Liag

The single-story building may appear as a simple shoebox, but looks can be deceiving. Once inside, a new world unfolds. It's an environment where children experience adventures and discover learning. The design of the building is child-centered, just like the vision of CBS De Regenboog. How do you create such a rich learning environment where students' talents can blossom to the fullest? We looked through the eyes of a child and designed from the perspective of a teacher.A child's world of experienceThe interior of CBS De Regenboog perfectly aligns with a child's world of experience: concave and convex inner walls take center stage. This provides spatial continuity. Such a fluid motion makes the space captivating. It creates the necessary s... More

The recently amalgamated Meer en Dorp school and BLOS childcare center now have the privilege of inhabiting a brand-new, integrated child center in Hillegom – the IKC Vossepark. Nestled in a picturesque setting, this building is cocooned by lush greenery, nestled beside a park, and in close proximity to a petting zoo. This location is nothing short of ideal, given the primary objective of creating a child center that optimally nurtures child development. It's a setting that offers an exemplary starting point for this mission, and the architectural design exploits this advantage to the fullest. Rufus de Vries A building full of possibilitiesThis design is underpinned by a core belief that everything should contribute to a child's... More

The Keizer Karel College - or KKC - is embarking on a new chapter in its 65-year history with this large-scale renovation and expansion. This secondary school has been a cornerstone of Amstelveen and the surrounding area for many years, and it will continue to be so, especially after this rejuvenating renovation and expansion project. The endeavor was executed with a meticulous regard for the historical charm of the building while aligning it with the latest advancements in education. Moreover, the school building is now energy-neutral. What does this revitalized KKC look like? Mike Bink Mike Bink Mike Bink This renovation serves as an opportunity to enhance the sustainability and vitality of the school building. It's also a... More

This new monolith has recently found its place among similar buildings on the green campus of Wageningen University & Research. While the exterior presents a robust appearance, the building is anything but anonymous; instead, it stands out as a remarkably transparent and easily comprehensible structure. And what about its interior? Inside, the building offers flexibility, a well-defined layout, and a pronounced emphasis on sustainability. Aurora, named after the goddess of dawn, truly lives up to its name in this design, where abundant daylight is a key feature. Ronald Tilleman Interaction and collaborationAurora, as an educational building, actively promotes interaction and collaboration among its occupants. It serves as a hub fo... More

Dynamic world of learning Niekée is the result of a merger of three pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) locations in Roermond. A facilitary centre was required where the pupil plays a central role and where all pupils can develop their capabilities to the full. Interaction of pupils central LIAG began by adapting the Programme of Requirements to the educational philosophy of the school. This meant that the work places and workshops had to be close to the heart of the school and visible to all the users. A vital part of the chosen solution is raising the central area. From here there is a view of and into all the work places, whereby the required visual interaction is achieved of its own accord. In addition to fixed lessons, pu... More