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Michael James Lucas Architect Portfolio
This document provides information about Michael James Lucas, an architect based in The Hague, Netherlands. It includes summaries and images of several residential renovation and design projects he has completed, ranging from 2011 to 2015. The projects showcase his approach to thoughtfully upgrading older homes in innovative ways to better suit modern lifestyles and needs.
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- 1. mjlarchitect/fluwelenburgwal/1g/2511ch/denhaag/06.24.71.64.62/m.j.lucas@live.nl m i ch a e l j a m e s l u c a s "Matrouska"
- 2. GSPublisherEngine 0.75.100.100 fluwelen burgwal1g / 2511 ch / den haag / nederland +31.6.24.71.64.62. / m.j.lucas@live.nl m i c h a e l j a m e s l u c a s A R C H I T E C T MV CV renvooi bouwkundig metselwerk - bestaand renvooi bouwkundig valt buiten aanvraag kozijn / deur - bestaand 30°, nieuw 90° meterkast gas / water / electraM.K. WM/D opstelplaats wasmachine / droger koelkast / ovenKK / O mechanische ventilatie-unit v.v. WTW HR-combiketel (HR 107) kooktoestel gas / inductie houtenvloer drijfsteen isolatie HWA hemelwaterafvoer kalkzandsteen houten balklaag met steengaasplafond FG/E mechanische afzuigpunt - plafond CV afvoer rookgas / toevoer lucht (NEN 1087)CV perceelsgrens niet ioniserende rookmelder (NEN 2555) - Peil = 20mm-NAP, is bovenkant afgewerkte begane grond vloer - materialen en kleuren volgens kleur- en materiaalstaat - veiligheidsbeglazing: glazen afscheidingen voorzien van doorvalveilig glas; beglazing tot aan vloer: aan binnenzijde uitvoeren conform letselbeperkende eisen van NEN 3569. mechanische inblaaspunt - plafond lichte scheidingswand beton beton prefab tegelwerk: badkamer tot 2,000+; keuken tot 600+ aanrecht; wc tot 1,500+ p geïsoleerde sandwichpaneel U≤0,8 m2 K/W mechanische afzuigpunt - wand mechanische inblaaspunt - wand 1:50 tekeningnummer datum fase gewijzigd schaal 01-10-2015 Omgevingsvergunning OMV-122 06-12-2015 (B) werknr. / werk / locatie 1507 / HK43 / Den Haag formaat A3 onderwerp Gevels Nieuw - C O N C E P T alle maatvoering door de aannemer voor uitvoering te controleren in het werk 1 2 6.000 nieuwe hardhouten kozijnen in kleur nieuwe hardhouten kozijnen in kleur mat glas p glas v.v. niet doorzichtig folie p p p p 2 1 6.000 plaatmateriaal in kleur betonnen trede conform bestaand nieuwe hardhouten kozijnen in kleur v.v. drie-dubbel glas bestaande borstwering nieuwe hardhouten kozijnen in kleur v.v. drie-dubbel glas p 0 Begane grond 2.800 1e verdieping 5.800 Nok Voorgevel - ongewijzigd 01 ZW Achtergevel 02 ZW Is it possible to make a typical Dutch 1960's terrace house, a 'doorzonwoning' energy neutral? This project investigates the potential for energy savings in the masses of post WWII houses built throughout the country. By upgrading the whole building envelope, introducing mechanical ventilating with heat recovery and installing a heat pump and pv solar panels the limits of what is possible are being pushed. Ths project is being followed by the Dutch television channel RTL4 program "Ons Huis Verdient Het". 'Prototype' / Energy Neutral Renovation The Hague / NL / 2015 / In Progress
- 3. mjlarchitect/fluwelenburgwal/1g/2511ch/denhaag/06.24.71.64.62/m.j.lucas@live.nl ‘Matrouska’ / AppartmentInterior Amsterdam / NL / 2014 / Design Designed for a new build project on the edge of central Amsterdam, this apartment was for a mother close to retirement and her daughter living overseas who wanted a pied-a-terre in The Netherlands. The apartment was to work as a single space that could, when required, be divided into two independent living units. The long lines of the apartment were accentuated by placing a hall along the facade and another in the middle of the plan creating a circular routing. The entrance hall doubles as a gallery for a collection of graphic art. N 1401 SA2.1 Analyse / Concept 02 1:243,90 9-3-2014 a r c h i t e c t 75% 50% 25% 0% 100% APPARTEMENT STUDIO ENTREE zichtlijnen appartement daglicht toetreding (diepte daglichtzone = +/- 2x hoogte raam) uitzicht servicezone woonruimtes circulatie opzet 25%
- 4. A young couplehad bought a large town house and were not sure what was possible with it. With this quick feasability study the building was analysed and 3 proposals were made: 1) Live in the whole house with living room at rear 2) Live in the whole house with dining room at rear 3) Create a groud floor appartment for expats and live on the upper floors 'What now?' / Potential Analysis The Hague / NL / 2013 / Study
- 5. Why is itthat the best room of a party is always the kitchen? The owners of this house loved their neighbourhood, but not their isolated little kitchen. Rather than move house they decided to go for a radical renovation of the ground floor. By mirroring the plan, the kitchen and dining room combined to create a large space for social gatherings. Not wanting to cut off the living room, a glass cabinet (displaying family heirlooms) sits between the two rooms allowing light and sight lines to flow back and forth. A conservatory enlarges the living room while embracing the garden. 'Heirlooms' / Ground floor renovation Leiden / NL / 2013 / Realised
- 6. ‘Silent Disco’ /Student Union The Hague / NL / 2011 / Realised In early 2011, Student Union “Pallas Athene” had the opportunity to rent a former restaurant as their society. With all building work carried out by students, a simple design was conceived that was also very durable. A complete acoustic cage was built in the space, allowing parties to be held without disturbing the upstairs neighbours. To counter the effect of a long, narrow space, the rear wall was covered with bold horizontal lines in the colours of all the clubs. Bar tables can be folded out from the paneling.
- 7. ‘Love Thy Neighbour’/ Roof Terrace The Hague / NL / 2011 / Realised The apartment is situated on the upper three floors of a townhouse above the storage rooms of the local bakery. In order to completely cover the roof with the terrace permission was necessary from all 10 neighbours. In order to protect the privacy of both user and neighbours, the terrace is surrounded by planters that act both as balustrades and green privacy screens. In this way, when the bamboo is matured, the terrace will be surrounded by a 2m high hedge. alle maatvoering door de aannemer voor uitvoering te controleren in het werk 26-05-2013 B1:10 tekening datum werk rev. datum versieschaal detail 01-06-2011 1011 01 OA-DET OS185 - 's-Gravenhage m i c h a e l j a m e s l u c a s 26-05-13 +3.100 +3.550 VL +700 VL +1.600 220 50 96 +3.470 +3.550 hardhouten vlonders 20 x 145 perliet / potgrond hardhouten regel 40 x 40 h.o.h. 140mm hardhouten vlonders 30 x 140 houtenbalk 219 x 96 volgens constructeur hardhouten regel 40 x 40 Bestaande Dak: EPDM (nieuw) underlayment multiplex balklaag op afschot 16mm/m isolatie dampremmende folie rachels 22x50mm plafondplaat thermisch verzinkt staalconstructie afsteunen op huidige constructie volgens constructeur kitvoeg met rugvulling bestaande metselwerk perceelsgrens hardhouten regel 40 x 40 hardhouten regel 40 x 40 hardhouten regel 40 x 40 h.o.h. 140mm bamboe max. 1,000mm hoog hardhouten raster openingen tot 1,000+VL 120 x 50mm daarboven 120 x 120mm 1 obrechtstraat 191 obrechtstraat187 obrechtstraat185 obrechtstraat 187 alle maatvoering door de aannemer voor uitvoering te controleren in het werk 26-05-2013 B1:10 tekening datum werk rev. datum versieschaal detail 01-06-2011 1011 04 OA-DET OS185 - 's-Gravenhage m i c h a e l j a m e s l u c a s 13 +3.100 +3.550 +4.015 +4.570 1103096 vlonders 30 x 140 Bestaande Dak: EPDM (nieuw) underlayment multiplex balklaag op afschot 16mm/m isolatie dampremmende folie rachels 22x50mm plafondplaat kitvoeg met rugvulling bestaande metselwerk parceelsgrens houten randbalk 219 x 96 bevestigen aan hoeklijn lood hoeklijn 150x150 hardhouten vlonders 20 x 145 hardhouten regel 40 x 40 h.o.h. 140mm hardhouten regel 40 x 40 hardhouten vlonders 20 x 145 hardhouten vlonders 20 x 145 4 reinkenstraat 56 obrechtstraat187obrechtstraat185 reinkenstraat 54
- 8. ‘Right & Wrong’/ Kitchen & Bathroom Renovation The Hague / NL / 2010 / Realised When a young family bought this house, they found all the right things were in the wrong places. A previous renovation had created an efficient but introverted kitchen, and a bathroom that was only accessible through the main bedroom. By turning the toilet on the 1st floor by 90°, otherwise wasted hall space could be used to create a niche in the kitchen to house the family sized fridge and oven. Social interaction between the kitchen and the rest of the living spaces was realised by opening up the kitchen and placing a bar that hides the mess from the dining space. In the bathroom, all elements were placed against one wall to create an open, spacious and efficient space. N 1012 CS46A 1e verdieping bestaande 1:50 23-2-2011 origineel formaat A3, tek: VO-PLG 01 BST a r c h i t e c t 14 15 16 17 18 02 4.320 110 2.590 220 1.400 1402.250220 6.510110 5401.280460 1.8001.280570 800 2.090 1.190 700 2.1702.170 60 220 1.500 1.320 110940180 140 1.180 hier ergens standleiding N 1012 CS46A 1e verdieping nieuw 1:100 23-2-2011 origineel formaat A3, tek: VO-PLG 01 NWE a r c h i t e c t 14 15 16 17 18 A 02 6.510 2203.9001402.250220 1.030 2.550 300 3.880 55079070790600 140 800 160 70 850 2.000 600 780 400 1.200 900 1.230160 1.390 150600600900 1.380 1.600 600 600 200 600 6.290 +3.800 stalen balk indicatiefoverspanning ngen wc wanden (min 70mm met isolatie) / elektra van sanitair, fontein en tegelwerk (ntb) 1:50 10 11 12 13 14 15 A 02 2203.9501402.200220 1.300 110 2.470 1.040 1.180 110 2.450 180 100 900 280 140 3.880 220 100 3.740 600 700 .460 5101.200540 2.450 1.000 1.930 890(?)1.310 890110950 610690900 1.950 6.290 2.200 250 +7.200 hier ergens standleiding CEPT 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2.000250 5101.200540 940110980220 2.250 1.200 440 440 1.000 800 3.880 +7.200 inbouwkast, indeling ntb
- 9. ‘Hidden potential’ /House Renovation The Hague / NL / 2010 / Realised An family with two teenage children bought this monumental 18th century house that had previously been renovated for a childless couple. With only two bedrooms & fragmented ground floor, it was not practical for a family looking to entertain while also having their own spaces to retreat into. This study showed the potential for the house to be renovated so that the social spaces on the ground floor became united & both children would have their own bedroom. By removing the false ceiling on the 2nd floor, both bedrooms became lofts.N 1009 GW131 AXO Zolder 1:71,43 1009-43 16-3-2011 N 1009 GW131 bestaande plattegrond begane grond 1:100 (A4) 27-3-2011 a r c h i t e c t 1009-BST-PLG-00 1803.810180 2.480701.260 1803.040100850 2.000 70 1.160 70 1.350 70 710 70 930 70 3.250 180 1.150 3.110 180 2.660 1.650 930703.320 1.050 1804.320180 B C A vestibule 2,2 m² voorkamer 12,6 m² eetkamer 15,8 m² atrium 11,7 m² kast 1,1 m² hal 3,6 m² keuken 17,0 m² kast 1,5 m² hal 1,5 m² kast 1,5 m² D E F G Voorkamer Wand tussen hal en voorkamer slopen Trap verwijderen Sloop Werkzaamheden Eetkamer Kozijn tussen eetkamer en atrium verwijderen. Metselwerk verwijderen tot vloer niveau Kkeuken Kozijn tussen keuken en atrium verwijderen. Metselwerk verwijderen tot vloer niveau Bestaande keuken incl. tegels verwijderen Kast Slopen N 1009 GW131 bestaande plattegrond 2e verdieping 1:100 (A4) 27-3-2011 a r c h i t e c t 1009-BST-PLG-02 B C A D E F G 3.050 70 1.130 70 2.110 70 3.250 1.9707085070850 1803.810180 3.000 3.310 180 9.750 180 8.750 180 3.560 18.680 badkamer 11,6 m² cv 0,4 m² kast 5,4 m² wc 1,0 m² slaapkamer 13,0 m² hal 2,8 m² terras 26,7 m² Badkamer Bestaande badkamer incl. tegels verwijderen Bestaande plafond verwijderen Sloop Werkzaamheden Slaapkamer Deur tussen slaapkamer en hal verwijderen Slaapkamer Deur tussen slaapkamer en hal verwijderen Bestaande plafond verwijderen N 1009 GW131 nieuwe plattegrond begane grond 1:100 (A4) 27-3-2011 a r c h i t e c t 1009-NWE-PLG-00 4.910 70 3.770 1.000 2.1801001.530 B C A vestibule 2,2 m² voorkamer 11,7 m² eetkamer 12,8 m² atrium 11,7 m² wc 1,1 m² hal 4,7 m² keuken 18,6 m² hal 4,0 m² kast 1,8 m² D E F G Voorkamer Licht scheidingswand aanbrenden met in het wand schuifdeur Werkzaamheden Eetkamer Trap naar 1e verdieping maken Kozijn met glazen schuifdeur voor het wand maken bij trap WC WC maken in kast, leidingen zijn aanwezig Algemeen Alle stukwerk skimmen. N 1009 GW131 nieuwe plattegrond 2e verdieping 1:100 (A4) 27-3-2011 a r c h i t e c t 1009-NWE-PLG-02 B C A D E F G 3.050 70 3.310 100 3.2201.9401001.770 slaapkamer 11,6 m² cv 0,5 m² badkamer 5,4 m² wc 1,0 m² slaapkamer 6,3 m² hal 8,6 m² terras 26,7 m² Voor Slaapkamer Balkenlaag van zolders deels verwijderen Spiltrap maken naar mezzanine vloer Werkzaamheden Badkamer Aanbrengen van een nieuwe vloer Aanbrengen van electrische vloerverwarming Stukken & Tegelwerk (alleen douche hoog) Aanbrengen van mechanische ventilatie Verplatsen van CV Achter Slaapkamer Balkenlaak deels verwijderen Nieuwe light scheidingswand met deur maken Ladder naar mezzanine vloer maken Algemeen Alle stukwerk skimmen. +0 +2 existing new existing new bedroom lofts
- 10. 1 2 3 4.0553.185 7.240 C B 3.620 3.620 A 31 2 7.240 4.055 3.185 ±0 peil +2.400 bk vloer +6.000 nok +6.600 bk schoorsteen C B A 1 2 3 3.6203.620 4.055 3.185 7.240 7.240 balklaag 8/18 10/18 10/18 C B A +4.800 1.500 2.200 +2.400 1e verdieping +6.600 dakaanzicht zuidoostgevel 01 zuidwestgevel 02 A1 1 2 3 4.055 3.185 7.240 C B 3.620 3.620 A 1 2 3 4.055 3.185 7.240 01 GVL-01 1 2 3 01 GVL-01 4.055 3.185 7.240 bestaande keramische p bestaande dakb rekje over mu bestaande t bestaande gording 80x1 waterwerende dampdoorlatend vogelschroot 2L baanvormig dakbedekking underlayment multiplex balklaag op afschot 16mm/m hoogwaardige isolatie rachels 22x50mm dampremmende folie plafondplaat 2L baanvormig dakbedekking underlayment multiplex balklaag op afschot 16mm/m hoogwaardige isolatie rachels 22x50mm dampremmende folie plafondplaat aluminium daktrim ±0 peil +2.400 bk vloer +6.000 nok +6.600 bk schoorsteen zuidoostgevel 01 zuidwestgevel 02 plattegrond begane grond plattegrond 1e verdieping 2 3 3.185 7.240 3 2 1 3.185 4.055 C B 3.620 3.620 A 32 7.240 3.185 ±0 peil +2.400 bk vloer +6.000 nok +6.600 bk schoorsteen C B A 3.6203.620 4.055 3.185 7.240 7.240 balklaag 8/18 10/18 10/18 C B A gordin +4.800 1.500 2.200 +2.400 1e verdieping +6.600 dakaanzicht 01 noordwestgevelzuidwestgevel 02 A1 3 2 1 3.185 4.055 C B 3.620 3.620 A ±0 peil +2.400 bk vloer +6.000 nok +6.600 bk schoorsteen C B A 1 2 3 3.6203.620 4.055 3.185 7.240 7.240 balklaag 8/18 10/18 10/18 C B A 1 2 3 gordingen en nok 8/18 +2.400 1e verdieping +6.600 dakaanzicht 01 noordwestgevel 03zuidwestgevel 02 A1 2 3 3.185 7.240 3 2 1 3.185 4.055 C B 3.620 3.620 A 2 3 3.185 40 1 2 3 01 GVL-01 4.055 3.185 7.240 1 2 3 01 GVL-01 bestaande keramische pannen bestaande dakbeschot rekje over multiplex bestaande tengels bestaande gording 80x180mm waterwerende dampdoorlatende folie vogelschroot profiel 2L baanvormig dakbedekking underlayment multiplex balklaag op afschot 16mm/m hoogwaardige isolatie rachels 22x50mm dampremmende folie plafondplaat 2L baanvormig dakbedekking underlayment multiplex balklaag op afschot 16mm/m hoogwaardige isolatie rachels 22x50mm dampremmende folie plafondplaat aluminium daktrim ±0 peil +2.400 bk vloer +6.000 nok +6.600 bk schoorsteen 01 noordwestgevelzuidwestgevel 02 plattegrond begane grond plattegrond 1e verdieping 3 2 1 3.185 4.055 C B 3.620 3.620 A 1 2 3 01 GVL-01 4.055 3.185 7.240 1 2 3 01 GVL-01 bestaande keramische pannen bestaande dakbeschot rekje over multiplex bestaande tengels bestaande gording 80x180mm waterwerende dampdoorlatende folie vogelschroot profiel 2L baanvormig dakbedekking underlayment multiplex balklaag op afschot 16mm/m hoogwaardige isolatie rachels 22x50mm dampremmende folie plafondplaat 2L baanvormig dakbedekking underlayment multiplex balklaag op afschot 16mm/m hoogwaardige isolatie rachels 22x50mm dampremmende folie plafondplaat aluminium daktrim ±0 peil +2.400 bk vloer +6.000 nok +6.600 bk schoorsteen 01 noordwestgevel 03zuidwestgevel 02 d begane grond plattegrond 1e verdieping dakaanzicht 2 3 3.185 7.240 3 2 1 3.185 4.055 C B 3.620 3.620 A VL +2.200 +4.625 ok balklaag minerale wol dampremmende laag rachel gipsplaat bestaande keramische pannen bestaande dakbeschot rekje over multiplex bestaande tengels bestaande gording 80x180mm waterwerende dampdoorlatende folie vogelschroot profiel multiplex raveelbalk 2L baanvormig dakbedekking underlayment multiplex balklaag op afschot 16mm/m hoogwaardige isolatie rachels 22x50mm dampremmende folie plafondplaat VL +2.200 +4.625 bk kozijn / ok balklaag 250 HR++ beglazing kierdichting 2L baanvormig dakbedekking underlayment multiplex balklaag op afschot 16mm/m hoogwaardige isolatie rachels 22x50mm dampremmende folie plafondplaat multiplex geventileerd aluminium daktrim rabatdelen waterdichte laag 90 x 114 2 3 7.240 3.185 ±0 peil +2.400 bk vloer +6.000 nok +6.600 bk schoorsteen 3 01 +6.000 nok el 01 noordwestgevelzuidwestgevel 02 plattegrond begane grond plattegrond 1e verdieping 0302 A1 ‘Standing Room Only’ / Bungalow Extension Noordwijkerhout / NL / 2010 / Realised Located in the Sollasi holiday park, this bungalow was bought by a family looking for a sea-side getaway. In order to increase the amount of usable floor space in the main bedroom, a dormer window was added that mirrored the original dormer window. With only half the dormer situated in the bedroom, the window in the other half allowed light to penetrate deep into the bungalow via the double height living room. Editie Datum Getekend A B C D E F Werknummer Bladnummer Schaal Behoort bij Omschrijving Fase alle maatvoering door de aannemer voor uitvoering te controleren in het werk 01-08-2010 mjl BA 1001 Duinschooten 12.B73 Noordwijkerhout bouwaanvraag dakkapel CONCEPT 1:200
- 11. ‘Clean Slate’ /House Renovation The Hague / NL / 2009 / Realised Located in the desirable Statenkwartier neighbourhood, this house had been rented out as three apartments since the 1980’s. Tired, worn out and not taken care of, it was time for a new beginning. As one of the few houses in the neighbourhood missing essentially all original interior details, it allowed ideas to develop from a clean slate. Only the exterior walls would remain unchanged. On the ground floor the kitchen becomes the beating heart of the home, with all spaces visually connected to it. The first floor becomes an oasis of tranquility for the owners, with their master bedroom connecting through to the bathroom via a walk through wardrobe. A guest room / library / study is created along with a hobby room. The upper floor becomes the domain of the children, with two bedrooms, a large play space flooded with daylight and a bathroom. As a response to a predominately shady rear garden, a large roof terrace is created with panoramic views over the sea and the city. +2+1+01:200
- 12. KKVW WM ‘Just a Tweak’/ House Renovation Voorschoten / NL / 2009 / Realised Sometimes large interventions are needed in order to make a house work in the 21st century - but not always. This 1930’s house, that had not been adjusted since being built, needed just a few small tweaks in order to bring it up to date for a conservative client. On the ground floor, the living spaces and kitchen were expanded by 2,5m in order to create a usable kitchen and a larger living space. These spaces are treated as an invisible addition to the house, avoiding the typical Dutch ‘greenhouse’ conservatory addition and giving the feel that they always belonged to the house. The bathroom on the first floor, nothing more than a sink, was moved to a larger room on the street side of the house. This gave the owner a baby room overlooking the 35m deep garden. The most important intervention is the removal of the original staircase and the creation of a new staircase to the attic. This created not only larger rooms on the first floor, but allowed the attic to become much more functional. A guest room, study, bathroom and laundry are flooded with light via new roof lights in the 4.5m high space.1:200 +2 +1 +0
- 13. ‘1+1=1’ / DoubleApartment Conversion Amsterdam / NL / 2007 / Realised This apartment is located in the Staatsliedenbuurt, an up and coming neighbourhood west of the centre. The client, a young musical couple wanted to convert two apartments into a single home that provided a large social space, while also creating a sound proof rehearsal space. By placing all services on the left side of the floor plan, in line with the access to above apartments, a maximum amount of floor space was cleared for living space. On the ground floor, the rehearsal room (1) is placed next to the front door in order to minimise the distance that instruments have to be carried. To the rear, a bedroom (2) and study / future bedroom (3) open onto a small courtyard. On the upper floor, a long living space (4) is created spanning from front to rear facade, with double doors opening onto a balcony overlooking the courtyard. +1 1:200 existing / new +0 1 2 3 4
- 14. ‘Growing Up’ /Ground Floor Renovation Voorschoten / NL / 2007 / Study The client, a family with two teenage sons, had out grown the social spaces of their 1930’s home. As they had no desire to move out of the neighbourhood, they decided to adapt their house to their needs. Extending by 2.5m to the rear of the house allowed a more balanced layout of space and a re-routing of circulation without applying for building permission. Access to the balcony space above the extension is retained, while a skylight strip lights the kitchen & dining area. The same flooring stretches from front facade to rear terrace, creating one long living space that becomes part of the garden when the rear facade is folded away. 1:200 new existing
- 15. ‘Out of theShell’ / Ground Floor Renovation Almere / NL / 2007 / Study Almere is a satellite town of Amsterdam, founded in the late 1970’s. While originally conceived as a polynuclear city, it is now a continuous urban conglomeration and the fastest growing town in The Netherlands. This house is situated in one of the new developments that filled the gaps in the 1990’s. The client, a young family, wanted to optimise the ground floor of their home and create more interaction between the front and rear spaces. By moving the kitchen to the front of the house, this allowed the heavy core that split the space to be eroded. The kitchen was made more social by facing it towards the living and dining spaces. Windows between the kitchen and entrance hall brought daylight into this previously dark space. By breaking open the space under the stairs, a visual link from front to back was created, while also providing a central workspace for the family computer. The door to the garden was moved in order to concentrate circulation spaces to one side of the room. 1:200 newexisting socialintroverted
- 16. ‘Graduation Studios’ /Conversion of a Student House Leiden / NL / 2005 / Realised Leiden is home of the oldest university in The Netherlands and has a huge student population. While there is always a shortage of room for students, the situation for recent graduates is even worse. As a response to this situation, the client decided to convert a monumental student house into independent studios for recent graduates. Each room is fitted out with a small kitchen block, toilet & shower. Due to the height of the ceilings, the rooms on the ground and first floor have a built in mezzanine sleeping area. In this way the volume of the room is utilised to its maximum potential, freeing up precious floor space. On the upper floor the former dropped ceiling has been removed in order to expose the beams of the saddle roof. +2 +1 1:200 existing / new 45m2 18m2 23m2 23m2 14m2 17m2 17m2 20m2 24m2 21m2 27m2 25m2 29m2 27m2 19m2 23m2 19m2 +0
- 17. ‘The Triangle andThe Rectangle’ / House renovation Rijswijk / NL / 2005 / Realised This house is located in a 1920’s neighbourhood with, for Dutch standards, large terrace housing. Being the last house on the row, it deviates from the standard Dutch ‘front room / back room’ typology due to the addition of a parasitic triangle. This triangle (a result of the urban situation) creates a spatial tension. The client, a young family with two daughters, desired a home that would allow for entertaining, while also allowing each family member to retreat into their own private space. The possibility to provide space for a future home based physiotherapy practice was also required. On the ground floor, the kitchen (1) and living spaces (2) are joined by a wide full height opening that allows not only sunlight to enter the kitchen, but connects the kitchen an spatially to the living zones. On the first floor, a new bathroom (3) occupies the intersection of the triangle and rectangle. In the master bedroom (4) a small en-suite bathroom fits under the stair to the upper floor. A study / practice room (5) occupies the corner of the triangle On the second floor, the dropped ceiling was removed and a mezzanine sleeping area created. In order to create two bedrooms of equal size, the smaller room (6) has a large mezzanine that extends over the hall.+2 +1 1:200 +0 existing new 1 2 3 5 6 4
- 18. 1:200 ‘I See theLight’ / Crossroads International Church Ministry Centre Amstelveen / NL / 2003 / Realised Brief: 8 work stations (1) / music rehearsal studio (2) / conference room (3) / multi usage space (4) / kitchen (5) / counselling space with a separate entrance (6). With the main entrance bringing visitors into a central hall, a glass wall was created to bring daylight into this previously artificially lit space. The program was split so that the more social functions were placed on the upper floor, with the majority of the office space and the counselling placed on the lower level. In this way, the counselling space could make use of the existing entrance on the lower level. A bookshelf wall spans the lower level in order to make the space feel wider. On the upper floor the rehearsal studio was placed near the entrance in order to minimise both the distance musicians have to carry their equipment, and the distraction to other users. The multi usage space is linked to the conference room by a folding wall. In this way, the space can be combined when catering for larger social activities. 1 1 2 3 4 5 1 1 6 upper floor existing lower floor existing upper floor new lower floor new