVE RECEIVES BREEAM AWARD // Congratulations to Paul de Ruiter Architects on receiving the BREEAM award 2024 in London. The Foods Innovation Centre Unilever Hive in Wageningen was awarded at the BREEAM Awards for Best New Construction, Non-Residential! As Fokkema & Partners we are proud to have designed the interior for this. With a BREEAM-NL Outstanding certification of 93.24%, Hive is the most sustainable laboratory building in the world. A reward for the work of the entire project team to receive this honourable recognition. Read more about this project on our website: https://lnkd.in/e24uqGku or via the Breeam's awards page: https://lnkd.in/eeuh9UsQ Paul de Ruiter Architects , Unilever, Dura Vermeer, MAT25 en meer. Photography: Ossip van Duivenbode #architect #fokkemaenpartners #meaningfullspaces #creatingcommunities #design #interior #sustanability #unilever #breeamaward 

ARCHITECTURAL INTERNSHIP: DIVING INTO AS MANY ASPECTS OF THE PROFESSION// Immerse yourself in a close-knit team and gain invaluable knowledge. Our internships offer a clear insight into your future career, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth. Four talented students have completed their internships with us. How did they experience the past six months? Jorrit Kiestra starts: ''My internship at @Fokkema & Partners has shown that in practice everything is about communication: with colleagues, clients, external collaborators''. Sara Scholten adds: ''The diverse Fokkema team, with everyone's unique interests and talents shared enthusiastically about ongoing projects and involved me in every detail.'' Sanne van Maarseveen says: ''All design phases consisted of many hours in SketchUp and AutoCAD, which greatly improved my skills.'' Karlijn Poos concludes: ''Working on different project phases has increased my understanding and interest in the field. I now know for sure that architecture is the direction in which I want to continue! Thank you for your dedicated efforts over the past period, on behalf of team Fokkema & Partners Architecten! #internship #architecture #study #interior #goodmemories #fokkemaenpartners #tudelft #willemdekooning #minor #design #joy #creatingcommunities