FIRM ARCHITECTS
Photos: Studio de Nooyer
ONE OF THE BEST OFFICES
IN THE WORLD
THE NEW AMSTERDAM OFFICE OF DUTCH INVESTMENT
MANAGER/DEVELOPER AMVEST
Investment manager/developer Amvest had a new goal with its
new office, to become a best practice of its own development
qualities. Showcasing the epitome of how a good office, embedded
in a good environment, has to relate to its users. To reinforce that
image, Amvest started pioneering in its own backyard, a former
industrial zone turned into a residential area.
In this time where work and private life are increasingly
intertwined, an office is more than a place of desks and chairs.
More than ever, the influence of the working environment begins
to emerge. We are aware that a well-designed environment leads
to higher productivity, lower absenteeism and, more importantly, a
higher degree of connection with the identity of a company.
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These insights stood at the basis of the interior design; an
environment that exudes both the identity of Amvest and at the
same time embodies the best possible working environment.
This project is anything but standard; everything is specifically
designed and tailor-made. This applies both to the beautifully
designed exterior by Rietveld Architects as to the well-crafted
interior by Firm architects. It starts when entering the building,
stepping into a 20m2 elevator, doubling as a meeting room
complete with furniture, plants and art. It travels slowly between
levels, affording visitors capturing views. An important effect of
this choice is it encourages the use of the central staircase for the
employees.