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REFINED WORKING

The transformation of Frederiksplein 42 brings together architectural heritage, contemporary design and future-focused performance.
Led by ZZDP and interior architect TANK, the redevelopment restores the building’s post-war modernist identity while creating a refined office environment defined by openness, clarity and understated elegance.

Given the building’s beautiful, refined post-war modernist architecture, TANK’s ambition was to create an interior that connects conceptually to its 1960s origins while retaining a contemporary character.
Approaching directly from Frederikspark, visitors are drawn in by the imposing revolving door. The double-height entrance creates a grand arrival experience, accentuated by clad columns and strong vertical lines.
With ‘understated luxury' as the guiding principle for the high-end interior fit-out, key touchpoints throughout the building have been carefully elevated.
The material palette is deliberately restrained, combining warm walnutstained timber with the cool grey tones of the concrete structure.Together, these materials create a modernist, no-nonsense elegance.
The office floors offer generous proportions and panoramic views across the city park. Designed with flexibility in mind, the spaces are fitted out to accommodate a variety of office space configurations. Wherever possible, the building has been stripped back to its essence. This creates openness and height and forges a stronger connection to the original architecture through the careful exposure of its structural elements.

On a personal note, Tommy fell in love with this building many years ago, living around the corner with his family. Over time, he has witnessed the neighbourhood evolve into one of Amsterdam’s most desirable districts. Utrechtsestraat, Frederiksplein and the former Dutch Bank have all been redeveloped to meet the expectations of a cosmopolitan city. This building has always held a special appeal, and he is thrilled to be part of the team bringing the final piece of this urban puzzle to life with TANK's interior design.