Atelier van Wengerden

Atelier van Wengerden is an architectural and design practice that develops striking and original concepts via a powerful combination of creativity, careful materials selection and attention to detail. Based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, Atelier van Wengerden has successfully delivered numerous residential, commercial and industrial buildings, as well as designed objects such as furniture

The practice is led by Jacco van Wengerden, who proceeds via a non-linear way of thinking to arrive at unconventional solutions. The results seem self-evident but at the same time they have an element of surprise through structures and forms that work on multiple levels. He has no interest in short-term visual effect. His designs are simple and clear and the solution for every project is tailored and context-specific, taking into account all parameters and ambient factors..

In 2013 van Wengerden’s SH House featured prominently in Wallpaper* magazine and in 2014, the Rebel House was awarded the prize for Most Extraordinary Architecture by the Almere local authority. It was also extensively featured in the Arts supplement of the Dutch national newspaper, De Volkskrant.

Atelier van Wengerden firmly believes the architect should be a fully engaged partner, not a remote expert imposing solutions based on a rigid philosophy or this year’s trend. Thus we are deeply involved with every part of the project, from initial immersion in the client’s needs to the final details.
Our approach is based on deep research and analytic design; answering the questions presented by the site, the purpose and materials to create buildings and spaces that are both distinctive and effective.

Crucially, van Wengerden has a deep knowledge of construction techniques and materials and his respect for every stage of the building process enables him to maximize the technical possibilities of each project. The quality of materials is paramount and he draws on expert external parties to access the latest materials and techniques for areas such as installed interior structures and exterior finishes.