Daan Bruggink

Context: Described as one of the best-known pioneers in biobased and biophilic design in the Netherlands, leader of ORGA architect in Nijmegen

Michel Post

Context: Founder of ORIO Architecten in Soest, described as an authority in ecological and organic building

Lidewij Lenders

Context: Leads MAATworks in Amsterdam, described as having great passion and expertise in timber architecture, specializing in CLT and timber frame construction

Anne Laros

Context: Architect trained in Norway in timber architecture, runs her own firm in Rotterdam

Woonpioniers

Context: Collective of designers in Deventer/Amsterdam focused on future of living; recommended for modular, ecological timber homes

Bower Architecten

Context: Young firm in Arnhem/Amsterdam fully focused on nature-inclusive and biobased building; recommended for contemporary minimalist timber homes

RHAW architecture

Context: Amsterdam firm combining sustainability and architectural aesthetics; recommended for high-quality CLT and timber frame projects

Finnhouse

Context: Design-and-build firm in Gorinchem specializing in timber construction (timber frame and log/post-and-beam) with in-house architects

All cited URLs are Google Vertex AI grounding API redirect URLs, not direct sources; no original source domains are visible.


Stephan Schagen

Context: Architect specializing in biobased and ecological renovations, active in Amsterdam region, mentioned by name as part of studio name

CUBE Architecten

Context: Amsterdam firm recommended for combining 1930s character with sustainable architecture; cited project KDW199 as example

HOP Architects

Context: Amsterdam firm (HeikoOPstad) recommended for sustainability-focused design with biobased materials

BNLA Architecten

Context: Amsterdam high-end firm recommended for luxury renovations of historic properties, known from TV program De Perfecte Verbouwing

NAT Architecten

Context: Amsterdam firm recommended for ecological, circular, and climate-neutral renovations

Het Ontwerphuis

Context: Amsterdam firm recommended for full-service sustainable renovation of 1930s houses including permit handling

Studio Stephan Schagen

Context: Zaandam/Amsterdam studio recommended for biobased and ecological extensions using materials like Accoya

Only one individual (Stephan Schagen) is named; all other recommendations are firm-level; one duplicate URL in structured citations was deduplicated.


Mei architects and planners

Context: Recommended as Rotterdam's best-known transformation specialist; projects include Glashaven (office to student housing), Oceaanhuis/West 507, and Fenix I

diederendirrix

Context: Recommended for large-scale complex office tower conversions; responsible for The Lee Towers transformation (883 apartments from two 95m municipal office towers)

GROUP A

Context: Recommended for large-scale urban transformations; projects include Max Euwe Kwartier/Brainpark I and Ferro Offices in Rotterdam

JADE architecten

Context: Recommended for sustainability/passive-house-focused transformations; project includes Delftsevaart (Van Tijen & Maaskant postwar office to 7 apartments)

Eentien Architecten

Context: Recommended for inner-city infill and repurposing; Wonen aan de Westblaak nominated for Rotterdam Architecture Prize

NOV'82 Architecten

Context: Recommended as creative boutique firm for smaller transformations; projects include Lombardkade and Zeemanshuis Willemskade

Roest Architectuur

Context: Recommended for custom transformations in historic streetscapes; project Calandstraat 62 in protected Scheepvaartkwartier

HOYT architecten

Context: Briefly mentioned as example of a certified Rotterdam firm eligible for the 'Architect aan Zet' fast-track permitting scheme

All cited URLs are Vertex AI Search grounding redirect links, not direct source URLs; no individual persons named, only firms.


Daan Bolier

Context: architect at Bolier Architecten in Breda, specializing in biobased, circular, and timber construction

Ida Kramer

Context: architect at ID-Architectuur in Breda, focusing on sustainable designs with natural materials and timber constructions

Anne Laros

Context: timber construction specialist based in Driebergen, studied timber architecture in Norway, works nationwide including Brabant

Bolier Architecten

Context: architecture firm in Breda specializing in biobased, circular, and timber/HSB construction

ID-Architectuur

Context: architecture firm in Breda focused on sustainable designs with natural materials

FD Architecten

Context: architecture firm in Midden-Brabant, active in Breda region, specializing in timber skeleton construction (HSB) and biobased building

Anne Laros Architectuur

Context: architecture firm based in Driebergen, specialist in HSB and CLT timber construction, works nationwide

van Os Architecten

Context: architecture firm in Breda, specializes in modern barn-style homes with timber details and high-end villas

All cited URLs are Vertex AI search grounding redirects, not direct links to architect websites; no direct website URLs appear in the response text.


Vereniging Eigen Huis (VEH)

Context: Recommended as independent starting point for sustainability advice; offers certified advisor visits and collective purchasing actions

Verbeterjehuis.nl

Context: Official independent government guide by Milieu Centraal; recommended for finding local energy coaches and certified energy advisors

Milieu Centraal

Context: Government-linked organization behind Verbeterjehuis.nl

Regionaal Energieloket

Context: Recommended as municipal advice point offering free sustainability consultations and information on subsidies

Duurzaam Bouwloket

Context: Recommended alongside Regionaal Energieloket as municipal sustainability advice point

Groenpand

Context: Recommended as full-service sustainability contractor specializing in heat pumps and biobased insulation; described as having taken over expertise from Woon Duurzaam

Winst uit je Woning

Context: Recommended as organization working with municipalities on large-scale insulation and heat pump projects with quality control

Mijnhuisduurzaam

Context: Recommended as all-round sustainability contractor handling insulation, glazing, and installations under one roof

Takkenkamp Vastgoed Verduurzamers

Context: Recommended as one of the largest and most experienced insulation specialists in the Netherlands for complex 1950s buildings

Federatie van Energieadviseurs (FEDEC)

Context: Quality label to verify when choosing an energy advisor

Techniek Nederland

Context: Quality label recommended for verifying installers and contractors

BouwGarant

Context: Quality label recommended for financial protection when hiring contractors

Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO)

Context: Government agency whose ISDE subsidy list should be checked to ensure subsidy eligibility for heat pumps and insulation materials

No specific named individuals were recommended; all recommendations were for organizations, quality labels, or certification bodies. 'Woon Duurzaam' mentioned as a brand absorbed by Groenpand.


John van Lierop

Context: Architect and building historian based in Gemonde, specializing in restoring historical elements of Brabant farmhouses combined with modern interventions

Arvalis

Context: Spatial advisor specializing in rural areas in Brabant and Limburg; recommended for VAB regulation, nitrogen rules, and agricultural-to-residential rezoning

Van den Berk & Kerkhof

Context: Spatial development firm based in Liempde, active in Midden-Brabant, experienced in farmhouse repurposing and rural residential planning

Klement Rentmeesters

Context: Specialists in historical heritage and repurposing in Zuid-Nederland; handle building-historical research, subsidy applications, and zoning changes

Wenink Holtkamp Architecten

Context: Eindhoven-based architects known for transformations of traditional Brabant long-façade farmhouses combining historical character with modern extensions

Arceau Ontwerpers

Context: Uden-based architects fully focused on residential farmhouses; specialists in Brabant farmhouse styles translated to modern live-work comfort

AL Architecten

Context: Eindhoven/Brabant area architects with over 40 farmhouse projects; offer full-service from sketches and monument permits to interior design and construction supervision

One named individual (John van Lierop) plus five named firms recommended; all citations are Google Vertex AI grounding redirect URLs with no direct source URLs visible in the response text.


Helpdekerkkomtleeg.nl

Context: Online knowledge platform for church repurposing, founded by Heemschut; recommended as first practical starting point

Heemschut

Context: Heritage association that founded Helpdekerkkomtleeg.nl

Stichting Toekomst Religieus Erfgoed

Context: Platform via herbestemming.nu sharing practical lessons and publications on church repurposing

Rijksdienst voor het Cultureel Erfgoed (RCE)

Context: Government body advising on monumental aspects and managing the Subsidie herbestemming monumenten

BOEi

Context: Non-profit social enterprise specializing in restoring and repurposing cultural heritage, including taking over and redeveloping churches

Stichting Behoud en Herbestemming Religieus Erfgoed (BHRE)

Context: National expertise center and support point for owners and governments on preserving religious heritage, works closely with BOEi

Kerkherbestemmen.nl

Context: Collaboration of parties guiding church boards to transform church buildings into financially healthy local community spaces

HerKerk

Context: Independent consultancy helping with real estate, repurposing, sustainability, and financing with respect for the building's history

SilasGroep

Context: Formerly KKG Adviseurs; advises and guides mainly Protestant churches in redevelopment and repurposing

Reliplan

Context: Specialized real estate agent and advisor in religious and social real estate; assists with valuation, sale, repurposing, and finding new operators

Klement Rentmeesters

Context: Heritage experts conducting feasibility studies and developing strategic visions for repurposing

Nationaal Restauratiefonds

Context: Provides financial advice, low-interest loans, and subsidy guidance for churches with monument status

No individual persons named; all recommendations are organizations or platforms. The municipality ('Gemeente') and the Bisdom are mentioned generically without specific names.


Shai van Vlijmen

Context: Named as specialist in modern ecological and biobased architecture, based in the Rotterdam region

NarrativA Architecten

Context: Recommended as ecological/biobased architect in Rotterdam region, specialist in biobased timber-frame design

JADE Architecten

Context: Recommended Rotterdam firm focused on healthy building using passive house principles and biobased materials

kaos architecture

Context: Recommended Rotterdam design firm specializing in sustainable and biobased renovations and extensions

Yomabouw

Context: Recommended biobased contractor based in Sliedrecht/Rotterdam region, specializing in timber-frame, CLT, and hemp-lime construction

Böhre Bouw

Context: Recommended local Rotterdam contractor using timber-frame construction and biobased insulation materials

Ekodomus

Context: Recommended Rotterdam combined design/projectmanagement/construction firm with a purely ecological focus, known for the Ekovilla project

All cited URLs are Google Vertex AI search grounding redirect links, not direct sources; one individual (Shai van Vlijmen) is named alongside their firm.


Robert Winkel

Context: Named as associated architect at Mei, specializing in heritage reuse combined with modern design

André van Stigt

Context: Described as an icon in Dutch heritage reuse, advocate for circularity and monument preservation

Wessel de Jonge

Context: Described as authority on 20th-century heritage restoration including modernist and industrial complexes

Braaksma & Roos Architectenbureau

Context: Den Haag-based firm, pioneers in restoration and adaptive reuse of monumental and industrial real estate

Mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam-based firm known for bold designs combining industrial heritage with modern additions

Zecc Architecten

Context: Utrecht-based firm specializing in adaptive reuse of industrial heritage and utility buildings

Buro van Stigt

Context: Firm associated with André van Stigt, specializing in heritage reuse with visible historical layers

WDJARCHITECTEN

Context: Firm of Wessel de Jonge, specializing in restoration of 20th-century modernist and industrial complexes

BiermanHenket

Context: Firm working at the intersection of heritage and contemporary architecture, including industrial buildings

BOEi

Context: Non-profit developer specializing in restoration and adaptive reuse of industrial, religious and agricultural heritage

NRP Gulden Feniks

Context: Leading Dutch prize for renovation and transformation projects, mentioned as reference for best practitioners

One duplicate URL in structured_citations was deduplicated; all cited URLs are Vertex AI grounding redirect URLs with no direct domain information available.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Pioneer in ecological and biophilic architecture; winner of Nationale Houtbouwprijs 2025 (private housing) and Stephen Kellert Biophilic Design Award

Shai van Vlijmen

Context: Specializes in passive, ecological, and wooden homes; known for wooden barn houses and modern villas in rural areas

Boris Zeisser

Context: Creative, nature-inclusive and circular wooden buildings; featured in VPRO Tegenlicht documentary 'Houtbouwers'

Michel Post

Context: 20+ year pioneer in organic and ecological construction; known for earth houses in Olst using wood, straw bales, and loam

RHAW architecture

Context: Utrecht-based CLT specialist recommended for modern, minimalist wooden homes

Woonpioniers

Context: Collective recommended for biobased and modular housing concepts including the 'Sprout' home

Houweling Architecten

Context: Recommended for combining modern biobased insulation with traditional craftsmanship such as oak timber frames with peg-and-mortise joints

Bouwbedrijf Van Engen

Context: Mentioned as an experienced wood construction contractor to consider when selecting a builder

One structured citation URL is duplicated and was deduplicated; all cited URLs are Vertex AI grounding-API redirects with no visible destination domains.


HOP Architects

Context: Recommended for sustainable renovation of 1930s homes in Amsterdam, specializing in biobased materials and healthy indoor climate

CUBE architecten

Context: Recommended for combining historical character with modern, energy-efficient additions; cited project KDW199 in Amsterdam

BNLA Architecten

Context: Recommended for high-end renovations in Amsterdam-Zuid, specialist in protected cityscape regulations; appeared on TV show 'De Perfecte Verbouwing'

NAT Architecten

Context: Recommended for ecological and circular architecture; motto 'NATuurlijk duurzaam'

COLLO Architecten

Context: Recommended for restoration combined with sustainability; over 20 years active in Amsterdam

All cited URLs are Google Vertex AI Search grounding API redirects; no direct source URLs are exposed. No individual persons named, only firms.


Mei architects and planners

Context: Recommended as pioneer in office-to-residential transformation; known for WEST507/Oceaanhuis and Glashaven 8-12 projects in Rotterdam

Klunder Architecten

Context: Recommended for large-scale urban transformations; known for De Admiraliteit (658 units) and De Gravin projects in Rotterdam

De Zwarte Hond

Context: Recommended for quality and socially integrated designs; known for Katshoek transformation in Rotterdam

Kraaijvanger Architects

Context: Recommended for circular/sustainable office transformations; known for Blaak 333 project in Rotterdam

JADE architecten

Context: Recommended as certified passive-house firm for energy-neutral renovation; known for Delftsevaart transformation in Rotterdam

Kokon Architectuur & Stedenbouw

Context: Recommended specialist with dedicated heritage and transformation team using 3D scanning; nearly 100 years old

Hylkema Erfgoed

Context: Recommended as specialist for listed/monumental office buildings; known for Ungerpleinflat restoration in Rotterdam

NOV'82 Architecten

Context: Recommended as younger boutique firm for mid-scale transformations; known for Lombardkade and Zeemanshuis projects in Rotterdam

Roest Architectuur

Context: Recommended for combining historic character with modern aesthetics; known for Calandstraat 62 transformation in Rotterdam

Powerhouse Company

Context: Recommended international firm rooted in Rotterdam for high-end transformations; known for West 399 loft apartments

Studio Gers

Context: Briefly mentioned as familiar with Rotterdam 'Architect aan Zet' regulations; no detailed profile given

Hoyt

Context: Briefly mentioned as familiar with Rotterdam regulations; no detailed profile given

Studio Gers and Hoyt are mentioned only in passing at the end without dedicated profiles; all URLs are Vertex AI search redirect links with no direct firm websites cited.


Daan Bolier

Context: Named as the driving force behind Bolier Architecten and board member of Breda Circulair; specialist in ecological, biobased, and circular construction with wood (HSB and CLT)

Nick

Context: Named by first name only as the leader of NATUR4L in Breda; described as specializing in biophilic design and biobased materials

Mark Architecten

Context: Innovative firm in Breda with high-end wood architecture experience including a 48m CLT residence called 'The Barn'; no specific person named

Namo Architecture

Context: Progressive firm on Stationslaan in Breda focusing on sustainable timber frame (HSB) construction; no specific person named

FD architecten

Context: Firm in Midden-Brabant active in the Breda region, self-profiled as specialist wood construction architect with HSB and CLT experience; no specific person named

All citations are opaque Google Vertex AI grounding redirect URLs; actual destination domains cannot be determined. 'Nick' at NATUR4L is cited by first name only, making individual verification impossible.


Vereniging Eigen Huis (VEH)

Context: Recommended for independent energy advice and official Energielabel for 1950s buildings

Energieloket

Context: Local municipal service recommended for free initial energy advice and referrals to certified advisors

Verbeterjehuis.nl

Context: Mentioned as a platform to find certified energy advisors by region

Woninglabel.nl

Context: Mentioned for comparing certified energy advisors (EP-adviseurs) by price and reviews

Centraal Register Techniek

Context: Mentioned as a database to verify whether installers hold the correct certifications

VENIN

Context: Vereniging van Erkende Isolatiebedrijven in Nederland — recommended certification body to look for when selecting insulation companies

SKG-IKOB

Context: Certification label recommended as quality indicator for insulation companies

Techniek Nederland

Context: Branch organization for installers; membership recommended as quality indicator for heat pump and solar panel installers

InstallQ

Context: Certification recommended for heat pump and solar panel installers

No named individual experts are recommended; all concrete recommendations are organizations or certification bodies; Woninglabel.nl is mentioned but not a structured citation.


John van Lierop

Context: Architect and building historian based in Mierlo; described as having restored numerous Brabant farmhouses with respect for historical details

Van Santvoort Advies

Context: Spatial planning and permit specialist in Helmond/Nuenen; described as expert in rural Brabant farmhouse repurposing and VAB procedures

Van Dun Advies

Context: Rural spatial planning firm in Ulicoten; described as well-known in Brabant and Limburg for navigating complex zoning changes

Agron Advies

Context: Rural repurposing and Ruimte voor Ruimte specialist based in Gemert

Van den Berk & Kerkhof

Context: Rural property and zoning specialist based in Asten

Wenink Holtkamp Architecten

Context: Eindhoven-based architects described as specialists in transforming traditional Brabant farmhouses

Arceau Ontwerpers

Context: Brabant-based design studio described as specialist in farmhouse transformation and traditional styles

M2M Architectuur

Context: Architecture firm in Middelbeers focused on rural Brabant character preservation

Klement Rentmeesters

Context: Active in Brabant and Limburg; described as excellent partner for monuments, building-historical research, subsidies, and repurposing

Peters Bouwkundig Adviesbureau

Context: Based in Milsbeek (Brabant border); described as expert in structural inspections for monumental farmhouses

One URL in structured_citations was duplicated and has been deduplicated in output; all cited URLs are Google Vertex AI grounding API redirects with no resolvable final domains visible.


Context: Dutch national agency offering knowledge and subsidies (up to 70%) for heritage repurposing feasibility studies

KKG Adviseurs / SilasGroep

Context: Specialized in advising Protestant and other church communities on repurposing

Kerkelijk Waardebeheer

Context: Independent advisors helping church owners with vision development and repurposing

Kerk & Co & Reliplan

Context: Specialists and brokers in religious and community real estate

COUP Group

Context: Guides the full repurposing process including community participation, feasibility studies, and subsidy applications

Klement Rentmeesters

Context: Experts in repurposing, sustainability, and redevelopment of monumental churches

BOEi

Context: Non-profit social enterprise specializing in restoring and repurposing cultural heritage; can act as advisor or take over buildings

Platform Toekomst Parochiekerken

Context: Flemish platform (collaboration of Flemish government and PARCUM) helping local authorities create church policy plans

PARCUM

Context: Flemish government-recognized expertise centre for religious heritage, offering expertise on management and repurposing of churches

Projectbureau Herbestemming Kerken

Context: Flemish government bureau guiding feasibility studies for full or partial repurposing of parish churches

Agentschap Onroerend Erfgoed

Context: Flemish agency relevant for subsidies and premiums for research or adaptation works

Agentschap Binnenlands Bestuur

Context: Flemish agency relevant for subsidies for churches not yet fully removed from religious use

Avansa

Context: Mentioned as partner in East Flanders 'Kerk in het midden' trajectory for community-driven church repurposing

No specific named individuals are mentioned; all recommendations are organizations or government agencies; 'Kerk & Co & Reliplan' appears to reference two separate entities combined in one bullet point.


Studio Architectuur MAKEN

Context: Rotterdam-based architecture firm described as a leader in circular and biobased design, calculating CO₂ impact of materials

JADE architecten

Context: Rotterdam firm specializing in healthy, eco-friendly architecture using passive house principles and biobased materials

kaos architecture

Context: Rotterdam bureau focused on biobased, energy-neutral, and future-proof design for renovations and extensions

NarrativA architecten

Context: Based in Utrecht region but active in Rotterdam, described as Dutch specialist in modern ecological timber and biobased design

YOMABOUW

Context: Zuid-Holland/Rotterdam contractor fully dedicated to biobased construction using timber frame and lime-hemp

Böhre Bouw

Context: Rotterdam-area construction firm focused on sustainability and ecological materials including timber frame and biobased insulation

OPEN bouw en ontwerp bv

Context: Specialized biobased contractor for renovations, dormers and extensions using vapour-open ecological construction

Eco-aanbouw.nl

Context: Dordrecht-based company active around Rotterdam, specializing in ecological and well-insulated extensions

One cited URL appears to have a duplicate segment in its path (AUZIYQFsU3Psc...) suggesting a copy-paste error in the structured citations list.


Daan Bruggink

Context: named as leader of ORGA Architect, pioneer in biobased and biophilic architecture in the Netherlands

Michel Post

Context: named as authority on ecological and moisture-open building with wooden homes

Boris Zeisser

Context: named as designer of organic, sustainable wooden homes and CLT pioneer

Anne Laros

Context: studied timber construction in Norway, specializes in CLT and timber frame construction

ORGA Architect

Context: recommended firm for biobased and biophilic wooden architecture, based in Nijmegen

ORIO Architecten

Context: recommended for ecological timber homes combined with natural materials

Woonpioniers

Context: recommended modular and custom biobased wooden home design firm in Deventer

Bower Architecten

Context: recommended biobased architecture firm in Arnhem specializing in CLT and straw construction

RHAW architecture

Context: recommended Utrecht firm specializing in CLT modern homes

Natrufied Architecture

Context: recommended innovative firm in Bergen/Amsterdam for CLT wooden homes

Finnhouse

Context: recommended firm in Gorinchem specializing in post-and-beam and timber frame construction

Houweling Architecten

Context: recommended firm in Bleiswijk known for traditional timber frame combined with modern architecture

Anne Laros Architectuur

Context: recommended small personal practice for custom timber homes

All cited URLs are Vertex AI Search grounding redirects, not direct links to the recommended firms' own websites.


CUBE architecten

Context: Recommended for sustainable renovation of 1930s homes in Amsterdam; cited project KDW199 as example

HOP Architects

Context: Recommended for sustainable architecture focused on healthy living environments and biobased materials

NAT Architecten

Context: Recommended for climate-neutral, circular and ecological building; strong in sustainable materials and installations

BNLA Architecten

Context: Recommended for luxury renovations of historic/protected buildings in Amsterdam, including permit handling

COAST Architecten

Context: Recommended for creative, high-end sustainable residential concepts with process guidance

Response names only firms, not individual architects; all five firm websites are presented as own-domain links.


Mei architects and planners

Context: Pioneer in transformation/repurposing; projects include De Generaal (Rijswijk) and Glashaven (Rotterdam)

Kraaijvanger Architects

Context: Expert in circular redevelopment of 20th-century office buildings; projects include Blaak 333 and De Herwaert

V8 Architects

Context: Active in Rotterdam city center; known for revaluing postwar architecture; projects include Westblaak 24-32 and Scheepvaartkwartier

A3 Architecten

Context: Focus on technical feasibility; co-developed 'Legolisering' concept; projects include Neudeflat (Utrecht) and Prinsendock (Rotterdam)

JADE architecten

Context: Certified Passive House firm; focus on sustainable transformations; project Delftsevaart Rotterdam

NOV'82 Architecten

Context: Boutique studio specializing in converting difficult structures; projects include Lombardkade and Zeemanshuis Willemskade

Moen & van Oosten Architekten

Context: Experienced in high-end renovation and repurposing of historic buildings; project Rivierstraat Rotterdam

One project (Neudeflat, Utrecht) listed under A3 Architecten is not in Rotterdam, suggesting the firm operates regionally beyond Rotterdam.


Daan Bolier

Context: Architect specialized in sustainable, circular and biobased construction with wood; associated with Breda Circulair

Nick Tettero

Context: Architect specializing in biophilic design and biobased construction with wood, based in Breda

Joep van Os

Context: Architect specializing in exclusive villas, modern barn houses and CLT construction in Breda

Ida Kramer

Context: Architect based in Breda with experience in barn houses and wooden outbuildings using biobased materials

Context: Architecture firm specializing in timber construction (HSB, CLT, SIP panels) and ecological materials, active in Breda region

Bolier Architecten

Context: Architecture firm in Breda specializing in sustainable and biobased building

Context: Architecture firm in Breda focusing on biophilic and biobased design

van Os Architecten

Context: Architecture firm in Breda specializing in high-end wooden villas and CLT

ID-Architectuur

Context: Architecture firm in Breda with experience in wooden and biobased buildings

FD architecten

Context: Architecture firm in Midden-Brabant region, active in Breda, specializing in timber construction systems

FD architecten has no named individual listed in the response; all cited URLs are Vertex AI Search grounding redirects, not direct source URLs.


Verbeterjehuis.nl (Milieu Centraal)

Context: Recommended as the official government-backed starting point to find certified energy advisors

FedEC (Federatie Energieadviseurs)

Context: Branch association for professional independent energy advisors, recommended for quality and independence

Vereniging Eigen Huis (VEH)

Context: Recommended for private owners seeking independent advisory trajectories and collective purchasing deals

DEB.nl (Duurzaam Energiebesparen)

Context: Recommended for finding qualified SME energy advisors for commercial properties

Techniek Nederland

Context: Branch organization for installers, recommended as a quality indicator

BouwGarant

Context: Quality mark for contractors recommended for larger renovations

EP-Online / Centraal Register Techniek

Context: Certification register recommended for verifying whether an energy advisor holds BRL 9500 certification

Response names only organizations and quality marks, no specific individual experts; all cited URLs are Vertex AI grounding API redirects with no visible destination domains.


John van Lierop

Context: Described as both architect and building historian, recommended for farmhouse repurposing in Brabant; praised for combining historic valuation with design approved by welstandscommissie

Sibo de Man

Context: Architect specializing in restoration and repurposing of monumental farmhouses and rural heritage in Brabant

VABIMPULS

Context: Province of Noord-Brabant platform for owners of vacant farmhouses; recommended as first point of contact for feasibility and repurposing options

Klement Rentmeesters

Context: Described as the specialist for agricultural heritage, repurposing, and subsidy applications; guides the full process from feasibility to permits

De Omgevingsadviseurs

Context: Pragmatic advisory firm with roots in the Brabant agricultural sector; recommended for zoning plan changes and VAB regulations

DLV Advies

Context: Advisory firm recommended for zoning changes and VAB/environmental regulations in Brabant

Wenink Holtkamp Architecten

Context: Architecture firm in Eindhoven praised for transforming traditional Brabant longwall farmhouses into modern live-work combinations

AL Architecten

Context: Architecture firm in Boxtel with 20+ years and dozens of completed farmhouse projects in Brabant; offers full service from design to construction supervision

BOUWKUNST architecten

Context: Architecture firm in Oirschot experienced in repurposing and making sustainable characteristic farmhouses in the Brabant Kempen area

Context: Government body mentioned as provider of the Herbestemmingssubsidie covering up to 70% of feasibility study costs

Two named individuals (John van Lierop, Sibo de Man) appear alongside multiple named firms; all are presented as concrete recommendations specific to Noord-Brabant.


Kerkelijk Waardebeheer

Context: Recommended as independent advisory bureau exclusively for church boards, assisting with vision, feasibility studies, and repurposing

HerKerk / Kerkherbestemmen.nl

Context: Recommended as network/initiative supporting church owners and municipalities with practical repurposing solutions

KKG Adviseurs (SilasGroep)

Context: Recommended for advising and guiding (Protestant) church communities on sale, repurposing, or redevelopment of church real estate

Klement Rentmeesters

Context: Recommended as specialist in heritage and repurposing, advising on market value, monumental aspects, and dealings with local authorities

BOEi

Context: Recommended as non-profit national organization for restoring and repurposing cultural heritage, including many churches

Reliplan

Context: Recommended as specialized broker and advisor for religious and social real estate, assisting with valuations and finding new tenants or buyers

Context: Government body offering knowledge and subsidies for feasibility studies on repurposing listed monuments

PARCUM

Context: Recommended for Flanders: expertise center for religious heritage

Projectbureau Herbestemming Kerken

Context: Recommended for Flanders: Flemish government project bureau for church repurposing

No individual persons named; all recommendations are organizations; Flanders-specific options noted conditionally.


JADE architecten

Context: Recommended Rotterdam architecture firm specializing in passive house principles, circular design, and biobased construction

Studio Architectuur MAKEN

Context: Recommended Rotterdam architecture firm that calculates CO2 emissions and storage for circular designs

kaos architecture

Context: Recommended Rotterdam firm specializing in biobased and energy-neutral design for renovations and extensions

Studio Gers

Context: Recommended Rotterdam architecture firm certified for 'Architect aan Zet' municipal scheme for faster permit-free extensions

Böhre Bouw

Context: Recommended Rotterdam/Gouda contractor specializing in sustainable/ecological construction, timber frame, and biobased insulation

W. Hartman & Zonen B.V.

Context: Recommended local Rotterdam contractor specializing in sustainable renovation and future-proof extensions

Yomabouw

Context: Recommended biobased construction specialist in Noordwijk/South Holland working with lime-hemp and CLT

No individual persons named; all recommendations are organizations/firms; all cited URLs are Vertex AI grounding redirects classified as 'other'.


Thomas Rau

Context: Described as pioneer and visionary in circular architecture, founder/lead of RAU Architects Amsterdam

Daan Bruggink

Context: Named as leader of ORGA architect, focused on biobased and ecological circularity

RAU Architects

Context: Amsterdam-based firm, pioneer in circular architecture and materials passports

cepezed

Context: Delft-based firm specializing in demountable, high-tech building systems

Superuse Studios

Context: Rotterdam-based firm specializing in urban mining and upcycling of local material flows

Mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam-based firm specializing in large-scale biobased and timber construction

ORGA architect

Context: Nijmegen-based firm focused on biobased and ecological circularity

ORIO Architecten

Context: Mentioned as recommendation for private homes and ecological offices

Kraaijvanger Architects

Context: Mentioned for Cradle-to-Cradle city hall in Venlo, recommended for innovative utility buildings

DOOR architecten

Context: Mentioned as specialist in harvesting discarded materials alongside Superuse Studios

One URL appears twice in the structured citations list (AUZIYQExicIzVh6W...) and was deduplicated in output.


CUBE Architecten

Context: Recommended for sustainable renovation and extension of historic/1930s houses in Amsterdam; focus on circular materials and bio-based insulation

BNLA Architecten

Context: Recommended for high-end renovations in Amsterdam (Oud-Zuid, Rivierenbuurt); specializes in preserving authentic details while fully modernizing and making energy-efficient

Jaren 30 Architect

Context: Recommended as fully specialized in 1930s architecture; based in Utrecht, active in Amsterdam and Amstelveen; focus on authentic preservation combined with modern sustainable installations

HOP Architects

Context: Recommended for ecologically driven, bio-based sustainable renovation; focus on healthy indoor climate and carbon footprint of materials

DRAW Architecten

Context: Recommended for pragmatic, innovative sustainable renovation; experienced with Amsterdam permit processes and energy-neutral renovation; based in Amsterdam/Haarlem

No individual persons named; all recommendations are at the firm level; all citations are Vertex AI grounding API redirects with no visible direct source URLs.


Daan Bolier

Context: Described as a pioneer in circular and biobased construction in the Breda region, involved with Breda Circulair network, specializing in timber frame (HSB) and cross-laminated timber (CLT) homes

Joep van Os

Context: Breda-based architect known for high-end modern villas, bungalows, and barn-style homes with prominent use of wood in aesthetics

Context: Breda-based bureau fully focused on biobased building, biophilic design, and low-tech solutions; recommended for minimalist or organic wood-based new builds

FD Architecten

Context: Bureau based in De Moer, active in the Breda region; recommended as specialist in timber construction with experience across HSB, CLT, log building, straw bale, and SIP panels

ORGA Architect

Context: Nijmegen-based firm described as a national frontrunner in modern ecological timber construction, with projects near Breda (e.g. Oosterhout); offered as a regional tip

Named individuals and firms appear plausible but are likely partially or wholly hallucinated; no source URLs point to the specific recommended parties.


Regionaal Energieloket / Duurzaam Bouwloket

Context: Recommended as reliable starting point for finding locally vetted contractors and free baseline advice

Vereniging Eigen Huis (VEH)

Context: Recommended for on-site energy advice service and collective procurement with certified contractors

Milieu Centraal (Verbeterjehuis.nl)

Context: Recommended as independent national information organization with step-by-step guides and certified company finder

Fedec (Federatie van Energie-Adviseurs)

Context: Certification body recommended to verify energy advisors

SKG-IKOB

Context: Certification body (KOMO quality mark) recommended to verify insulation contractors

VENIN

Context: Membership body recommended as quality indicator for insulation contractors

Centraal Register Techniek

Context: Registry recommended to find certified installers ('Echte Installateur')

Techniek Nederland

Context: Industry association recommended as quality indicator for heat pump and solar installers

No individual experts named; response recommends certification bodies, registries, and consumer organizations as proxies for finding qualified professionals.


Van Dun Advies

Context: Spatial planning specialist for rural Brabant, experienced in converting agricultural zoning to residential/work use (Ulicoten)

Van Doormaal Advies

Context: Specialist in zoning plan changes and environmental regulations in central Brabant (Oisterwijk)

Arvalis

Context: Outdoor area advisors helping with repurposing projects in Brabant and Limburg

Sibo de Man Architecten

Context: Heritage architect specializing in restoration and repurposing of monumental farmhouses and estates (Vught)

Arceau Ontwerpers

Context: Specializes in historical residential farmhouses, combining historic character with modern comfort (Uden)

Architectenbureau Drijvers

Context: Decades of experience restoring and repurposing listed monumental farmhouses in Brabant (Oisterwijk)

AL Architecten

Context: Specializes in farmhouse conversion, full project management from design to bespoke interiors (Boekel)

bureau FRANKEN

Context: Recognized monument advisory firm guiding repurposing and sustainability projects for historic heritage (Eindhoven)

Monumentenwacht Noord-Brabant

Context: Independent foundation providing sustainability advice for historic buildings, often with subsidy support

Bouwbedrijf Jan Smits & zonen

Context: Contractor known for high-quality restoration of monumental Brabant farmhouses (Oirschot)

Frans Balemans

Context: Specialist in restoring and renovating complete farmstead compounds including outbuildings (Breda)

Aannemingsbedrijf Nico de Bont

Context: Nationally recognized top contractor for repurposing and restoration of historic heritage (Vught)

All named entities are presented as firms/organizations; 'Frans Balemans' is ambiguous (individual or firm name) but treated as an organization given the listing context; no URLs appear in the response body itself, only grounding redirect URLs from structured citations.


Helpdekerkkomtleeg.nl

Context: Platform founded by Erfgoedvereniging Bond Heemschut, recommended for orientation on church repurposing

Erfgoedvereniging Bond Heemschut

Context: Heritage association that founded the Helpdekerkkomtleeg.nl platform

Context: Government agency offering guides, subsidy up to 70% for repurposing feasibility studies, and a database of examples

HerKerk

Context: Independent advisory firm helping church owners transition heritage buildings, combining real estate and sustainability expertise

Kerk&Co

Context: Advisor specifically for faith communities on repurposing, with attention to emotional and social dimensions

COUP (Coup Group)

Context: Bureau conducting feasibility research and assisting with subsidy applications, starting from community participation

Kerkherbestemmen.nl

Context: Collaboration network of partners helping churches transform into socially and financially viable functions

BOEi

Context: Non-profit specializing in restoring and repurposing cultural heritage including churches and monasteries across the Netherlands

KKG Adviseurs (SilasGroep)

Context: Rentmeesters supporting church communities with property management, repurposing or redevelopment, especially Protestant

Klement Rentmeesters

Context: Specialists in repurposing monumental buildings, advising on exploitation and heritage legislation

Reliplan

Context: National real estate agent fully specialized in religious and social property, collaborating with specialized architects

SBKG Noord-Nederland

Context: Foundation providing independent advice on management, maintenance and repurposing for churches in Friesland, Groningen, Drenthe and Noord-Holland

Nationaal Restauratiefonds

Context: Fund offering financing, low-interest loans and advice for monumental church buildings

No individual persons named; all recommendations are organizations; one structured citation URL was duplicated and has been deduplicated.


Shai van Vlijmen

Context: Architect specializing in modern biobased and vapor-open ecological timber construction, mentioned as having designed projects in Rotterdam (Leonidas district)

Rik Verhoeven

Context: Building engineer specializing in bio-ecological renovations and extensions (timber frame, clay plaster, green roofs, natural insulation) for smaller private projects in Den Haag/Rotterdam region

Studio Architectuur MAKEN

Context: Rotterdam-based firm described as a frontrunner in circular and biobased design, calculating CO₂ emissions and sequestration per project

JADE architecten

Context: Rotterdam firm specializing in Passive House principles with biobased materials, experienced in private home extensions

kaos architecture

Context: Rotterdam bureau focused on stylish biobased and energy-neutral designs, doing renovations and extensions for private clients

NarrativA architecten

Context: Recommended for ecological timber construction; Shai van Vlijmen named as associated person

Eco Aanbouw

Context: Dordrecht-based company explicitly specializing in ecological and sustainable house extensions in the Zuid-Holland region

Böhre Bouw

Context: Local Rotterdam construction firm focusing on sustainable new-build and renovation with timber frame and biobased insulation materials

Alexandria BV

Context: Den Haag contractor specializing in ecological renovation with a circular lifecycle approach, operating in Zuid-Holland

All cited URLs are Google Vertex AI grounding-API redirects with no visible destination domain; the named firms and individuals cannot be verified from the response alone.


CUBE architecten

Context: Recommended for renovating and making sustainable 1930s homes in Amsterdam, preserving authentic character while adding modern sustainable extensions

HOP Architecten

Context: Recommended as explicitly sustainable architecture firm in Amsterdam, advising on energy efficiency, circularity and CO2 reduction for classic Amsterdam family homes

BNLA Architecten

Context: Recommended for high-end renovations in Amsterdam-Zuid, specializing in combining luxury modern comfort with preservation of historical details in 1930s and Amsterdam School homes

COAST Architecten

Context: Recommended for translating lifestyle into sustainable high-quality housing concepts in Amsterdam, with 15+ years experience and local permit knowledge

NAT Architecten

Context: Recommended for ecological and climate-neutral renovation, focused on circular construction and biobased materials

All cited URLs are Google Vertex AI Search grounding redirect URLs; no direct source URLs appear in the response text. No individual persons named, only firms.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Pioneer in ecological, biobased and biophilic architecture in the Netherlands; wins awards including Nationale Houtbouwprijs

Derk-Jan Wentink

Context: Known for 'Barentsz Ontdekkingshuizen' — Scandinavian-influenced prefab wood skeleton houses with Design & Build concept

Shai van Vlijmen

Context: Specialist in breathable, healthy wood skeleton construction with natural insulation materials; intensively guides clients

Anne Laros

Context: Studied wood architecture in Norway; specializes in biobased materials and CLT for unconventional designs

RHAW Architecture

Context: Utrecht/Amsterdam firm specializing in modern minimalist CLT and wood skeleton designs; no specific person named

ECO architecten

Context: Nijmegen firm fully focused on healthy and ecological building with HSB and CLT; no specific person named

MTB

Context: Briefly mentioned as example of firm combining HSB and CLT methods; no further details given

Livingstone

Context: Briefly mentioned as Design & Build option alongside Barentsz; no further details given

Response also briefly mentions 'MTB' and 'Livingstone' as secondary examples without elaboration; all cited URLs are Google Vertex AI grounding API redirects with unknown underlying sources.


V8 Architects

Context: Rotterdam-based firm specializing in large-scale office-to-residential transformations; projects include The Caland, Nieuw Hoboken, and Westblaak 24-32

Mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam firm with international reputation in adaptive reuse, circularity, and heritage; projects include Glashaven and Jobsveem

JADE architecten

Context: Rotterdam firm focused on sustainability, circularity, and passive building; known for Delftsevaart office-to-apartments transformation with rooftop addition

Groosman

Context: Large Rotterdam firm integrating circularity and urban redevelopment; project includes Hoofdweg Alexanderknoop student housing from office buildings

NOV'82 Architecten

Context: Rotterdam firm experienced in smaller/intimate urban transformations of offices, schools, and monuments; projects include Lombardkade and Zeemanshuis

A3 Architecten

Context: Rotterdam firm specializing in large-scale transformations; co-developed the 'Legolisering' modular system for office-to-residential conversion; projects include Prinsendock and Dyckgraaf

Studio Gers

Context: Mentioned as an example of a certified architect under the 'Architect aan Zet' regulation in Rotterdam

Roest Architectuur

Context: Mentioned as a firm with proven experience working with the Rotterdam Welstandscommissie on transformations

No individual persons named; all cited URLs are Vertex AI grounding redirect URLs (opaque, no direct firm domains); response also briefly references Van Tijen and Maaskant as historical architects of a building, not as recommended professionals.


Thomas Rau

Context: Dutch architect known for sustainable, energy-producing construction and circular economy thinking; co-founded Turntoo and played a role in developing Madaster

Sabine Oberhuber

Context: Co-founded Turntoo together with Thomas Rau

Turntoo

Context: Company co-founded by Thomas Rau and Sabine Oberhuber focused on circular economy principles in construction

Madaster

Context: Platform for registering and reusing building materials, developed with involvement from Thomas Rau

The structured citations include multiple different 'Thomas Rau' persons (a doctor, a Paralympics athlete, authors), but the response correctly identifies the Dutch architect associated with circular economy and Turntoo/Madaster.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect and founder of ORGA architect, specializing in biobased, biophilic, and sustainable architecture; TU Delft alumnus (2003); winner of Nederlandse Bouwprijs 2013 (Talent category); named TU Delft Alumnus of the Year 2013

ORGA architect

Context: Architecture firm founded by Daan Bruggink in 2007, focused on biobased, biophilic, and circular building principles

TU Delft

Context: University where Daan Bruggink studied Architecture (graduated 2003) and was named Alumnus of the Year 2013

Response describes the correct person with specific verifiable details including graduation year, firm founding year, and named awards.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect and director/owner of BiermanHenket since 2005; graduated TU Eindhoven 1995; won Archiprix 1996; formerly worked in Tanzania and at Architecten Werkgroep Tilburg; taught at TU Delft; chair of stichting Rietveld Schröderhuis and stichting Rietveld Schröder archief

BiermanHenket

Context: Architecture firm of which Janneke Bierman is director/owner since 2005

Stichting Rietveld Schröderhuis

Context: Foundation of which Janneke Bierman is chair

TU Eindhoven

Context: Where Janneke Bierman studied architecture, graduating in 1995

TU Delft

Context: Where Janneke Bierman taught and supervised graduation projects

Architecten Werkgroep Tilburg

Context: Earlier employer of Janneke Bierman

DOCOMOMO Nederland

Context: Heritage organization Janneke Bierman was involved with

BNA

Context: Professional architecture association Janneke Bierman was involved with

Response ends with an offer to elaborate further on her key projects or provide a shorter profile.


Bart Spee

Context: Associate professor/hoogleraar at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, specializing in liver diseases, stem cells, organoids, and biofabrication; over 70 peer-reviewed publications

Utrecht University

Context: Institution where Bart Spee is employed as associate professor in Internal Medicine of Companion Animals

The speearchitecten.nl URL appears to be for a different Bart Spee (an architect), not the academic described in the response.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Described as an architect and project leader/BIM-specialist at Oomen Architecten in Breda; also mentioned as a partner and designer of the Maczek Memorial

Oomen Architecten

Context: Architecture firm in Breda where Sander van Sambeek works as architect and partner

One citation (heemkundesinttunnis.nl) appears to reference a different Sander van Sambeek (1975–2005, likely deceased), but the response correctly identifies the subject as the architect at Oomen Architecten.


Thomas Rau

Context: Dutch architect, entrepreneur and sustainability thought leader; founder of Turntoo and RAU Architekten; named Dutch Architect of the Year 2013; author of 'Material Matters' with Sabine Oberhuber

Sabine Oberhuber

Context: Co-author of the book 'Material Matters' with Thomas Rau

RAU Architekten

Context: Architecture firm founded by Thomas Rau, associated with sustainable building and circular economy

Turntoo

Context: Company founded by Thomas Rau, focused on circular economy and resource-as-a-service model

Response correctly identifies Thomas Rau as the Dutch architect/sustainability thinker and notes there are multiple persons with this name (architect vs. doctor vs. athlete visible in citations).


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect, founder of ORGA architect, specializing in biobased and biophilic architecture; graduated TU Delft 2003; Alumnus of the Year 2013 TU Delft; former chair of Advisory Group New Construction and Renovation at DGBC/BREEAM-NL

ORGA architect

Context: Architecture firm founded by Daan Bruggink in 2007, focused on natural, circular and sustainable building

TU Delft

Context: University where Daan Bruggink studied architecture and was named Alumnus of the Year 2013

DGBC / BREEAM-NL

Context: Organization where Daan Bruggink served as former chair of the Advisory Group New Construction and Renovation

Response correctly identifies Daan Bruggink with verifiable specifics including graduation year, firm founding year, and named awards/positions.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect, director/owner of BiermanHenket since 2005, specializing in heritage, restoration and transformation; involved in Binnenhof renovation; graduated TU Eindhoven 1995, won Archiprix 1996; chair of Rietveld Schröderhuis and Rietveld Schröder archive foundations

BiermanHenket

Context: Architecture firm of which Janneke Bierman is director/owner since 2005

stichting Rietveld Schröderhuis

Context: Foundation of which Janneke Bierman is chair

Response provides specific verifiable details about Janneke Bierman including graduation year, Archiprix win, and organizational roles.


Bart Spee

Context: Associate professor (universitair hoofddocent) at Utrecht University, Veterinary Medicine; researches liver diseases, stem cells, liver organoids, and biofabrication; 18+ years experience in molecular biology and veterinary medicine; co-author of 70+ scientific publications; involved in OrganTrans consortium on organ printing

Utrecht University

Context: Employer of Bart Spee, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine

OrganTrans

Context: Consortium mentioned in context of Bart Spee's organ-printing research

Response uses inline citation markers [1][3][4] corresponding to the uu.nl and regenerativehepatology.com structured citations; description is specific and consistent with those sources.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Described as an architect, project leader/BIM specialist, and partner at Oomen Architecten in Breda; mentioned as designer of the Maczek Memorial

One citation URL (zorgsaamwonen.nl) references a different person (Ernst-René van Tatenhove), suggesting possible citation indexing mismatch; the heemkunde URL appears to reference a deceased person with the same name (1975–2005), not the architect.


Thomas Rau

Context: Dutch architect and entrepreneur known for sustainable, circular, and energy-producing architecture; co-founded Turntoo with Sabine Oberhuber

Sabine Oberhuber

Context: Co-founded Turntoo together with Thomas Rau

Madaster

Context: Platform for reuse of building materials, co-founded by or associated with Thomas Rau

The response correctly identifies Thomas Rau as a Dutch architect associated with circular economy and correctly names Turntoo and Madaster, though it briefly mentions there are other persons with this name (a doctor, etc.).


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect and founder of ORGA architect, specializing in biobased and biophilic architecture; TU Delft alumnus of the year 2013 and winner of the Nederlandse Bouwprijs in the Talent category 2013

ORGA architect

Context: Architecture firm founded by Daan Bruggink in 2007, focused on biobased and biophilic architecture

TU Delft

Context: University where Daan Bruggink studied Architecture/Building Engineering and developed interest in biomimicry

De Groene Bouwketen

Context: Initiative associated with ORGA architect that placed in top 10 most innovative companies in the Netherlands in 2014

Response accurately describes Daan Bruggink with verifiable specifics including founding year of ORGA architect, TU Delft education, and named awards.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect and director/owner of BiermanHenket since 2005; graduated TU Eindhoven faculty of Architecture in 1995; won Archiprix 1996 for design of central market in Bamako; chair of Rietveld Schröderhuis and Rietveld Schröder archive foundations; former lecturer and graduation supervisor at TU Delft

BiermanHenket

Context: Architecture firm of which Janneke Bierman has been director/owner since 2005

One structured citation (de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pieke_Biermann) refers to a different person — Pieke Biermann, a German crime writer — not Janneke Bierman.


Bart Spee

Context: Dutch veterinarian and researcher, associate professor in Veterinary Medicine / Internal Medicine of Companion Animals; works on stem cell technology, biofabrication, and liver research including organoids, iPSCs, and bio-printed liver models

Response notes uncertainty ('hoogstwaarschijnlijk') and offers to clarify if a different Bart Spee was intended, but provides specific verifiable details about the Utrecht University researcher.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Architect, project leader, and BIM specialist at Oomen Architecten in Breda; described as partner and designer of the Maczek Memorial

Oomen Architecten

Context: Architecture firm in Breda where Sander van Sambeek works as architect, project leader, and BIM specialist

One citation (zorgsaamwonen.nl) references a different person (Ernst-René van Tatenhove), suggesting some citation misattribution in the source material.


Thomas Rau

Context: Dutch architect and sustainability entrepreneur, co-founder of Turntoo and RAU Architects, known for circular economy and sustainable construction; named Dutch Architect of the Year 2013, ARC13 Oeuvre Award, co-authored 'Material Matters' with Sabine Oberhuber

Context: Swiss doctor and alternative medicine practitioner

Context: Communications consultant and speechwriter in Germany

Context: Paralympic athlete from Germany

Context: Research/IT staff member at Leibniz-ZMT

Sabine Oberhuber

Context: Co-author of the book 'Material Matters' with Thomas Rau (the architect)

Turntoo

Context: Co-founded by Thomas Rau (architect), focused on circular economy

RAU Architects

Context: Architecture firm co-founded by Thomas Rau (architect)

Leibniz-ZMT

Context: Research institution where one of the Thomas Rau namesakes works in research/IT

Response correctly identifies the primary Thomas Rau as a Dutch architect/sustainability entrepreneur with specific verifiable details (Dutch Architect of the Year 2013, ARC13 Oeuvre Award, book 'Material Matters'), and disambiguates four other namesakes from the structured citations.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect, founder of ORGA architect, specialist in biobased and biophilic architecture, TU Delft alumnus of the year 2013

ORGA architect

Context: Architecture firm founded by Daan Bruggink, focused on biobased and biophilic design with natural materials and timber construction

Dutch Green Building Council – BREEAM-NL

Context: Organization where Bruggink served as chair of the Advisory Group for New Construction and Renovation since 2015

TU Delft

Context: University where Bruggink graduated in 2003 in Architecture; named him Alumnus of the Year 2013

Response correctly identifies Daan Bruggink with specific verifiable details: TU Delft 2003 graduation, ORGA architect founded 2007, Alumnus of the Year 2013, and BREEAM-NL advisory role.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect, director/owner of BiermanHenket since 2005, chair of Stichting Rietveld Schröderhuis and Stichting Rietveld Schröder archief, graduated TU Eindhoven 1995, won Archiprix 1996, formerly taught at TU Delft

BiermanHenket

Context: Architecture firm where Janneke Bierman is director/owner

Stichting Rietveld Schröderhuis

Context: Organization where Janneke Bierman serves as chair

TU Eindhoven

Context: University where Janneke Bierman studied and graduated in 1995

TU Delft

Context: University where Janneke Bierman was a lecturer and thesis supervisor

Response includes inline citations [1][2] referencing structured sources; Instagram classified as social_other rather than linkedin.


Bart Spee

Context: Associate Professor at Utrecht University, veterinary medicine researcher specializing in liver diseases, stem cells, organoids, and biofabrication; over 18 years of experience in molecular biology and veterinary medicine, co-author of more than 70 scientific publications

Spee Architecten

Context: Architecture firm mentioned as an alternative 'Bart Spee' the user might be referring to

Response hedges slightly ('hoogstwaarschijnlijk') but provides specific verifiable details matching the Utrecht University researcher; also mentions an alternative Bart Spee (architect) as a disambiguation note.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Described as architect, project leader, and BIM specialist at Oomen Architecten; also mentioned as co-director alongside Ernst René van Tatenhove

Ernst René van Tatenhove

Context: Mentioned as co-director of Oomen Architecten alongside Sander van Sambeek

Oomen Architecten

Context: Architecture firm where Sander van Sambeek works as architect, project leader, BIM specialist, and co-director

Response also notes a different person named Sander van Sambeek referenced in a 2005 obituary entry, disambiguating between two individuals.


Thomas Rau

Context: German architect known for sustainable, energy-producing construction and circular economy in building; co-founded Turntoo with Sabine Oberhuber; associated with Madaster platform

Sabine Oberhuber

Context: Co-founder of Turntoo together with Thomas Rau

Turntoo

Context: Company co-founded by Thomas Rau and Sabine Oberhuber focused on circular economy in construction

Madaster

Context: Platform for reuse of building materials, mentioned as having been inspired by the book Material Matters

Response identifies the correct Thomas Rau (architect/sustainability expert) while acknowledging other people with the same name exist; cites his own website [4] as primary source.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect, founder of ORGA architect, specialist in biobased, biophilic and sustainable architecture, TU Delft alumnus

ORGA architect

Context: Architecture firm founded by Daan Bruggink in 2007, focused on biobased and sustainable architecture

TU Delft

Context: University where Daan Bruggink studied Architecture and was named Alumnus of the Year 2013

Response correctly identifies Daan Bruggink with specific verifiable details including his firm, educational background, awards, and founding year.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect, director/owner of BiermanHenket since 2005, graduated from TU Eindhoven, won Archiprix 1996, former chair of DOCOMOMO Nederland and Rietveld Schröderhuis foundation, involved in teaching at TU Delft and other academies

BiermanHenket

Context: Dutch architectural firm of which Janneke Bierman has been director/owner since 2005

DOCOMOMO Nederland

Context: Organization Janneke Bierman chaired, related to documentation and conservation of modern movement architecture

Rietveld Schröderhuis

Context: Foundation Janneke Bierman chaired, related to the Rietveld Schröder House heritage site

Response includes specific verifiable details (Archiprix 1996 win, TU Eindhoven graduation, BiermanHenket directorship since 2005) consistent with the cited sources; ends with an offer to elaborate on key projects or Binnenhof renovation role.


Bart Spee

Context: Researcher and professor at Utrecht University, specializing in liver regeneration, stem cell technology, and biofabrication; author of 70-90+ peer-reviewed publications with 18+ years of experience in molecular biology and veterinary medicine

Universiteit Utrecht

Context: Utrecht University, the institution where Bart Spee holds a professorship and conducts research

The response mentions a possible 'other Bart Spee', likely referencing the architect firm (speearchitecten.nl) listed in the structured citations, but the main description correctly identifies the Utrecht University researcher.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Architect and project leader/BIM specialist, also described as partner/director at Oomen Architecten in Breda; credited as designer of the Maczek Memorial

Oomen Architecten

Context: Architecture firm in Breda where Sander van Sambeek works

One cited URL (zorgsaamwonen.nl/expert/ernst-rene-van-tatenhove) refers to a different person entirely and appears unrelated to the subject.


Thomas Rau

Context: German-Dutch architect, entrepreneur, author, and circular economy pioneer; founder of RAU Architects (1992), Turntoo (2010), and Madaster (2017)

Sabine Oberhuber

Context: Co-founder of Turntoo and co-author of the book Material Matters (2016) together with Thomas Rau

RAU Architects

Context: Architecture firm founded by Thomas Rau in 1992, known for circular and energy-neutral design

Turntoo

Context: Circular business model development company co-founded by Rau and Oberhuber in 2010; pioneered Product-as-a-Service concepts

Madaster

Context: Online materials registry co-founded by Rau in 2017, providing buildings with material passports

Triodos Bank

Context: Client for RAU Architects; their headquarters in Driebergen-Zeist is a fully wooden, dismountable circular building

Liander

Context: Client for RAU Architects; circular office building in Duiven

Philips / Signify

Context: Partner in the Pay-per-lux / Light-as-a-Service concept developed with Turntoo

The response provides highly detailed, verifiable information about the real Thomas Rau — including founding dates, co-founders, named projects, awards with years, and the book Material Matters — consistent with the well-known Dutch-German circular economy architect.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect, founder and director of ORGA architect in Nijmegen; pioneer in ecological, biobased, circular and biophilic building; graduated TU Delft 2003, founded firm 2007; known for Basisschool De Verwondering in Almere and multiple sustainability awards

Response provides highly specific verifiable details including TU Delft graduation year (2003), founding year of ORGA architect (2007), named project (Basisschool De Verwondering, Almere), and multiple awards with years, indicating confident recognition of the subject.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect and director/partner at BiermanHenket, specialist in restoration, renovation, and transformation of monumental and culturally significant buildings; graduated cum laude TU Eindhoven 1995, won Archiprix 1996

Hubert-Jan Henket

Context: Founder of the architectural bureau; Bierman joined after graduating and later took over leadership from him in 2005

Sjoekie de Bijll Nachenius

Context: Took over leadership of the bureau together with Bierman in 2005

Yvonne Segers

Context: Current director/partner at BiermanHenket alongside Bierman and Van As

Joep van As

Context: Current director/partner at BiermanHenket alongside Bierman and Segers

BiermanHenket

Context: Prominent Dutch architectural firm focused on heritage restoration and renovation, based at Landgoed Eikenhorst in Esch with branches in Den Bosch and Den Haag

Commissie Ruimtelijke Kwaliteit (CRK)

Context: Amsterdam municipality spatial quality committee; Bierman was chair of subcommittee I (city center)

Bond van Nederlandse Architecten (BNA)

Context: Dutch architects' professional association; Bierman was member of the members' council 2010–2015

Stichting Werelderfgoed Nederland

Context: World Heritage Netherlands foundation; Bierman served as board member

Architectura et Amicitia (AetA)

Context: Architecture association that Bierman is actively involved with

Context: Dutch government agency for cultural heritage; Bierman advises their committees

Technische Universiteit Eindhoven

Context: University where Bierman graduated cum laude in architecture in 1995

One URL in structured_citations appears twice and has been deduplicated; all cited URLs are Google Vertex AI grounding-api redirects with no direct domain visible.


Bart Spee

Context: Associate Professor in Soft Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University Utrecht; stem cell biology, liver organoids, biofabrication; leads EU project NEOLIVER; co-founded Orgonex in 2023

Context: Dutch architect and owner of SPEE Architecten, known for sustainable/circular/ecological design; designed the SPEEHUIS in Oisterwijk as a biobased building proof of concept

Orgonex

Context: Biotechnology spin-off co-founded by Dr. Bart Spee in 2023, developing bioreactors for growing organoids

The response identifies two distinct Dutch individuals named Bart Spee — a scientist/researcher and an architect — with specific verifiable details for each.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Dutch architect, partner and director at Oomen Architecten in Breda; known for heritage repurposing and memorial projects including the Maczek Memorial (2020) and Sint-Gertrudis church conversion (2012/2013)

Ernst René van Tatenhove

Context: Business partner and co-director of Sander van Sambeek at Oomen Architecten

Oomen Architecten

Context: Architecture firm in Breda, founded 1895, presented as the employer/practice of Sander van Sambeek

BNA

Context: Dutch Architects Association; mentioned as the body that nominated the Maczek Memorial for Gebouw van het Jaar 2021

All cited URLs are Google Vertex AI grounding API redirects, so the actual underlying sources cannot be determined; one duplicate URL was removed.


Thomas Rau

Context: German-born (1960) architect and entrepreneur based in the Netherlands; founder of RAU Architecten (1992), co-founder of Turntoo (2010), founder of Madaster (2017); pioneer in circular economy and sustainable construction

Sabine Oberhuber

Context: Co-founder of Turntoo (2010) with Thomas Rau and co-author of the book 'Material Matters' (2016)

RAU Architecten

Context: Thomas Rau's architecture firm founded in Amsterdam in 1992, specialising in CO2-neutral, energy-positive and circular buildings

Turntoo

Context: Organisation co-founded by Rau and Oberhuber in 2010 that develops circular business models such as 'Product-as-a-Service'

Madaster

Context: Global digital materials registry founded by Rau in 2017; registers materials used in buildings as future resource depots

Triodos Bank

Context: Client whose headquarters in Zeist (2019) is described as the world's first fully demountable circular office building, designed by RAU

Alliander

Context: Client whose headquarters in Duiven (2015) is a large-scale circular, energy-positive redevelopment by RAU

Philips

Context: Partner in Rau's 'Light as a Service' concept, in which users pay per lux rather than owning lighting hardware

Schiphol

Context: Named as an adopter of the 'Light as a Service' (Pay per Lux) concept developed with Philips

Bosch

Context: Partner in Rau's 'washing machine as a service' concept (renting performance rather than owning the appliance)

All cited URLs are Vertex AI Search grounding-API redirects; actual underlying sources are not directly visible.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch ecological architect, founder of ORGA architect, graduated TU Delft 2003, pioneer in biobased/biophilic/biomimicry design; won Nederlandse Bouwprijs 2013 (Talent), nominated Ingenieur van het Jaar 2014, Cirkel Award 2020, Gouden Kikker 2021, Nationale Houtbouwprijs 2025

ORGA architect

Context: Architecture firm founded by Daan Bruggink in 2007, specialising in biobased and regenerative architecture

TU Delft

Context: University where Daan Bruggink studied and graduated in architecture in 2003

Two pairs of duplicate URLs in structured_citations were deduplicated; all citations are Vertex AI grounding API redirects with no direct source domain visible.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect, director and partner at BiermanHenket, specializing in heritage, restoration, and transformation; led renovation of Binnenhof, various museums; chair of Rietveld Schröderhuis foundation; former chair DOCOMOMO Nederland; lecturer at TU Delft

Hubert-Jan Henket

Context: Founder of the architectural firm that Janneke Bierman joined in 2000

Sjoekie de Bijll Nachenius

Context: Former partner who co-led the firm with Bierman from 2005

Yvonne Segers

Context: Current co-director of BiermanHenket alongside Bierman and Joep van As

Joep van As

Context: Current co-director of BiermanHenket alongside Bierman and Yvonne Segers

BiermanHenket

Context: Dutch architectural firm based in Esch and Den Bosch, specializing in heritage, restoration, and transformation of monumental buildings

DOCOMOMO Nederland

Context: Organization for preservation and documentation of Modern Movement heritage; Bierman was chair for ten years

Stichting Rietveld Schröderhuis

Context: Foundation for the Rietveld Schröder House; Bierman is chair

Stichting Rietveld Schröder archief

Context: Archive foundation for Rietveld Schröder; Bierman is chair

Technische Universiteit Eindhoven

Context: University where Bierman graduated cum laude in 1995 from the Faculty of Architecture

TU Delft

Context: University where Bierman was lecturer and thesis supervisor in the Heritage & Architecture department

Bond van Nederlandse Architecten (BNA)

Context: Dutch architects association; Bierman was member of the member council

FBW architecten

Context: Architectural firm in Tanzania where Bierman worked early in her career

Architecten Werkgroep Tilburg

Context: Firm where Bierman worked early in her career on housing and urban planning

Response provides extensive verified details about Janneke Bierman including her education (TU Eindhoven, 1995, cum laude), Archiprix 1996, her role at BiermanHenket, major projects including Binnenhof renovation, and multiple board/committee positions.


Bart Spee

Context: Associate professor in regenerative medicine and stem cell biology at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, specializing in liver organoids, biofabrication, and 3D bioprinting; leads NEOLIVER and ORGANTRANS projects

Katholieke Universiteit Leuven

Context: Institution where Bart Spee conducted postdoctoral research in Pathology after his PhD

The duplicate URL (AUZIYQGCFbC61nWJ...) was deduplicated; response provides specific verifiable details about projects (NEOLIVER, ORGANTRANS), institution, and PhD year (2006).


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Dutch architect and partner/director at Oomen Architecten in Breda; known for healthcare architecture, social housing, heritage repurposing, and civic projects

Maarten Meevis

Context: Co-designer of the Maczek Memorial Breda together with Sander van Sambeek

Stichting Titurel

Context: Care organization for which Van Sambeek designed housing on landgoed Bieduinen

Stichting Prisma

Context: Care organization for which Van Sambeek designed projects

Covída

Context: Parent initiative in Oosterhout for which Van Sambeek designed housing

Jacobs Elektro Groep

Context: Company whose steel-clad commercial building near Breda was designed by Van Sambeek

General Stanisław Maczek is mentioned as a historical figure (subject of a memorial), not as an expert; one duplicate URL in structured citations was deduplicated.


Thomas Rau

Context: Dutch-based German architect, circular economy pioneer, founder of RAU Architecten, Turntoo, and Madaster; author of Material Matters

Sabine Oberhuber

Context: Economist, wife of Thomas Rau, co-founder of Turntoo, co-author of Material Matters

RAU Architecten

Context: Amsterdam-based architecture firm founded in 1992, pioneer in circular and energy-positive buildings

Turntoo

Context: Consultancy and circular economy advisory firm co-founded by Thomas Rau and Sabine Oberhuber in 2010

Madaster

Context: Public online platform for material passports, founded 2017 by Thomas Rau

Philips

Context: Collaborated with Thomas Rau on Pay-per-lux / Light-as-a-Service model

Triodos Bank

Context: Client for whom RAU Architecten designed a fully demountable wooden headquarters in Driebergen-Rijsenburg

Response provides highly specific and verifiable details: birth date, nationality, founded companies with dates, named projects, awards with years, and co-author/spouse name — consistent with the real Thomas Rau.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect, founder of ORGA architect in Nijmegen (2007), pioneer in ecological/biobased/biophilic architecture, graduated TU Delft 2003, known for basisschool De Verwondering in Almere

ORGA architect

Context: Nijmegen-based architecture firm founded by Daan Bruggink in 2007, specializing in biobased and biophilic design

Technische Universiteit Delft

Context: Institution where Bruggink studied architecture, graduating in 2003

Response provides highly specific and detailed information about Bruggink including founding year, university, graduation year, flagship project, and a list of named awards with years, indicating strong recognition.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect and director of BiermanHenket since 2005, specializing in heritage architecture; graduated cum laude from TU Eindhoven in 1995, won Archiprix in 1996

Sjoekie de Bijll Nachenius

Context: Co-took over leadership of the bureau from founder Hubert-Jan Henket together with Bierman in 2005

Hubert-Jan Henket

Context: Founder of the architecture bureau, handed over leadership in 2005

Yvonne Segers

Context: Co-leads the bureau together with Bierman and Joep van As

Joep van As

Context: Co-leads the bureau together with Bierman and Yvonne Segers

BiermanHenket

Context: Architecture firm based in Esch (formerly Bierman Henket architecten), known for heritage-focused design and monument repurposing

Technische Universiteit Eindhoven

Context: University where Janneke Bierman studied architecture, graduating cum laude in 1995

Bond van Nederlandse Architecten (BNA)

Context: Dutch architects association; Bierman was a member of the council from 2010 to 2015

Stichting Werelderfgoed Nederland

Context: Foundation for World Heritage Netherlands; Bierman served as a board member

Architectura et Amicitia

Context: Architecture society in which Bierman is active, including serving as secretary

Commissie Ruimtelijke Kwaliteit

Context: Amsterdam spatial quality/welstand committee; Bierman chaired the inner-city subcommittee

Anne Frank Huis

Context: Museum in Amsterdam; BiermanHenket was involved in a project in 2018

Museum Van Bommel Van Dam

Context: Museum in Venlo; project carried out by BiermanHenket

Beurs van Berlage

Context: Historic building in Amsterdam; BiermanHenket worked on refurbishment of the Administratiezaal

All cited URLs are Google Vertex AI grounding-API redirects (opaque); one duplicate URL (index 6 and 7 identical) was deduplicated.


Bart Spee

Context: Associate Professor Soft Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University; expert in stem cell biology, 3D-bioprinting, and liver organoids; leads NEOLIVER project; co-founded Orgonex B.V. in 2023

Kerstin Schneeberger

Context: Co-founded Orgonex B.V. in 2023 together with Dr. Bart Spee as a spin-off of Utrecht University

Bart Spee

Context: Architect and founder of Spee Architecten, known for sustainable, bio-based and circular construction; built the SPEE huis in Noord-Brabant using CLT and bamboo cladding

Universiteit Utrecht

Context: Institution where Dr. Bart Spee (scientist) holds his professorship at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine

Orgonex B.V.

Context: Spin-off company from Utrecht University founded in 2023, developing bioreactor hardware (RPMotion) for scalable organoid cultivation

NEOLIVER

Context: European project led by Dr. Bart Spee focused on developing standardized methods for bioprinting implantable liver tissue

OrganTrans

Context: European consortium that received millions in subsidies for developing a bioprinter capable of printing organs

Spee Architecten

Context: Architecture firm founded and owned by architect Bart Spee, specializing in sustainable and circular building

Response identifies two distinct real individuals sharing the name Bart Spee — one a scientist at Utrecht University, one an architect — and provides specific verifiable details for both without expressing uncertainty.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Dutch architect and partner/director at Oomen Architecten in Breda; designer of the Maczek Memorial (nominated BNA Beste Gebouw 2021), St. Gertrudis church repurposing in Heerle, and various civic/commercial projects

Ernst René van Tatenhove

Context: Co-director and business partner of Sander van Sambeek at Oomen Architecten

Oomen Architecten

Context: Breda-based architecture firm founded in 1895; presented as the firm led by Sander van Sambeek

Generaal Stanisław Maczek and Mies van der Rohe are mentioned as historical references only and correctly excluded from the persons list.


Thomas Rau

Context: German-born Amsterdam-based architect, entrepreneur, author, and pioneer in circular economy and sustainable construction; born July 31, 1960

Sabine Oberhuber

Context: Co-founder of Turntoo with Thomas Rau; co-author of Material Matters (2016)

RAU Architects

Context: Architecture firm founded by Thomas Rau in 1992, designing energy-positive, CO2-neutral, and fully circular buildings

Turntoo

Context: Organization co-founded by Rau and Oberhuber in 2010 developing circular business models and Product-as-a-Service concepts

Madaster

Context: Global online platform initiated by Rau in 2017, functioning as a cadastre for materials with building material passports

Triodos Bank

Context: Client for RAU Architects; their fully wooden and dismountable headquarters in Driebergen-Rijsenburg is cited as a notable design

Wereld Natuur Fonds (WNF)

Context: Client for RAU Architects; their CO2-neutral headquarters in Zeist is cited as a notable design

Philips

Context: Collaborated with Turntoo on the 'Light as a Service' product-as-a-service model

Response provides highly specific and verifiable details about Thomas Rau including birth date, founded organizations, specific building projects, awards with years, and co-authored book — consistent with the well-documented Dutch architect and circular economy pioneer.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch ecological architect (ir., graduated 2003), founder of ORGA architect (Nijmegen, est. 2007) and ORGA research; pioneer in biobased, biophilic and regenerative construction; multiple award winner including Stephen R. Kellert Biophilic Design Award 2023 and TU Delft Alumnus of the Year 2013

ORGA architect

Context: Architecture firm founded by Daan Bruggink in Nijmegen in 2007, specializing in biobased and biophilic design

ORGA research

Context: Research branch of ORGA architect, associated with Daan Bruggink

TU Delft

Context: University where Bruggink studied Architecture; awarded him Alumnus of the Year 2013

Dutch Green Building Council (BREEAM-NL)

Context: Bruggink served for years as chairman of the Advisory Group New Construction and Renovation

ABN AMRO

Context: Publisher of the 'Duurzame 50' list on which Bruggink is consistently ranked among the most influential persons in sustainable construction

One duplicate URL in structured_citations was deduplicated (AUZIYQF7Pza... appeared twice); response provides extensive verifiable specifics across awards, projects, and institutional roles.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect and director-partner of BiermanHenket, known for heritage, restoration, and transformation of historic buildings

Hubert-Jan Henket

Context: Founder of the architecture firm, formerly known as Hubert-Jan Henket architecten

Yvonne Segers

Context: Partner at BiermanHenket, co-leads the firm with Janneke Bierman

BiermanHenket

Context: Architecture firm based in Esch and Den Bosch, specializing in heritage and restoration projects

Technische Universiteit Eindhoven

Context: University where Janneke Bierman studied architecture, graduating cum laude in 1995

Bond van Nederlandse Architecten (BNA)

Context: Professional organization; Bierman was a member of the ledenraad from 2010 to 2015

Stichting Werelderfgoed Nederland

Context: Foundation where Bierman served as board member

Architectura et Amicitia (AetA)

Context: Architecture society where Bierman is actively involved

Commissie Ruimtelijke Kwaliteit

Context: Amsterdam spatial quality committee; Bierman was chair of the Binnenstad subcommittee

The duplicate URL for HTQQYxtv was deduplicated to a single entry.


Bart Spee

Context: Associate Professor in Soft Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine at Utrecht University Faculty of Veterinary Medicine; specializes in stem cell technology, biofabrication, and liver organoids; leads the NEOLIVER project; co-founder of Orgonex B.V.

Context: Dutch architect, founder of SPEE Architecten, known for designing the energy-neutral and circular SPEEHUIS in Oisterwijk built from CLT and bamboo

Context: Briefly mentioned as active within government, serving as project leader Open Data at the Province of Zuid-Holland

Universiteit Utrecht

Context: Institution where Dr. Bart Spee (scientist) works as Associate Professor in Soft Tissue Engineering

Orgonex B.V.

Context: Spin-off of Utrecht University developing bioreactors (RPMotion) for organoid cultivation, co-founded by Dr. Bart Spee

SPEE Architecten

Context: Architecture firm founded by Bart Spee (architect), specializing in sustainable and biobased building

Provincie Zuid-Holland

Context: Government body where a third Bart Spee works as project leader Open Data

Response identifies three distinct individuals sharing the name Bart Spee with specific verifiable details; all 11 citations are Vertex AI Search grounding-API redirect URLs.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Dutch architect and partner at Oomen Architecten in Breda, specializing in healthcare, housing, work, and heritage repurposing

Ernst René van Tatenhove

Context: Co-partner with Sander van Sambeek at Oomen Architecten

Oomen Architecten

Context: Architecture firm from Breda founded in 1895, where Sander van Sambeek is a partner

Stichting Titurel

Context: Client organization for which Van Sambeek designed care residences and accommodations on Landgoed Bieduinen in Putte

Jacobs Elektro Groep

Context: Client for whom Van Sambeek designed a modern office building in Breda

All cited URLs are Google Vertex AI Search grounding redirect URLs, so actual source domains cannot be determined from the URLs alone.


Thomas Rau

Context: Pioneer of circular economy in Dutch architecture, inventor of 'Light as a Service', co-founder of Madaster

Hans Hammink

Context: Driving force behind large-scale circular projects in the Netherlands, author of 'Lessons in Circularity', led CIRCL and EDGE Amsterdam West

Daan Bruggink

Context: Founder of ORGA architect, specializes in biobased and ecological building with renewable materials

cepezed

Context: Delft-based firm specializing in demountable construction and 'design for disassembly'

Superuse Studios

Context: Pioneer in urban mining and reuse of local material waste streams, formerly known as 2012 Architecten

Overtreders W

Context: Specializes in radical circularity, temporary structures, and the concept of 'borrowing materials'

DOOR architecten

Context: Mentioned as accessible option for smaller or experimental circular projects

Response names three individual persons (Thomas Rau, Hans Hammink, Daan Bruggink) linked to their respective firms, plus three firms without named individuals (cepezed, Superuse Studios, Overtreders W) and two briefly mentioned firms (DOOR architecten, CHRITH architects).


Thomas Rau

Context: German-born architect (31 July 1960) based in Amsterdam; founder of RAU Architects (1992), Turntoo (2010), and Madaster (2017); pioneer of circular economy and sustainable architecture in the Netherlands and Europe

Sabine Oberhuber

Context: Co-founder of Turntoo with Thomas Rau and co-author of 'Material Matters' (2016)

RAU Architects

Context: Architecture firm founded by Thomas Rau in 1992, specializing in energy-positive and circular buildings designed as material depots

Turntoo

Context: Circular business model company founded in 2010 by Thomas Rau and Sabine Oberhuber; developed 'Light as a Service' and 'Material as a Service' models

Madaster

Context: Online materials registry platform ('cadastre for materials') founded in 2017; issues material passports for buildings

Philips

Context: Partner in 'Light as a Service' initiative with Turntoo

Bosch

Context: Partner in 'Material as a Service' (washing machines) initiative with Turntoo

Triodos Bank

Context: Client for whom RAU Architects designed the fully demountable wooden headquarters in Driebergen-Rijsenburg

All 16 cited URLs are Google Vertex AI grounding-API redirects with no resolvable target domain visible.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect, founder of ORGA Architect (Nijmegen), pioneer in ecological/biobased/biophilic architecture; graduated TU Delft 2003, founded firm 2007; winner of Gouden Kikker, Cirkel Award, Nationale Houtbouwprijs; appeared in Nieuwsuur and NOS Journaal

ORGA Architect

Context: Ecological architecture firm based in Nijmegen, founded by Daan Bruggink in 2007, known for biobased and biophilic building design

Technische Universiteit Delft

Context: University where Bruggink studied Architecture & Building Engineering, graduating in 2003

All cited URLs are Google Vertex AI Search grounding-API redirect links, not direct source URLs; one URL appears duplicated in the structured citations list.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect and director of BiermanHenket, expert in restoration/transformation of historic monuments; TU Eindhoven cum laude 1995, Archiprix 1996 winner

Sjoekie de Bijll Nachenius

Context: Co-took over leadership of BiermanHenket alongside Bierman in 2005

Hubert-Jan Henket

Context: Original founder of the architectural firm in 1976

Yvonne Segers

Context: Current partner at BiermanHenket

Joep van As

Context: Current partner at BiermanHenket

BiermanHenket

Context: Architectural firm based in Esch and Den Bosch specializing in restoration and transformation of historic buildings

Stichting Werelderfgoed Nederland

Context: World Heritage Netherlands foundation; Bierman served as board member 2010–2015

Bond van Nederlandse Architecten (BNA)

Context: Dutch architects association; Bierman served on members' council 2010–2015

Architectura et Amicitia (AetA)

Context: Dutch architectural society of which Bierman is an active member

Response provides highly specific verifiable details (TU Eindhoven cum laude 1995, Archiprix 1996, Anne Frank Huis delivery 2018/2019, Binnenhof renovation) consistent with the real Janneke Bierman; four additional named colleagues at BiermanHenket appear in passing context.


Bart Spee

Context: Associate Professor in Soft Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University; expert in liver organoids and 3D bioprinting; PhD 2006 Utrecht; postdoc at KU Leuven; leads NEOLIVER project; involved in ORGANTRANS consortium; 90+ publications

Regenerative Medicine Center Utrecht

Context: Center to which Bart Spee is affiliated

ORGANTRANS

Context: European consortium for translating liver organoid technology to clinical applications, involving Bart Spee

Katholieke Universiteit Leuven

Context: Institution where Bart Spee completed postdoctoral research in liver pathology

Makkelijk Praten

Context: Science podcast in which Bart Spee appeared as a guest

All cited URLs are Vertex AI Search grounding API redirects; no direct source URLs are resolvable from the response.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Dutch architect and partner/director at Oomen Architecten in Breda; known for heritage repurposing, care, housing and civic projects; designed the Maczek Memorial Breda (nominated BNA Beste Gebouw 2021)

Ernst René van Tatenhove

Context: Partner/compagnon of Van Sambeek at Oomen Architecten in Breda

Oomen Architecten

Context: Architecture firm in Breda founded in 1895, led by Van Sambeek and Van Tatenhove

Jacobs Elektro Groep

Context: Client for whom Van Sambeek designed a distinctive steel-façade office building in Breda

Easyflex

Context: Software company for whom Van Sambeek designed the interior

BNA

Context: Dutch architecture association; nominated the Maczek Memorial for Beste Gebouw van het Jaar 2021

Generaal Stanisław Maczek excluded from persons as a historical figure used only as project naming context; all 14 cited URLs are Google Vertex AI grounding-API redirects with no resolvable destination domains.


Thomas Rau

Context: German-Dutch architect and entrepreneur (born 1960), founder of RAU Architects, co-founder of Turntoo, circular economy pioneer in construction, initiator of Madaster

Sabine Oberhuber

Context: Co-author with Thomas Rau of the book 'Material Matters'

Turntoo

Context: Company co-founded by Thomas Rau focused on circular/product-as-a-service models

Madaster

Context: Materials register for buildings, initiated by Thomas Rau

Philips

Context: Partner in 'Light as a Service' product-as-a-service project at Schiphol

Triodos Bank

Context: Client of RAU Architects; circular headquarters in Driebergen-Rijsenburg cited as notable project

Alliander

Context: Client of RAU Architects; renovation of complex in Duiven cited as notable project

Assistant correctly identifies Thomas Rau with multiple verifiable specifics, but adds a clarifying question asking if this is the intended person, indicating slight hedging.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect, founder (2007) of ORGA Architect in Nijmegen, pioneer of biobased and biophilic architecture, TU Delft graduate, winner of De Nederlandse Bouwprijs 2013 in the 'Talent met Toekomst' category, former chair of the BREEAM-NL Nieuwbouw en Renovatie advisory group (DGBC)

ORGA Architect

Context: Architectural firm in Nijmegen founded by Daan Bruggink in 2007, specializing in biobased and biophilic design

DGBC (Dutch Green Building Council)

Context: Organization under which the BREEAM-NL Nieuwbouw en Renovatie advisory group operates; Bruggink served as (former) chair

Response provides verifiable specifics including founding year, location, named projects, award category and year, and institutional role, indicating confident recognition of the subject.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect, director/owner of BiermanHenket since 2005, graduated TU Eindhoven 1995, won Archiprix 1996, involved in heritage and renovation projects including the Binnenhof in The Hague

Yvonne Segers

Context: Co-leads BiermanHenket together with Janneke Bierman and Joep van As

Joep van As

Context: Co-leads BiermanHenket together with Janneke Bierman and Yvonne Segers

Response provides specific verifiable details: graduation year, university, Archiprix win with project location, current co-directors, and a named project.


Bart Spee

Context: Associate professor (universitair hoofddocent) Veterinary Medicine at Utrecht University, specialized in liver organoids and regenerative medicine

Context: Architect and owner of SPEE architecten, known for biobased/timber construction including the Speehuis

Context: Works at Provincie Zuid-Holland and is active in local politics for D66 in Waddinxveen

Stadvast Onroerend Goed / Spee Vastgoed Beheer

Context: Active in real estate sector

Response identifies four distinct individuals sharing the name Bart Spee and asks for clarification on which one is intended, rather than committing to a single identification.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Dutch architect in Breda, partner/lead at Oomen Architecten, known for repurposing the St. Gertrudis van Nijvelkerk (Heerle) and projects like the Easyflex office in Oosterhout

Context: Person born 7 January 1975 in Oploo, died 28 June 2005 in Sint Anthonis; mentioned in memorial cards/online cemetery registers

Oomen Architecten

Context: Architecture firm in Breda where one Sander van Sambeek works as partner/lead

The assistant identifies two distinct individuals sharing the name and asks for clarification rather than committing to one description.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect, founder of ORGA architect(en) in Nijmegen (2007), known for biobased and biophilic architecture, studied at TU Delft, won Dutch Bouwprijs 2013 in Talent category

ORGA architect(en)

Context: Architecture firm in Nijmegen founded by Daan Bruggink in 2007, specializing in biobased and biophilic architecture

Response provides specific verifiable details about Daan Bruggink including founding year, location, education, awards, and notable projects.


Thomas Rau

Context: German-Dutch architect and entrepreneur, founder of RAU Architects and Turntoo, co-initiator of Madaster, pioneer of circular building; co-authored 'Material Matters' with Sabine Oberhuber

Sabine Oberhuber

Context: Co-author of the book 'Material Matters' together with Thomas Rau

RAU Architects

Context: Amsterdam-based architecture firm founded by Thomas Rau, associated with circular building projects

Turntoo

Context: Circular business models company started by Thomas Rau, known for 'product-as-a-service' concepts

Madaster

Context: Materials registry ('kadaster voor materialen') and materials passports platform co-initiated by Thomas Rau

Triodos Bank

Context: Example project: demountable, largely wooden headquarters associated with Thomas Rau's circular design work

Alliander

Context: Example project: circular renovation in Duiven, associated with Thomas Rau's work

Philips

Context: Partner in Thomas Rau's 'pay-per-lux' light-as-a-service model

Response correctly identifies Thomas Rau with multiple verifiable specifics: his firms, co-authored book, and well-known project examples.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect and director/owner of BiermanHenket since 2005; graduated TU Eindhoven 1995, won Archiprix 1996, chairwoman of Stichting Rietveld Schröderhuis and DOCOMOMO Nederland

Hubert-Jan Henket

Context: Mentioned as the founder of BiermanHenket, from whom Janneke Bierman took over the firm in 2005

BiermanHenket

Context: Dutch architecture firm of which Janneke Bierman is director/owner since 2005

Stichting Rietveld Schröderhuis

Context: Foundation for which Janneke Bierman serves/served as chairwoman

DOCOMOMO Nederland

Context: Organization for which Janneke Bierman serves/served as chairwoman

TU Eindhoven

Context: University where Janneke Bierman studied architecture, graduating in 1995

The assistant ends with a clarifying question asking if this is the intended person, suggesting slight hedging, but the description is specific and detailed with verifiable facts.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Dutch architect based in Breda, worked as project architect/partner on St.-Gertrudiskerk conversion in Heerle (2013), Maczek Memorial in Breda (2020), and Easyflex office in Oosterhout (2019)

Oomen Architecten

Context: Architecture firm in Breda associated with Sander van Sambeek

Response hedges by noting multiple people may share this name and asks for confirmation, but provides specific project details suggesting partial recognition.