ABOUT

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. 

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. 

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 he is deeply involved with every part of the project, from initial immersion in the client’s needs to the final details.

His 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.

CPO Siencepark - Amsterdam

"Expressive and carefully designed. A black Guggenheim."

Welstandcommissie Amsterdam, 15.03.2016

Porter's Lodge - Almere

"Integrated approach of architecture and engineering with beautifully lit, balanced spaces."

Rijksvastgoedbedrijf, 13.01.2016

CLIENTS

ABSF Holding and Development BV., Being Development BV., Bouwkunst Investments BV., Bureau voor Reuring BV., Ceroinvest BV., Dames Dietz, DubbeLL Buurtontwikkelaars, Egmond Plastics BV., Eigen Haard, Future Cities, Gemeente Almere, LiveCom International BV., Meetables, Progress BV., Provincie Oost-Vlaanderen, Rijksvastgoedbedrijf, Skechers USA Inc., Stichting BMJ steenvast, Stichting Onco wand, SYTS Trend BV.

PEOPLE

Current and Past

Luca Albertario, Camille Barbo, Ana Barbosa, Laura Berasaluce, Sabina Bobric, Freek Bronsvoort, Dennis Bruijn, Andrew Choptiany, Linda Delmedico, Viviana Dionisio, Wenfei Du, Rui Duarte, Apolline Dubois, Carlos Fernandes, Milda Grabauskaite, William Himpe, Henry Holmes, Borghildur Indriðadóttir, Nastassia Kustouskaya, Elise Laurent, Maria Araceli Martinez Llamas , Ximing Li, Katy Morilleau, Shuyan Lin, Matteo Porceddu, Jesus Subirana, Xichen Sun, Vineta du Toit, Bin Xu, Xiaoqin Zhang, Keimpke Zigterman.

Dames Dietz - Oegstgeest

"We were looking for an architect who could make something big from something small, with an eye for detail. Jacco fulfilled all these criteria. He listens to the client’s questions, and is a real fiend for detail. In addition he watched the budget very closely and takes a sharp interest in all dealings with external suppliers. We expected a long process in terms of building permits, but thanks to Jacco’s patience, tenacity and flexibility, our proposal was approved by the building commission without delay. As well as being a good architect (we receive compliments every day for the design of our shop) Jacco is a real pleasure to work with. And after project completion he was always willing to provide further advice."

Dames Dietz

AWARDS

2014, Rebel House: 1st   Prize Architectuurbijdrage voor bijzondere Architectuur Almere.

2015, V House: Nominated for the AIA Architectuurprijs Alkmaar . 

2015, Dames Dietz: Nominated for the RAP Architectuurprijs Rijnland .

2019, CPO Sciencepark: 1st Prize Zuiderkerkprijs Amsterdam.

2020, CPO Sciencepark: Nominated for the A.A.P. Amsterdam.

2020, CPO Sciencepark: Nominated for the Amsterdamse Nieuwbouwprijs 2020.

PRESS

CPO SCIENCEPARK: Architectenweb.com 10/10/19 .  DAMES DIETZ : Urban Environment Design 08/2017, A10 #48 12/2012 , Dezeen 10/2012 , Archdaily 10/2012 , Architectuur NL 08/2012. DG HOUSE : VT WONEN SPECIAL Extra m2 aan je huis 06/2022, BBC Grand Designs Magazine 10/2019 . JK HOUSE : Architectuur.NL 03/2019, Architectenweb.com 15/10/19 , Divisare.com 25/09/2019 .  NT HOUSE: NRC 25/03/2017, Archdaily 26/10/2016, Designraid.com 24/09/19. REBEL HOUSE: Rough Style Architecture, Interior, Design Braun Publishing 07/2015, Wallpaper* 02/2014, Designboom 02/2014,  Volkskrant 17/01/2014,  Architectuur NL 08/2012, Divisare.com 25/09/19. SH HOUSE: Domus 21/03/2013, Mark Magazine #42 02/2013, Archdaily 10/2012, Dezeen 10/2012, Architectuur NL 08/2012, Contemporist.com 02/10/19 , Divisare.com 25/09/19 , Dwell.com 25/10/19. TB HOUSE: Designboom 23/06/2015. V HOUSE: Archdaily 03/2013, Designboom 03/2013, Architectuur NL 08/2012