Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect, founder of ORGA architect in Nijmegen (2007), known for biobased and biophilic architecture, won Nederlandse Bouwprijs 2013 (Talent category), studied Architecture at TU Delft (1995–2003)

ORGA architect

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

Response ends with a clarifying question asking whether the user is looking for this specific Daan Bruggink or someone else with the same name.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect, director/owner of BiermanHenket since 2005, graduated TU Eindhoven 1995, won Archiprix 1996, chair of Rietveld Schröderhuis and Rietveld Schröder Archief foundations

Sjoekie de Bijll Nachenius

Context: Took over the bureau together with Janneke Bierman in 2005 from founder Hubert-Jan Henket

Hubert-Jan Henket

Context: Founder of the architecture firm BiermanHenket

Yvonne Segers

Context: Co-director of BiermanHenket since January 2024

BiermanHenket

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

Response ends with a clarifying question asking if this is the right Janneke Bierman, suggesting possible ambiguity.


Bart Spee

Context: Lead architect and founder of SPEE architecten; known for the Speehuis project in Oisterwijk

Context: Associate professor (universitair hoofddocent) at UU Veterinary Medicine department, researching liver stem cells, organoids, and bioprinting (NEOLIVER project)

Context: Entrepreneur/manager active in real estate management and development in the Randstad

Response identifies three distinct individuals sharing the name Bart Spee and asks for clarification rather than committing to one description.


Context: Associate professor (universitair hoofddocent) Veterinary Medicine at Utrecht University; researches liver diseases, organ/organoid technology, leads the European NEOLIVER project on bioprinting liver tissue

Context: Architect and owner of SPEE architecten (Oisterwijk); lead architect of the 'Speehuis' (2021) and involved in the circular 'Houtlab' (2023), focus on biobased/timber construction

Response presents two different individuals sharing the name Bart Spee and asks the user to clarify which one they mean, without committing to either identification.


Thomas Rau

Context: German-Dutch architect and circular economy advocate; founder of RAU Architects and Turntoo; initiator of Madaster (materials passports); co-author of 'Material Matters' with Sabine Oberhuber; known for Triodos Bank circular office and demountable Brummen town hall

Context: German para-table tennis player, multiple medal winner at international tournaments and Paralympic Games participant

Sabine Oberhuber

Context: Co-author of 'Material Matters' alongside Thomas Rau (architect)

RAU Architects

Context: Architecture firm founded by Thomas Rau, associated with circular design projects

Turntoo

Context: Company founded by Thomas Rau, focused on circular economy services

Madaster

Context: Materials passport platform initiated by Thomas Rau

Triodos Bank

Context: Client for Thomas Rau's circular office building project

Response disambiguates two persons named Thomas Rau and asks the user which one is meant; the architect is described with specific, verifiable details.


Thomas Rau

Context: German-born architect based in the Netherlands, founder of RAU Architects and Turntoo, known for circular construction and 'product/material-as-a-service', author of Material Matters

Context: Swiss physician associated with the Paracelsus Clinic, known for 'biological medicine'

Context: German Paralympic table tennis player mentioned as a possible disambiguation option

RAU Architects

Context: Architecture firm founded by Thomas Rau, focused on circular building

Turntoo

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

Paracelsus Clinic

Context: Clinic associated with Dr. Thomas Rau (Swiss physician)

Response presents multiple disambiguation candidates for Thomas Rau without confirming which one the prompt refers to; specifics provided for each but no single identification made.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Architect based in Breda; partner/leader at Oomen Architecten; project architect for the repurposing of St. Gertrudis van Nijvelkerk in Heerle (completed December 2012); mentioned in regional news as (project) architect at Oomen Architecten

Oomen Architecten

Context: Architecture firm in Breda where Sander van Sambeek is a partner/leader

Response notes multiple people may share the name but identifies one specific architect with verifiable project details and organization affiliation; ends with a clarifying question to the user.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect and director/owner of BiermanHenket since 2005; graduated TU Eindhoven 1995, won Archiprix 1996, chairperson of Rietveld Schröderhuis foundation, former lecturer at TU Delft

BiermanHenket

Context: Architecture firm of which Janneke Bierman is director/owner since 2005 (formerly Henket & Partners)

The response ends with a clarifying question asking whether this is the correct person, suggesting slight hedging, but the description contains specific verifiable details.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect and founder (2007) of ORGA Architect in Nijmegen, advocate of biobased and biophilic architecture, speaker on biobased construction

ORGA Architect

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

Response includes specific details: founding year, firm location, notable project (De Verwondering in Almere, 2021) and award (Gouden Kikker), indicating confident recognition.


The assistant does not identify any specific person by this name and asks the user for clarifying context, indicating it cannot recognize a particular individual.


Bart Spee

Context: Associate professor/university lecturer at Utrecht University; research on stem cells, organoids, and liver diseases

Context: Architect with focus on sustainable and healthy building

Context: Geo-information specialist at Province of Zuid-Holland and re-elected D66 council member in Waddinxveen

Context: Active in real estate

Response identifies four distinct individuals sharing the name 'Bart Spee' and asks the user to clarify which one they mean before providing further detail.


Thomas Rau

Context: German-Dutch architect, pioneer in circular/biobased construction, founder of RAU Architects, co-initiator of Turntoo and Madaster, co-author of 'Material Matters'

RAU Architects

Context: Architecture firm founded by Thomas Rau

Turntoo

Context: Co-initiated by Thomas Rau, related to circular economy/materials

Madaster

Context: Co-initiated by Thomas Rau, related to circular building materials registry

Assistant disambiguates by mentioning a second Thomas Rau (described vaguely as a German top athlete) before providing verifiable specifics about the architect.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect, director/owner of BiermanHenket since 2005, chair of Stichting Rietveld Schröderhuis, co-founder of ArchiAfrika

Yvonne Segers

Context: Part of the daily management of BiermanHenket since January 2024

BiermanHenket

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

ArchiAfrika

Context: NGO co-founded in 2001 by Janneke Bierman, focused on architecture in Africa

Stichting Rietveld Schröderhuis

Context: Foundation chaired by Janneke Bierman

DOCOMOMO Nederland

Context: Organization of which Janneke Bierman was chair for ten years

The Wikipedia citation links to the Antoni Folkers page, not a Janneke Bierman page, but is used as source for her co-founding of ArchiAfrika.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect, founder of ORGA Architect, pioneer in biobased, biophilic and nature-inclusive architecture; TU Delft alumnus of the year 2013, winner of De Nederlandse Bouwprijs (Talent met Toekomst)

TU Delft

Context: Named as Daan Bruggink's alma mater and the institution that awarded him Alumnus of the Year 2013

Response provides verifiable specifics: firm name, architecture focus, degree institution, named award and year — consistent with a real recognized individual.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Dutch architect and partner at Oomen Architecten in Breda; worked on repurposing of St. Gertrudis van Nijvelkerk in Heerle (2012–2013)

Assistant hedges slightly by noting multiple people may share this name and asks for confirmation, but still provides specific verifiable details about the architect.


Thomas Rau

Context: German-Dutch architect and circular economy thinker, founder of RAU Architects in Amsterdam, known for the Turntoo service model and Material Passport concept

Sabine Oberhuber

Context: Co-author with Thomas Rau of the book 'Material Matters' (2016)

RAU Architects

Context: Architecture firm in Amsterdam founded by Thomas Rau, recognized as his professional practice

Turntoo

Context: Concept/company launched by Thomas Rau promoting product-as-a-service to keep materials in ownership of manufacturers

Response accurately describes the real Thomas Rau with verifiable specifics including birth year, nationality, firm name, key concepts (Turntoo, Material Passport), and co-authored book title and year.


Bart Spee

Context: Universitair hoofddocent Diergeneeskunde (UU); researches liver diseases, organoids, and 3D bioprinting

Context: Architect at SPEE architecten

Context: Employee at Provincie Zuid-Holland and D66 council member in Waddinxveen

SPEE architecten

Context: Architecture firm; mentioned as employer of one of the Bart Spees

Response lists three distinct people sharing the name Bart Spee and asks the user to clarify which one they mean, without committing to a single identification.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect, founder of ORGA architect (2007), TU Delft alumnus, pioneer in biophilic and bio-based construction in the Netherlands, award-winning speaker on biophilic design

TU Delft

Context: University where Daan Bruggink studied architecture; awarded him Alumnus of the Year in 2013

Response includes emoji-decorated award bullets and multiple verifiable specifics (founding year, degree institution, named awards with years), indicating a confident and detailed recognition.


Bart Spee

Context: Dutch scientist and associate professor at Utrecht University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, specializing in regenerative hepatology, stem cell biology, and biofabrication including 3D bioprinting of liver tissue

ORGANTRANS-consortium

Context: European project aimed at developing a platform for printing liver tissue, mentioned as a project Bart Spee is involved in

Response provides specific verifiable details about Bart Spee including his role, institution, research focus areas, publication count, and consortium involvement.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Described as a Dutch politician, VVD member, former member of the Tweede Kamer der Staten-Generaal, focused on education and labor market themes

VVD

Context: Volkspartij voor Vrijheid en Democratie, named as Bierman's political party

Tweede Kamer der Staten-Generaal

Context: Dutch parliament where Bierman is described as having been a member

The assistant provides only general attributes (party, parliament, broad themes) with no verifiable specifics such as term dates or legislation, and explicitly offers to search for more current data, signaling uncertainty.


Thomas Rau

Context: German-Dutch architect and sustainability thinker, founder and director of RAU Architects in Amsterdam, pioneer in circular building and Material as a Service concept, co-author of 'Material Matters'

Sabine Oberhuber

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

Madaster

Context: Platform for registering building materials founded by Thomas Rau, described as a cadastre for materials to make them traceable and reusable

TivoliVredenburg

Context: Concert venue in Utrecht that Thomas Rau renovated

Triodos Bank

Context: Organization for which Thomas Rau designed office buildings

Response provides detailed and specific information about Thomas Rau consistent with his public profile as an architect and circular economy advocate.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Dutch architect and partner at Oomen Architecten, registered with BNA (Branchevereniging Nederlandse Architectenbureaus)

Oomen Architecten

Context: Architecture firm where Sander van Sambeek holds a partner position

BNA

Context: Branchevereniging Nederlandse Architectenbureaus — professional association listing Sander van Sambeek as a registered architect

Assistant provides basic identification (architect, partner at Oomen Architecten, BNA-registered) with sourced citations, but hedges by noting limited public information and asking whether the user may mean a different Sander van Sambeek.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect, founder of ORGA Architect (2007), focused on biobased and biophilic architecture; TU Delft alumnus (2003); TU Delft Alumnus of the Year 2013; Dutch Building Prize winner; chair of the BREEAM-NL advisory group at DGBC

TU Delft

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

Dutch Green Building Council (DGBC)

Context: Organization where Daan Bruggink chairs the BREEAM-NL advisory group for new construction and renovation

Response provides specific verifiable details (founding year, graduation year, award names, advisory role) with four supporting citations including the subject's own firm website.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Dutch architect and partner at Oomen Architecten, registered with BNA (Dutch Association of Architectural Firms)

BNA

Context: Branchevereniging Nederlandse Architectenbureaus — professional register where Sander van Sambeek is listed

Response offers a specific identification but ends with a clarifying question suggesting uncertainty about whether this is the correct Sander van Sambeek.


Bart Spee

Context: Dutch scientist and associate professor at Utrecht University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine; specializes in molecular biology, liver pathology, stem cell biology, and biofabrication (3D bioprinting of liver tissue); involved in ORGANTRANS consortium; 18+ years experience, 70+ peer-reviewed publications

ORGANTRANS-consortium

Context: European consortium developing a platform for 3D bioprinting of liver tissue, mentioned as a collaboration Bart Spee participates in

Response provides specific verifiable details (institution, faculty, research specializations, consortium involvement, publication count) consistent with a real identified academic; sources are cited inline.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect and director/owner of BiermanHenket since 2005; responsible architect for the renovation of the Eerste Kamer; board member of BNA 2010–2015; chairperson of the Rietveld Schröder Huis foundation

BiermanHenket

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

BNA (Bond van Nederlandse Architecten)

Context: Dutch architects' association; Bierman was board member 2010–2015

Rietveld Schröder Huis stichting

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

Response contains specific verifiable details (graduation year, Archiprix win, BNA tenure, named project) consistent with a real public figure in Dutch architecture; emojis used for formatting.


Thomas Rau

Context: German-Dutch architect and entrepreneur, pioneer in sustainable and circular architecture, founder of RAU Architects and driving force behind Madaster

Sabine Oberhuber

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

RAU Architects

Context: Architecture firm in Amsterdam founded in 1992, known for sustainable designs

Madaster

Context: Digital materials register co-founded by Thomas Rau based on the materials passport concept

Triodos Bank

Context: Client for one of Rau's notable projects, office building in Zeist

Response provides specific verifiable details about Thomas Rau including his organizations, book, and notable projects, consistent with his real public profile.


Bart Spee

Context: Dutch scientist, associate professor at Utrecht University Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, specializing in molecular biology, liver disease, stem cell biology, and biofabrication including 3D-printing of liver tissue

ORGANTRANS-consortium

Context: European consortium working on a platform for printing liver tissue as a step toward replacing donor organs

Response provides specific verifiable details about Bart Spee including institutional affiliation, research areas, publication count, and specific projects like the Wilson disease dog model and ORGANTRANS consortium.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect and pioneer in sustainable and circular construction, specializing in biophilic and biobased architecture; founded ORGA Architect in Nijmegen in 2007; won Dutch Building Prize for Talent of the Future (2013) and TU Delft Alumnus of the Year (2013)

ORGA Architect

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

TU Delft

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

Response provides specific verifiable details including founding year, university, awards, and firm location, indicating confident recognition of the named individual.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Dutch architect and partner at Oomen Architecten, registered with BNA (Dutch Association of Architects)

BNA (Branchevereniging Nederlandse Architectenbureaus)

Context: Professional register confirming Sander van Sambeek as a certified architect

Response identifies a person with this name but hedges by noting no particularly prominent public figures were found with this name, suggesting uncertainty about whether this is the intended subject.


Thomas Rau

Context: German-Dutch architect and sustainability thinker, born 1960, founder of RAU Architects in Amsterdam, pioneer in circular economy and circular building

Sabine Oberhuber

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

Turntoo

Context: Concept/company introduced by Thomas Rau for product-as-a-service model

Philips

Context: Example company that delivered light as a service to RAU office, retaining ownership of the lamps

Triodos Bank

Context: Client of RAU Architects — main office in Zeist is a known project

Response provides specific, accurate details about Thomas Rau including birth year, nationality, firm name, key concepts (Turntoo, materials passport), specific projects, and co-authored book.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect and pioneer in sustainable, biobased and biophilic architecture; founded ORGA architect in 2007; named TU Delft Alumnus of the Year in 2013

ORGA architect

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

TU Delft

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

Response provides specific verifiable details including founding year of firm (2007), degree institution (TU Delft), and award year (2013 Alumnus of the Year).


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect and director/owner of BiermanHenket since 2005, responsible for renovation of the Eerste Kamer in the Binnenhof, former chair of DOCOMOMO Nederland, lecturer at TU Delft

BiermanHenket

Context: Architectural firm of which Janneke Bierman is director, specializing in heritage and contemporary architecture

DOCOMOMO Nederland

Context: Organization for documentation and conservation of Modernism; Janneke Bierman served as chair for ten years

Rietveld Schröder Huis-stichting

Context: Foundation of which Janneke Bierman is chair

Response provides specific verifiable details including graduation year (1995), Archiprix win (1996), BiermanHenket directorship start (2005), and her role in the Binnenhof renovation.


Thomas Rau

Context: German-Dutch architect and sustainability thinker, founder of RAU Architects in Amsterdam, pioneer of 'Materials as a Service' concept, co-founder of Madaster

William McDonough

Context: Referenced as an intellectual influence via Cradle to Cradle framework (McDonough & Braungart)

Madaster

Context: Digital materials passport platform co-founded by Thomas Rau, tracks building materials for reuse after demolition

Triodos Bank

Context: Client organization; Thomas Rau designed the Triodos Bank campus in Driebergen based on circular principles

Response describes Thomas Rau with specific verifiable details: birth year (1960), firm name (RAU Architects, Amsterdam), Triodos Bank campus project, and co-founding of Madaster.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Dutch architect and partner at Oomen Architecten, registered with BNA

Context: Professional association for architecture firms in the Netherlands; Sander van Sambeek is registered there

Response provides specific details (firm, professional registration) but explicitly adds a caveat that multiple people may share this name, introducing uncertainty about the identity.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Dutch architect and director/owner of BiermanHenket since 2005; graduated TU Eindhoven 1995, won Archiprix 1996; led renovation of the Eerste Kamer (Senate chamber); chair of Rietveld Schröderhuis foundation; former ten-year chair of DOCOMOMO Nederland; former member of BNA members' council

BiermanHenket

Context: Dutch architecture firm of which Janneke Bierman is director/owner; own website linked in response

DOCOMOMO Nederland

Context: Organization for documentation and conservation of Modern Movement buildings; mentioned as a body Janneke Bierman chaired for ten years

BNA

Context: Branchevereniging Nederlandse Architectenbureaus; mentioned as a body whose members' council Janneke Bierman was part of

Response provides specific biographical details with three cited sources and ends with a follow-up question to the user.


Bart Spee

Context: Associate Professor at Utrecht University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine; 18+ years experience in molecular biology; author of 70+ peer-reviewed publications; research on stem cells (organoids, mesenchymal stem cells, iPS cells) for liver disease and regenerative medicine

Context: Architect at SPEE Architecten in the Netherlands, specializing in sustainable and healthy buildings

Context: Policy officer for digital economy

Response lists three distinct people sharing the name Bart Spee and asks the user to clarify context before giving a targeted answer.


Janneke Bierman

Context: Described as a Dutch VVD politician and member of the Tweede Kamer, focusing on housing, spatial planning, and public housing.

VVD (Volkspartij voor Vrijheid en Democratie)

Context: Political party of which Janneke Bierman is described as a member.

Tweede Kamer der Staten-Generaal

Context: Dutch parliament of which Janneke Bierman is described as a member.

Assistant acknowledges a knowledge cutoff of early 2025 and offers to search for more current information.


Sander van Sambeek

Context: Dutch architect and partner at Oomen Architecten, registered in the BNA (Dutch Architects Association)

BNA - Branchevereniging Nederlandse Architectenbureaus

Context: Dutch architects trade association where Sander van Sambeek is registered

Response provides basic identification but notes limited detailed information is available, suggesting uncertainty about fuller background.


Daan Bruggink

Context: Dutch architect and founder of ORGA Architect, specializing in biobased and biophilic architecture; graduated TU Delft 2003, founded ORGA Architect 2007, named TU Delft Alumnus of the Year 2013, chairs Advisory Group for New Construction and Renovation BREEAM-NL at DGBC

TU Delft

Context: University where Bruggink studied architecture (graduated 2003) and which named him Alumnus of the Year in 2013

DGBC (Dutch Green Building Council)

Context: Organization where Bruggink chairs the Advisory Group for New Construction and Renovation BREEAM-NL

Response provides specific verifiable details (graduation year, firm founding year, award year, BREEAM-NL role) with four cited sources.


Bart Spee

Context: Dutch scientist and associate professor at Utrecht University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine; researcher in regenerative hepatology, stem cell biology, and biofabrication; involved in the ORGANTRANS consortium

ORGANTRANS

Context: European consortium developing a 3D-bioprint platform for liver tissue; Bart Spee is listed as a collaborator

Response provides verifiable specifics including institutional affiliation, faculty, research focus areas, publication count, and named consortium participation, indicating confident recognition of the right person.


Robert Winkel

Context: Leader of Mei architects and planners, described as one of the top firms in industrial heritage repurposing in the Netherlands

André van Stigt

Context: Described as one of the best-known restoration and repurposing architects in the Netherlands, known for pragmatic and circular approach

Marnix van der Meer

Context: Co-leader of Zecc Architecten, specializing in minimalist interventions in industrial heritage buildings

Mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam-based firm recommended as one of the leading firms in industrial heritage repurposing; known for bold modern interventions on historic warehouses

Braaksma & Roos Architectenbureau

Context: Den Haag-based firm recommended for deep expertise in heritage design and restoration; ERM-certified; designed LocHal (World Building of the Year 2019)

Buro van Stigt

Context: Amsterdam-based firm recommended for industrial heritage repurposing; known for De Hallen and Pakhuis de Zwijger projects

Zecc Architecten

Context: Utrecht-based firm recommended for minimalist modern interventions in industrial heritage including NS workshops and water towers

BiermanHenket

Context: Esch/Amsterdam-based firm recommended for repurposing monumental buildings including post offices, barracks and historic halls into museums and libraries

Hylkema Erfgoed

Context: Utrecht-based research and advisory firm recommended as one of the largest independent heritage design and consultancy bureaus in the Netherlands

BOEi

Context: Mentioned as important non-profit partner (Nationale Maatschappij tot Restaureren en Herbestemmen van Cultureel Erfgoed) that acquires industrial heritage and collaborates with specialized architects

Civic Architects

Context: Mentioned as co-designer of LocHal Tilburg project alongside Braaksma & Roos; not a standalone primary recommendation

Two duplicate URLs were deduplicated from the structured_citations list; BOEi is included as an organization despite being a non-profit developer rather than an architecture firm, as it is explicitly recommended as an important partner in industrial heritage repurposing.


André van Stigt

Context: Pioneer heritage architect leading Buro van Stigt, specializing in large-scale urban industrial heritage adaptive reuse

Robert Winkel

Context: Leader of Mei architects and planners, known for combining industrial heritage with modern construction

Marnix van der Meer

Context: Co-director of Zecc Architecten, specializing in minimalist interventions in historic structures including water towers and railway heritage

Bart Kellerhuis

Context: Co-director of Zecc Architecten, specializing in adaptive reuse of industrial and railway heritage

Buro van Stigt

Context: Amsterdam-based firm specializing in complex large-scale heritage adaptive reuse projects

Mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam-based internationally awarded firm combining industrial heritage with innovative modern construction

Braaksma & Roos Architectenbureau

Context: The Hague-based firm with decades of expertise in restoration, transformation, and adaptive reuse of industrial heritage

Zecc Architecten

Context: Utrecht-based firm specializing in minimalist modern interventions in historic structures, particularly water towers and railway heritage

MONK Architecten

Context: Utrecht-based firm known for embracing raw industrial aesthetics with subtle interventions; won Rietveld Prize 2017

LA | Architecten Ingenieurs

Context: Veghel-based firm active in southern Netherlands, specializing in large agro-industrial complex adaptive reuse

BOEi

Context: National organization for preservation and exploitation of industrial heritage; acts as developer, advisor, and financier (not an architecture firm)

All cited URLs are Vertex AI Search grounding redirect URLs (opaque proxies), so source_type is classified as 'other' for all.


Thomas Rau

Context: Pioneer of circular economy in Dutch architecture; inventor of 'Light as a Service' concept; founder of Madaster (materials passport platform); based in Amsterdam

Daan Bruggink

Context: Leading advocate of biobased and biophilic design in the Netherlands; based in Nijmegen

Peter van Assche

Context: Known for radical reuse architecture; also holds position as Lector Architecture & Circular Thinking; based in Amsterdam/Zaandam

cepezed

Context: Delft-based firm specialising in prefabrication, dry connections, and demountable circular construction; has a dedicated branch called LCP Circulair

Paul de Ruiter Architects

Context: Amsterdam-based firm focused on energy-positive and circular buildings with high BREEAM certifications

Team V Architectuur

Context: Amsterdam-based firm pioneering large-scale hybrid CLT timber construction in urban settings

Superuse Studios

Context: Rotterdam & Amsterdam-based urban mining pioneer since 1997; developed the Oogstkaart platform for trading reclaimed building materials

Overtreders W

Context: Amsterdam/Zaandam-based firm known for radical material reuse and zero-waste temporary structures; frequently collaborates with bureau SLA

RHAW architecture

Context: Utrecht-based specialist in circular transformation and sustainability upgrades of monuments and existing buildings

DOOR architecten

Context: Amsterdam-based firm active in circular social housing and municipal circular building projects

ECO architecten

Context: Nijmegen-based specialist in affordable biobased and ecological new-build construction

Two duplicate URL pairs were deduplicated; response includes 11 recommended firms across four categorised sections with three named individual architects.


Thomas Rau

Context: Pioneer of circular economy in the Netherlands, co-founder of Madaster, designer of Triodos Bank headquarters

Daan Bruggink

Context: Specialist in biobased and biological cycle architecture, known for ecological school De Verwondering in Almere

Robert Winkel

Context: Leader of large-scale circular timber construction, known for SAWA, Netherlands' first 50-meter all-timber residential building

cepezed

Context: Delft-based firm specializing in prefabrication and dry assembly/demountable construction, known for the Temporary Courthouse Amsterdam

Superuse Studios

Context: Rotterdam-based pioneer in designing with waste streams and salvaged materials, developed the Oogstkaart platform

Overtreders W

Context: Firm specializing in temporary architecture and radical circular concepts, developed Pretty Plastic facade tiles from recycled plastic

bureau SLA

Context: Mentioned as frequent collaborator with Overtreders W on circular and temporary architecture projects

ORIO Architecten

Context: Mentioned as known for ecological straw-bale construction, suggested for sustainable homes

CHRITH architects

Context: Mentioned as a recommendation for sustainable housing or school projects with natural materials

Madaster

Context: Online material registry co-founded by Thomas Rau, mentioned in context of RAU Architecten's circular philosophy

All cited URLs are Vertex AI Search grounding redirect URLs, none are direct own-domain or directory links; Madaster is classified as an organization but is a material registry platform rather than an architecture firm.


Robert Winkel

Context: Lead architect at Mei, specialized in large-scale transformation of industrial and historic heritage

Job Roos

Context: Key figure at Braaksma & Roos, decades of experience in heritage repurposing

André van Stigt

Context: Pioneer in heritage repurposing in the Netherlands, pragmatic and social approach

Wessel de Jonge

WDJARCHITECTEN / Wessel de Jonge Architecten

Context: Authority on restoration and repurposing of modern heritage, especially Nieuwe Bouwen movement

Mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam-based firm specializing in large-scale industrial heritage transformation; projects include Fenix I, Kabeldistrict

Braaksma & Roos Architectenbureau

Context: The Hague firm with decades of heritage repurposing experience; projects include LocHal and Westergasfabriek

Buro van Stigt

Context: Amsterdam firm known for pragmatic heritage repurposing; projects include De Hallen and Lloyd Hotel

Zecc Architecten

Context: Utrecht firm specializing in compact industrial objects like water towers and silos; multiple Watertorenprijs awards

Context: Rotterdam firm specializing in restoration of modern heritage (Nieuwe Bouwen); led Van Nellefabriek renovation

MONK architecten

Context: Utrecht firm known for celebrating monumental scale of industrial halls; won Rietveldprijs 2017 for Werkspoorkathedraal

BOEi

Context: National organization for restoration and repurposing of cultural heritage, acts as social developer collaborating with specialized architects

MONK architecten is listed as an organization without a named individual; Zecc Architecten likewise has no individual named; all cited URLs are Vertex AI grounding redirects classified as 'other'.


Robert Winkel

Context: Director/leader of Mei architects and planners, described as pioneer in repurposing and building atop historic port and factory buildings

André van Stigt

Context: Described as a well-known figure in the repurposing world, operating not only as architect but also as process driver for stalled projects

Hubert-Jan Henket

Context: Co-founder, described as one of the pioneers of modern heritage care in the Netherlands

Mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam-based firm specializing in repurposing and building atop historic port and factory buildings, known for Fenix I/Fenixlofts project

Braaksma & Roos Architectenbureau

Context: The Hague-based firm specializing in restoration and transformation architecture, known for LocHal Tilburg and Westergasfabriek Amsterdam

Zecc Architecten

Context: Utrecht-based firm known for repurposing water towers, railway heritage and churches, including Werkspoor factory in Utrecht

diederendirrix

Context: Eindhoven/Rotterdam firm specializing in transformation of industrial heritage in southern Netherlands, particularly former Philips complexes

Buro van Stigt

Context: Amsterdam-based firm known for repurposing De Hallen tramway depot and Pakhuis de Zwijger in Amsterdam

BiermanHenket

Context: Esch/Utrecht-based firm focused on relationship between historical monuments and sustainable renewal

BOEi

Context: National organization for restoration and repurposing of cultural heritage, described as driving developer behind hundreds of projects in the Netherlands

Wenink Holtkamp Architecten

Context: Younger firm that frequently collaborates with BOEi, known for repurposing the Zwarte Silo in Deventer and Lakfabriek at KVL terrain in Oisterwijk

Hylkema Erfgoed

Context: Multidisciplinary firm specializing in building-historical research, restoration and repurposing, known for transformation of Cereolfabriek in Utrecht

Civic Architects

Context: Mentioned as co-collaborator on LocHal Tilburg project alongside Braaksma & Roos

Gerrit Rietveld is mentioned as the original designer of a factory (Weverij de Ploeg) but as a historical figure, not as an expert recommendation; Inside Outside appears to be a design studio (Petra Blaisse's firm) used as collaborator, not a standalone architecture firm.


Thomas Rau

Context: named as the face of RAU Architecten and pioneer in design for disassembly and material passports

RAU Architecten

Context: recommended for offices and social real estate with demountable strategy; projects include Triodos Bank De Reehorst and Alliander Duiven

cepezed

Context: recommended for demountable buildings; projects include Tijdelijke Rechtbank Amsterdam and The Green House Utrecht

Superuse Studios

Context: recommended for transformation/reuse of material streams and circular interiors; urban mining pioneers

de Architekten Cie.

Context: recommended for offices/social real estate; designed Circl pavilion for ABN AMRO Amsterdam

Kraaijvanger Architects

Context: recommended via Stadskantoor Venlo C2C reference project

Mei architects and planners

Context: recommended for biobased/circular housing and timber construction; SAWA Rotterdam CLT tower

One individual (Thomas Rau) named alongside six firms; response closes with a project-scoping questionnaire.


Wessel de Jonge

Context: Named partner at WDJArchitecten, specialist in industrial heritage redevelopment including Van Nellefabriek (UNESCO)

Trude Hooykaas

Context: Named as architect behind Kraanspoor, iconic reuse of NDSM crane track in Amsterdam

BiermanHenket

Context: Restoration and transformation of monuments; project example Verkadefabriek 's-Hertogenbosch

Mei architects and planners

Context: Large-scale transformation of harbour and warehouse buildings; Fenix I and Jobsveem in Rotterdam

Zecc Architecten

Context: Transformation of rail sheds, factory halls and water towers; Werkspoorfabriek Utrecht

diederendirrix

Context: Strong track record in Eindhoven Philips/Strijp-S area; Gebouw Anton conversion to live/work

Braaksma & Roos Architectenbureau

Context: Heritage and industrial construction specialist; co-designer of LocHal Tilburg (former locomotive shed)

CIVIC Architects

Context: Co-designer of LocHal (library/campus) and other public heritage conversions

cepezed

Context: Transformation of government and industrial buildings; Cacaofabriek Helmond cultural centre

bureau SLA

Context: Heritage redevelopment at Hembrugterrein Zaandam; workshop A11 converted to live/work units

Studioninedots

Context: Industrial complex redevelopment; De Melkfabriek within Cobercokwartier Arnhem

Orange Architects

Context: Collaboration with Zecc on restoration/redevelopment of Cobercokwartier (former Coberco dairy factory)

Zecc Architecten appears twice — once standalone and once in partnership with Orange Architects for the Cobercokwartier project.


Bert Verbeeck

Context: Belgian architect with ±90% of projects in timber frame construction, focus on bio-ecology

Woonpioniers

Context: Dutch firm recommended for bespoke biobased homes with HSB and CLT experience

Natrufied Architecture

Context: Dutch firm recommended for biophilic architecture with timber and biobased residential projects

Finnhouse / Finnlogs

Context: Dutch firm recommended for design and realisation of timber homes, decades of experience

Houtloft

Context: Dutch firm recommended for integrated timber home design and construction

ORCA architectuur & stabiliteit

Context: Belgian firm recommended for bio-ecological design specialising in timber frame, straw, and lime-hemp

BC architects & studies & materials

Context: Belgian firm recommended for bioregional approach using local timber/stone/earth for residential projects

atelierjones

Context: Seattle-based firm recommended as pioneer in mass timber CLT single-family homes

Lake|Flato

Context: Texas-based firm recommended for high-quality timber homes and off-grid/sustainable typologies

Bohlin Cywinski Jackson

Context: US firm recommended for timber-framed residential homes with landscape integration

LEVER Architecture

Context: Portland/LA firm recommended as leading mass timber practice for explicit CLT/glulam projects

BC architects is linked via a Wallpaper magazine article rather than their own domain; Finnhouse is linked via a third-party directory rather than their own site.


CUBE architecten

Context: Recommended for sustainable renovation of 1930s homes in Amsterdam; portfolio shows insulation, triple glazing, integrated PV on a 1934 home

Jaren '30 Architect

Context: Recommended as specialising in 1930s home renovations with BIM-based sustainability approach; shows Amsterdam projects

HOP Architecten

Context: Recommended for renovations/extensions in existing Amsterdam residential neighbourhoods with sustainability and permit advice

SVA architecten

Context: Recommended for integral renovations and Amsterdam permit procedures for private homes

DENOLDERVLEUGELS

Context: Recommended for renovation/restoration of Amsterdam properties, especially those with monumental or heritage characteristics

De Groene Grachten

Context: Recommended as independent energy/heritage advisor for pre-design energy roadmap

BNA

Context: Recommended as a directory/quality mark to find certified architects filterable by 'verduurzaming/renovatie/particulier'

Response names only firms, no individual architects; De Groene Grachten and BNA are recommended as supporting resources rather than primary design firms.


Mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam-based firm; transformed monumental office building Oceaanhuis/WEST507 into loft apartments with rooftop addition; nominated for Rotterdam Architecture Prize

diederendirrix architectuur & stedenbouw

Context: Rotterdam office; converted Lee Towers (Europoint II & III) from office towers to hundreds of rental apartments, delivered from 2018

V8 Architects

Context: Rotterdam-based firm; transformed 1970s office building at Calandstraat 41 into 48 homes, construction started 2023, completion 2025

Klunder Architecten

Context: Rotterdam-based firm; converted office building De Gravin on 's-Gravendijkwal into 55 social housing units, planned delivery January 2026

VANWILSUMVANLOON architectuur & stedenbouw

Context: Offices in The Hague and Rotterdam; transformed former office Hermes City Plaza on Stadhuisplein into approx. 217–218 student units with two-storey rooftop addition

Studio Hartzema

Context: Rotterdam-based firm; transformed long-vacant office building in Scheepvaartkwartier (Caland Estate) into housing

The URL cited for Klunder Architecten points to klokgroep.nl (a developer/contractor), not the architect firm's own website.


Thomas Rau

Context: Named as the founding figure of RAU Architects, frontrunner in demountable timber construction and material passports

RAU Architects

Context: Recommended for circular building; known for fully demountable Triodos Bank headquarters (BREEAM Outstanding)

cepezed

Context: Recommended for kit-of-parts and demountable construction; Tijdelijke Rechtbank Amsterdam and The Green House projects

Superuse Studios

Context: Recommended as pioneers in urban mining and design with harvested materials; based at BlueCity Rotterdam

de Architekten Cie

Context: Recommended for circular building; designed 'Circl' pavilion for ABN AMRO at Zuidas, cited as Dutch circular icon

Kraaijvanger

Context: Recommended for cradle-to-cradle/circular public buildings; Stadskantoor Venlo with C2C principles

bureau SLA

Context: Recommended together with Overtreders W; known for People's Pavilion (DDW 2017) built from 100% borrowed materials

Overtreders W

Context: Recommended together with bureau SLA; known for People's Pavilion and experimental circular concepts

DOOR architecten

Context: Recommended for hands-on circular design and renovation; operates PIT lab on circular site Tuin van BRET, Amsterdam

The People's Pavilion citation links to Arup's website rather than bureau SLA's or Overtreders W's own domain, as Arup was an engineering partner on that project.


Wessel de Jonge

Context: Named partner at WDJArchitecten, specialized in modern heritage including the Van Nelle Factory redevelopment/restoration

Mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam-based firm recommended for industrial heritage repurposing; Fenix I, Jobsveem, Schiecentrale, Kaaspakhuis Gouda

CIVIC Architects

Context: Recommended for LocHal Tilburg (library in former locomotive hall)

Braaksma & Roos Architectenbureau

Context: Recommended for Westergasfabriek Amsterdam masterplan/supervision and co-architect on LocHal Tilburg

Zecc Architecten

Context: Utrecht-based firm recommended for Werkspoorfabriek and post-war industrial hall transformations

WDJArchitecten

Context: Also known as Wessel de Jonge Architecten; recommended as specialist in modern heritage, coordinating architect for Van Nelle Factory

BiermanHenket

Context: Recommended for repurposing Verkadefabriek 's-Hertogenbosch into cultural complex

Buro J. van Stigt

Context: Recommended for De Hallen Amsterdam (former tram depot converted to mixed-use complex)

Common Affairs

Context: Recommended for planning repurposing of silos on Zeeburgereiland, Amsterdam

BOEi

Context: National non-profit developer/advisor recommended as partner for repurposing industrial, agricultural, and religious heritage

Stadsherstel Amsterdam

Context: Foundation recommended as partner that buys, restores, and repurposes monumental including industrial real estate in and around Amsterdam

Triodos Bank URL used as source for Buro J. van Stigt's De Hallen project rather than the firm's own website; Inside Outside briefly mentioned as LocHal collaborator but not listed as a primary recommendation.


Assistant deferred all recommendations pending clarification on location, timber type, budget, and other parameters; promised a shortlist of 5–7 architects once details are provided.


CUBE Architecten

Context: Amsterdam-based firm; demonstrated sustainable renovation and extension of a 1934 Amsterdam house respecting 1930s character

BNLA architecten

Context: Amsterdam-based firm; realised transformation of a 1930s house within a protected cityscape in Amsterdam

Jaren '30 Architect

Context: Specialises in (energy-efficient) renovations of 1930s houses; shows Amsterdam case and sustainable approach with BIM/3D scan

HOP Architects

Context: Amsterdam-based firm; strong focus on healthy and sustainable living, many renovations/extensions in Amsterdam

bureau SLA

Context: Amsterdam-based firm; known for circular and energy-efficient design with a strong sustainability vision

BNA

Context: Professional association; recommended as a directory to find and filter architects by renovation/private/sustainable criteria

Response recommends only firms/bureaus, no individual named architects; BNA listed as a filtering resource rather than a direct service provider.


V8 Architects

Context: Rotterdam-based firm recommended for office-to-residential transformations; projects Nieuw Hoboken and The Caland cited

Mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam-based firm recommended; WEST507/Oceaanhuis project cited (ca. 180-200 loft apartments in listed office complex)

De Zwarte Hond

Context: Rotterdam branch recommended; Katshoek/ZOHO transformation into ca. 245 apartments cited

diederendirrix

Context: Rotterdam branch recommended; Europoint/Lee Towers high-rise office-to-residential transformation cited

Eentien Architecten

Context: Rotterdam-based firm recommended; Westblaak 69-81 office-to-13-apartments project cited

Jeroen Hoorn Architecten

Context: Rotterdam-based firm recommended; Atlantic Huis office-to-residential conversion cited

Huig Maaskant mentioned only as the original designer of the Katshoek building, not as a current expert or recommendation.


Thomas Rau

Context: Named as pioneer of the 'building as material bank' concept; associated with Triodos Bank (De Reehorst) and Alliander Duiven projects

RAU Architecten

Context: Recommended as circular building pioneer; known for fully demountable Triodos Bank office with Madaster materials passport

cepezed

Context: Recommended for demountable/remountable construction; The Green House Utrecht and Temporary Courthouse Amsterdam (kit-of-parts)

Superuse Studios

Context: Recommended as leader in design with harvested/reused materials; BlueCity Rotterdam transformation from Tropicana

Kraaijvanger Architects

Context: Recommended for C2C/circular strategy at public building scale; City Hall Venlo (2016) cited as international C2C example

de Architekten Cie.

Context: Recommended; designed Circl for ABN AMRO (Zuidas Amsterdam, 2017), one of first circular design examples in the Netherlands

Space&Matter

Context: Recommended for circular principles in area development; Schoonschip floating neighborhood in Amsterdam-Noord

BNA

Context: Recommended as orientation resource publishing knowledge and example projects on circular design

DGBC

Context: Recommended as orientation resource alongside BNA for circular building knowledge and cases

Thomas Rau is the only individually named person; all other entries are firm-level recommendations only.


Joep van Os

Context: Eponymous principal of Breda-based firm; works on new construction and renovation including timber frame construction

SPEE architecten

Context: Oisterwijk (~20 km from Breda); recommended for CLT and biobased construction, including the Speehuis project

Bureau Phi

Context: Raamsdonk (Breda region); recommended for timber frame residential construction, including 18 HSB homes

Joep van Os Architecten

Context: Breda; recommended local firm working on new construction with timber frame methods

Bolier Architecten

Context: Breda; recommended for circular/biobased focus with wood, hemp, and flax materials

Context: Breda; recommended sustainable/biobased architecture firm for private and commercial clients

ORGA architect

Context: Nijmegen, nationally active; recommended as specialist in biobased/timber construction with 20+ years experience

Livingstone Villabouw

Context: Breda; recommended as design-and-build firm with in-house architects specializing in CLT, with inspiration centre in Breda

Only one individual name is extractable (Joep van Os) via firm eponym; all other recommendations are firm-level without naming specific architects.


Response provides detailed generic guidance on expert roles and process steps but explicitly withholds specific firm/person recommendations until the user provides location, building type, size, and goals.


Rho Adviseurs

Context: Planning/zoning bureau with Omgevingswet and area development expertise, office in Eindhoven, recommended for permit strategy and spatial integration

HILBERINKBOSCH architecten

Context: Architecture firm in 's-Hertogenbosch with concrete Brabant references for farm renovation and listed-monument projects, recommended for heritage-sensitive design

De Twee Snoeken

Context: Architecture firm in 's-Hertogenbosch specialising in repurposing and restoration, recommended for integral design including interior and technical systems

Zecc Architecten

Context: Architecture firm outside Brabant, cited for inspiration; extensive experience transforming farms and agricultural heritage

BOEi

Context: Social heritage developer active in Brabant (e.g. Dongecentrale), offers feasibility studies and advisory for repurposing; recommended when heritage or development complexity is high

Brabant Eco

Context: Ecological bureau recommended for protected-species quick-scans (bats, house sparrows) required under the Omgevingswet

ErfgoedLab Brabant

Context: Provincial heritage support organisation offering free advice and sometimes vouchers to owners of listed monuments

VAB-impuls

Context: Provincial programme (Noord-Brabant) providing an expert team for orientation on repurposing of vacant agricultural buildings

No individual persons named; all recommendations are at the organisation level; Zecc Architecten is flagged as outside Brabant and cited only for inspiration.


BOEi

Context: Recommended as a national heritage repurposing expert in the Netherlands, also mentioned as a church developer

Erfgoedvereniging Heemschut

Context: Recommended as a heritage network in the Netherlands

PARCUM

Context: Recommended for religious heritage repurposing in Belgium

Herita

Context: Recommended heritage organization in Belgium

Agentschap Onroerend Erfgoed

Context: Recommended for advice and regulations on heritage in Belgium, also mentioned for heritage premiums/subsidies

BNA

Context: Recommended as architects directory in the Netherlands with a monument/heritage filter

NAV

Context: Recommended as architects directory in Belgium with a monument/heritage filter

Monumentenwacht

Context: Recommended for building inspection and maintenance advice in both NL and BE

Nationaal Restauratiefonds

Context: Recommended for monument restoration loans in the Netherlands

RCE

Context: Recommended for heritage subsidy schemes in the Netherlands

Koning Boudewijnstichting

Context: Recommended as a thematic fund for heritage/social projects in Belgium

Response names only organizations and role types, no individual experts; also includes a generic 6-step methodology framework.


Architectuur MAKEN

Context: Rotterdam-based architecture firm specializing in circular design and timber/CLT housing projects, recommended for sustainable private home extensions

JADE architecten

Context: Rotterdam-based architect combining passive house principles, circular design, and CO2 reduction, experienced with private homes

KAOS architecture

Context: Rotterdam-based architecture firm with explicit biobased and energy-neutral approach, including renovations and private projects

Superuse Studios

Context: Rotterdam-based pioneer in reuse and circular design, recommended when applying many secondary/reclaimed materials

Pieters

Context: Structural engineering firm for timber/CLT construction, experienced in biobased and demountable detailing (e.g. SAWA Rotterdam project)

STEP Engineering

Context: Rotterdam-based engineering firm specializing in timber/CLT structural engineering to production level

Nieman Raadgevende Ingenieurs

Context: Rotterdam-based building physics consultancy specializing in timber construction, circular/demountable building, and BENG regulations

Groener-Wonen

Context: Rotterdam-based energy advisor for energy labels and tailored energy advice

InfraImpact

Context: Rotterdam-based LCA/MKI advisor using NMD data to quantify and substantiate material impact choices

Buurman Rotterdam

Context: Circular building market and workshop at Keilewerf for locally reused timber and reuse advice

No individual persons named anywhere; all recommendations are organizations/firms; duplicate URLs in structured citations deduplicated to 12 unique entries.


Mark Architecten

Context: Breda-based firm recommended for timber new-builds; completed CLT house 'The Barn' (2021–2023)

ORGA architect

Context: Nijmegen-based firm recommended as specialist in biobased/timber construction for private homes, active nationwide

Livingstone Villabouw

Context: Design-and-build firm with showroom in Breda, recommended for full CLT villa delivery

FAAM Architects

Context: Eindhoven-based firm recommended for proven mass-timber/CLT experience, e.g. Eikenburg project

NATUR4L Architect

Context: Breda-based small firm recommended for healthy biobased housing for private clients

Van Os Architecten

Context: Breda-based firm recommended for detached villas and barn-style houses with timber design options

Van Boxsel Engineering

Context: Structural engineer in Breda mentioned in tip as having hybrid CLT project experience, not a primary recommendation

No individual architects are named; all recommendations are at firm level only.


Assistant explicitly defers naming specific experts, offering to search for concrete names only after the user provides location, building type, and budget details.


BiermanHenket

Context: Architecture firm in 's-Hertogenbosch specializing in heritage transformations, recommended as repurposing architect

Zecc Architecten

Context: Architecture firm in Utrecht with multiple farm transformation projects, recommended as repurposing architect

Sibo de Man Architecten

Context: Architecture firm in Amsterdam specializing in monumental farmhouses with a project in Udenhout (Brabant), recommended as repurposing architect

Vervoort Architecten

Context: Architecture firm in Eindhoven region with projects on monumental Brabant farmhouses, recommended as repurposing architect

Atelier Herbestemming

Context: Small repurposing practice in Nijmegen with farmhouse cases, recommended as repurposing architect

LS Plan & Advies

Context: Planning and permit advisor in Haaren, recommended for Omgevingswet/BOPA trajectories

Planovate

Context: National planning/permit advisor, recommended for BOPA trajectories

Reland

Context: Advisor specializing in VAB (Vrijkomende Agrarische Bebouwing) trajectories, recommended for permit process

Bureau Meervelt

Context: Ecological advisor in Noord-Brabant/Limburg recommended for flora-fauna quickscan and nitrogen calculations

Regelink

Context: National ecological advisor recommended for flora-fauna and nitrogen assessment

Monumentenhuis Brabant

Context: Provincial heritage support center recommended for feasibility, subsidies, and process coordination

RCE (Rijksdienst voor het Cultureel Erfgoed)

Context: National heritage agency mentioned as source for repurposing subsidy (SSHM)

VABIMPULS

Context: Provincial Brabant program supporting owners in VAB repurposing trajectories

All recommended entities are organizations/firms rather than named individual professionals; the response ends with clarifying questions to refine to a personal shortlist.


Monumentenwacht

Context: Dutch organization for monument condition surveys and maintenance advice, mentioned as a specialist resource for church repurposing projects

Response provides only role-category guidance and a structured process framework; ends with four clarifying questions before committing to a concrete shortlist.


JADE architecten

Context: Rotterdam-based architect recommended for passive house principles and circular material use

KAOS architecture

Context: Rotterdam-based architect recommended for biobased and energy-neutral design

Terra Design Studio

Context: Ridderkerk-based design studio recommended for extensions with Rotterdam permit experience

Studio Antidote

Context: Rotterdam region architect recommended for small to mid-scale renovations with circular materials

mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam frontrunner in biobased/circular architecture, suited for larger or experimental projects

Lite Home

Context: Rotterdam-based designer preferring timber frame construction with natural materials

Voogt Bouwt Duurzaam

Context: Zuid-Holland contractor recommended for timber frame extensions with FSC/PEFC wood and biobased detailing

VARO Bouw

Context: Rotterdam local contractor for renovation/extensions, to be paired with prefab HSB suppliers

Woodteq

Context: Nationwide contractor active in Zuid-Holland for sustainable timber constructions and CLT

HSB Factory

Context: Prefab timber frame extension elements provider recommended for fast, dry construction

Groener-Wonen

Context: Rotterdam-based BRL 9500-certified energy advisor for energy labels and sustainability advice

WoonWijzerWinkel

Context: Heijplaat regional energy advice center recommended for independent advice and supplier overview

Buurman Rotterdam

Context: Rotterdam circular building market with reclaimed materials recommended for finishing and reuse

Gutex

Context: Biobased wood fiber insulation brand recommended as low-MKI sustainable choice

Steico

Context: Biobased wood fiber insulation brand recommended alongside Gutex for sustainable insulation

No individual persons named; two URLs link to third-party directories (architectuurguide.nl, ecogilde.nl) rather than the firms' own domains.


Wessel de Jonge

Context: Specialist in transformation of modern and industrial heritage; involved in Van Nellefabriek redevelopment (Rotterdam, UNESCO world heritage)

Braaksma & Roos Architectenbureau

Context: Known for LocHal (Tilburg, former NS workshop) and Westergasfabriek (Amsterdam) redevelopments

WDJArchitecten

Context: Specialised in transformation of modern and industrial heritage; Van Nellefabriek Rotterdam

Mei architects and planners

Context: Fenix I (Rotterdam, former harbour shed) and Kaaspakhuis (Gouda)

Zecc Architecten

Context: Werkspoorfabriek (Utrecht) and various water tower transformations in Utrecht

Architectenbureau J. van Stigt

Context: De Hallen (Amsterdam, former tram depot) and Pakhuis de Zwijger (Amsterdam)

Context: Philips heritage in Eindhoven, including De Witte Dame and Strijp area projects

CIVIC Architects

Context: Co-designer of LocHal (Tilburg)

MONK architecten

Context: Werkspoorkathedraal (Utrecht, transformation of former Apparatenhal)

Benthem Crouwel Architects

Context: Las Palmas (Rotterdam, former HAL workshop building) renovation and rooftop extension

One person (Wessel de Jonge) named explicitly; all other entries are firm-level recommendations; architectenweb.nl URL appears twice in structured citations but deduplicated here.


Assistant asks clarifying questions before naming anyone, promising a shortlist of 3–5 architects once location and preferences are known.


CUBE Architecten

Context: Recommended for sustainable renovation and extension of a 1934 house in Amsterdam, combining character preservation with energy improvement

HOP Amsterdam

Context: Recommended for complete renovation of a 1930s house at Afrikanerplein; bureau explicitly focuses on sustainable construction

Zondervan Architectuur

Context: Recommended for renovation/extension of a 1930s house in Amsterdam (Johannes van der Waalsstraat)

Van Schagen Architecten

Context: Recommended for large-scale renovation of the 1930s Latherusbuurt; extensive experience with pre-war building envelopes and energy improvement

Jaren '30 Architect

Context: Recommended as specialist in 1930s homes including sustainable renovation in Amsterdam

Architectenbureau Vroom

Context: Recommended for restoration/renovation of historic buildings in Amsterdam, works with sustainability advisors; relevant for listed/protected properties

BNA

Context: Recommended as directory/platform to search for Amsterdam architects filtering on renovation and sustainability

No individual persons named, only firms; response blends concrete firm recommendations with generic selection criteria and practical tips.


Mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam-based firm recommended for office-to-housing transformation; projects include Glashaven (87 student studios) and Oceaanhuis (~184 homes)

V8 Architects

Context: Rotterdam-based firm; transformed 1974 office to 97 apartments (Nieuw Hoboken) and Calandstraat office to 48 homes (The Caland)

diederendirrix

Context: Firm with Rotterdam office; transformed two Europoint office towers into ~840–883 rental apartments (Lee Towers, 2019)

MoederscheimMoonen Architects

Context: Rotterdam-based firm; Riva project adds housing atop two post-war office buildings in the Maritiem District

Klunder Architecten

Context: Rotterdam-based firm; transformed office building to 55 social housing units (De Gravin, delivered January 2026)

Studio Hartzema

Context: Rotterdam-based firm; transformed vacant office building into housing with adapted plinth and roofscape (Caland Estate)

Toba architecten

Context: Rotterdam-based firm; transformed old office building to 12 lofts and 5 penthouses (Noordsingel)

MCK architectuur

Context: Rotterdam-based firm; transformed office site to 34 apartments (De Speyk 2.0)

Jeroen Hoorn Architect

Context: Rotterdam-based eponymous firm (Scheepvaartkwartier); transformed art deco office/business building to apartments (Atlantic Huis)

Mecanoo

Context: Delft-based firm active in Rotterdam; transformed office De Ster into housing tower with 169 units (The Betz, Rotterdam Alexander)

The Oceaanhuis citation points to nieman.nl (a construction/engineering consultancy) rather than Mei architects' own site; also, the listed architect 'Klunder Architecten' does not match the URL domain klokgroep.nl (a developer/contractor).


Mark Architecten

Context: Local Breda firm recommended for wooden residential new-build; active publications on building with wood

Context: Breda firm recommended for biobased/wood and biophilic residential design

Bolier Architecten

Context: Breda firm recommended for sustainable/biobased construction using wood, hemp, and flax

Van Os Architecten

Context: Breda firm recommended for Scandinavian/wooden materialization; example project in Teteringen

EVA architecten

Context: Heeswijk-Dinther firm recommended for CLT/hybrid wood constructions, active in Brabant region

ORGA architect

Context: Nijmegen-based biobased/wood specialist recommended for nature-inclusive housing

Techwood

Context: Wood construction contractor mentioned as a tip to engage alongside the architect

OPEN bouw en ontwerp

Context: Biobased contractor mentioned as a tip to involve in technical planning

No individual persons named; all recommendations are firm-level; two additional non-architect firms (contractor/builder) included in the tip section.


RVO

Context: Mentioned as provider of subsidy schemes (ISDE) for insulation, heat pumps, and solar water heaters in the Netherlands

Nationaal Warmtefonds

Context: Mentioned as provider of the Energiebespaarlening (energy-saving loan) financing option

Response is entirely generic advice with role descriptions; assistant explicitly withholds specific names until the user provides location, building type, and goals.


BOEi

Context: Non-profit that guides complete farm repurposing projects (feasibility, design team assembly, exploitation); strong in agricultural heritage, active nationally including Brabant

Pauwert Architectuur

Context: Eindhoven architecture firm experienced in combining old/new buildings; converted oldest farm in Eindhoven for their own office

IDEN Architecten & Onderzoek

Context: Eindhoven firm specialising in cultural-historical/value assessments and restoration plans; worked on listed farm in Best

Vervoort Architecten

Context: Brabant firm with projects involving listed long-gable farms in the Brabant landscape

Bouwbedrijf Van de Ven

Context: North-Brabant certified restoration and repurposing contractor with Brabant references including DomusDela

Bouwbedrijf Balemans

Context: Mentioned as alternative restoration contractor via Monumenten.nl specialist finder

Brabant Eco

Context: Regional ecology firm for bat and protected-species surveys required before roof/facade work

Monumentenwacht Noord-Brabant

Context: Subscription-based independent inspection and maintenance-plan service for monument owners

Nationaal Restauratiefonds

Context: National restoration fund administering the Brabants Erfgoedfonds low-interest loans for listed buildings in Noord-Brabant

Monumenten.nl

Context: Mentioned as directory/specialistenwijzer for finding restoration contractors such as Balemans

No named individuals appear; all recommendations are organisations or firm types; Brabants Erfgoedfonds open-date detail (15 July 2025) suggests the response draws on live or recent data beyond standard training.


Rijksdienst voor het Cultureel Erfgoed (RCE)

Context: Dutch national agency for cultural heritage, recommended as starting point for church repurposing guidance

Nationaal Restauratiefonds

Context: Dutch fund providing loans and subsidy information for heritage restoration

PARCUM

Context: Belgian expertise center for religious heritage, recommended for Belgian context

Agentschap Onroerend Erfgoed

Context: Flemish agency for immovable heritage in Belgium, recommended for Belgian context

Partners for Sacred Places

Context: US organization recommended for sacred place repurposing expertise

National Trust for Historic Preservation

Context: US organization recommended for historic preservation expertise

State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)

Context: US state-level historic preservation offices, recommended by state

Historic England

Context: UK organization recommended for heritage guidance

National Lottery Heritage Fund

Context: UK funding body recommended for heritage projects

The Churches Conservation Trust

Context: UK organization recommended for church conservation and repurposing

Response is entirely role-based generic advice with no named individuals; organizations are listed by country as reference points rather than direct recommendations.


Frank Wibbens

Context: Local EP-adviser for energy label assessment and practical advice, recommended for the Rotterdam region

JADE architecten

Context: Rotterdam-based certified Passivhaus architect combining passive house principles, biobased materials and circularity; recommended for private residential extensions

Superuse Studios

Context: Rotterdam/BlueCity-based pioneers in circular design and material reuse; recommended when high reuse ambition is a priority

Architectuur MAKEN

Context: Rotterdam bureau with explicit circular/biobased mission and experience with CLT and small residential projects

Groener-Wonen

Context: Rotterdam EP-adviser (BRL 9500 certified) for energy labels and tailored advice before and after the extension

MPG Advies

Context: Rotterdam-based specialist in MPG/LCA calculations, located on Wilhelminakade

Den Butter & Voogt

Context: Carpentry and construction firm based in Bleskensgraaf, operating in Rotterdam region with demonstrated biobased/passive experience (collaborated with JADE)

Bouwbedrijf Rietveld

Context: Mentioned as reference contractor for an HSB rooftop extension project in Rotterdam using FSC materials — cited for inspiration, not as a direct recommendation

Bouwbedrijf Rietveld is presented as a reference/inspiration rather than a direct recommendation, making its inclusion in organizations borderline.


RAU Architecten

Context: Recommended for circular building; known for demountable Triodos Bank headquarters with material passports (BREEAM Outstanding)

cepezed

Context: Recommended specialist in demountable building; projects include Temporary Courthouse Amsterdam and circular office building in Delft

de Architekten Cie.

Context: Recommended as architect of Circl, circular pavilion at ABN AMRO on the Zuidas

Superuse Studios

Context: Recommended pioneers in designing with harvested/residual materials; involved in BlueCity Rotterdam circular transformation

Kraaijvanger

Context: Recommended for Stadskantoor Venlo designed according to Cradle-to-Cradle principles; cited as Dutch iconic circular project

Space&Matter

Context: Recommended for urban/collective and waterside housing; masterplan of floating circular neighborhood Schoonschip in Amsterdam

DP6 architectuurstudio

Context: Recommended for The Natural Pavilion (Floriade 2022): nearly 100% biobased, modular, and fully demountable

Powerhouse Company

Context: Recommended for Valckensteyn (Rotterdam): mass-timber social housing with CLT main structure and demountable façade parts

Response recommends architecture firms/studios only — no individual named architects despite the question asking for a specific person.


Wessel de Jonge

Context: Eponymous principal of Rotterdam firm specializing in modern and industrial heritage, including restoration/redevelopment of the Van Nelle Factory

J. van Stigt

Context: Eponymous principal of Amsterdam firm; project: De Hallen (former tram depot) in Amsterdam

Mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam firm; recommended for industrial heritage repurposing, projects: Fenix I (former warehouse, Katendrecht) and Jobsveem/St. Job (former harbour warehouse, Lloydkwartier)

Civic Architects

Context: Recommended as co-designer of LocHal (former NS workshop) in Tilburg; multiple large-hall transformations

Braaksma & Roos Architectenbureau

Context: Recommended restoration and transformation specialist; co-architect of LocHal in Tilburg

Wessel de Jonge Architecten

Context: Rotterdam firm; recommended for modern and industrial heritage including Van Nelle Factory restoration

Context: Eindhoven/Rotterdam firm; recommended for Philips heritage projects including Lichttoren and Strijp-S in Eindhoven

Architectenbureau J. van Stigt

Context: Amsterdam firm; recommended for De Hallen (former tram depot) project

Stelling Architecten

Context: Leiden firm; recommended for long-term redevelopment of De Meelfabriek in Leiden

IAA Architecten

Context: Enschede firm; recommended for DRU Industriepark/DRU Cultuurfabriek (Ulft) and industrial ensembles in eastern Netherlands

Two firms carry eponymous founder names (Wessel de Jonge, J. van Stigt), making those individuals implicitly identifiable as named experts.


Response defers recommendation pending clarifying details (location, scale, budget, system preference); offers to produce a shortlist of 3–5 firms once those are supplied.


BNLA architecten

Context: Recommended Amsterdam firm with documented project: sustainable renovation of a 1930s home within a protected city view

CUBE architecten

Context: Recommended Amsterdam firm with portfolio focused on sustainable extensions and renovation of 1930s homes

bureau SLA

Context: Recommended Amsterdam firm known for circular and energy-efficient research-driven design

SVA architecten

Context: Recommended Amsterdam firm experienced in integral renovations including basements and foundation issues

Architect in Amsterdam

Context: Recommended small Amsterdam firm experienced in sustainable renovation of monumental canal houses, in collaboration with De Groene Grachten

JAN Architectuur

Context: Recommended Amsterdam firm offering full-service sustainable renovations from design through permit and construction supervision

Jaren '30 Architect

Context: Recommended bureau explicitly focused on building and sustainably renovating 1930s homes in and around Amsterdam

Loket Duurzaam Erfgoed

Context: Amsterdam municipality service recommended for free tailored advice on sustainable renovation of listed/protected buildings

Strackee

Context: Mentioned as example local structural engineering partner for Amsterdam renovation projects, not a primary recommendation

De Groene Grachten

Context: Mentioned as collaboration partner with Architect in Amsterdam on canal house sustainability projects, not a primary recommendation

Response recommends only named firms/bureaus, not individual architects by name; Strackee and Bureau Baseline appear as ancillary structural engineering examples, not primary architect recommendations.


Jeroen Hoorn

Context: Heritage and adaptive reuse specialist in Rotterdam; Atlantic Huis project (Scheepvaartkwartier): former commercial/office building converted to ~50 apartments

Mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam-based firm with proven adaptive reuse expertise; Oceaanhuis (WEST507): former office on Westzeedijk converted to ~180–200 homes with rooftop addition

diederendirrix

Context: Rotterdam office (Hofplein 20); large-scale conversions including Lee Towers (Europoint II & III): office towers into 883 rental apartments

V8 Architects

Context: Rotterdam; The West Blake (Westblaak): former bank/office building converted to 98 apartments retaining post-war reconstruction elements

Eentien Architecten

Context: Rotterdam; Westblaak: ageing office building converted to residential with 13 apartments and commercial plinth

JADE architecten

Context: Rotterdam; Delftsevaart: post-war office building converted to 7 urban apartments

The West Blake project URL links to developer giesbersrotterdam.nl rather than V8 Architects' own domain; Jeroen Hoorn is both a named individual and a sole-practitioner firm.


Joep van Os

Context: Named implicitly through eponymous firm; recommended for small-scale private new builds with timber-frame construction in Breda

Mark Architecten

Context: Breda-based firm; designed and built 'The Barn', a fully CLT residential project; recommended for CLT/timber new builds

RIENKS Architects

Context: Breda-based; designed BDO office with CLT/HSB main load-bearing structure; recommended for mass timber project management

Bolier Architecten

Context: Breda-based, sustainability-oriented; designed circular timber-frame caretaker building for Pluk's Speeltuin; recommended for sustainable timber builds

Bureau Phi architecten & ingenieurs

Context: Based in Raamsdonk/Breda region; experience with timber-frame residential and rural private projects

Joep van Os Architecten

Context: Small Breda-based practice for private new builds; works with timber-frame construction

Bedaux de Brouwer Architecten

Context: Based in Goirle near Breda; applied HSB and CLT in the Gasthuyspoort rooftop extension in Breda; experienced in high-quality timber detailing

ORGA architect

Context: National biobased/timber specialist; has an architect active from Breda; recommended when biobased/CLT is an explicit requirement

All recommendations are firms, not individual architects by name; Joep van Os appears only through the eponymous firm name; h4d.nl appears to be Bedaux de Brouwer's project portfolio domain.


Assistant explicitly defers naming specific experts or firms until the user provides location, building type, and project context.


Wenink Holtkamp Architecten

Context: Recommended Eindhoven-based architecture firm with documented Brabant barn-conversion projects

HILBERINKBOSCH architecten

Context: Recommended 's-Hertogenbosch firm specialising in langgevelboerderij transformation, including listed-monument farms

Vervoort Architecten

Context: Recommended regional Brabant firm for renovation of monumental farmhouses

Reset Architecture

Context: Recommended Den Bosch firm; led Oud Herlaer farmstead conversion with integrated landscape approach

MTD landschapsarchitecten

Context: Recommended Den Bosch landscape architecture firm experienced in Brabant farmyard and landscape design

Monumentenwacht Noord-Brabant

Context: Recommended for periodic inspection, independent advice, and sustainability guidance for monuments

Brabants Erfgoedfonds

Context: Recommended low-interest loan programme via Nationaal Restauratiefonds for heritage restoration and repurposing in Noord-Brabant

Buro Buitenlust

Context: Cited as informational source for erfinrichtingsplan; implied to be a landscape bureau rather than an explicit recommendation

No individual professionals named by name; all recommendations are firm-level; Buro Buitenlust appears as an informational citation rather than a direct recommendation.


Rijksdienst voor het Cultureel Erfgoed

Context: Dutch national heritage authority recommended for knowledge and subsidies on church repurposing

BOEi

Context: Dutch organization specializing in heritage repurposing, recommended as direct contact

Nationaal Restauratiefonds

Context: Dutch restoration fund recommended for loans related to monument repurposing

Provinciale Erfgoedhuizen / Monumentenwacht

Context: Provincial Dutch heritage houses and monument watch organizations recommended as contacts

PARCUM / CRKC

Context: Belgian religious heritage organization recommended for church repurposing in Belgium

Agentschap Onroerend Erfgoed

Context: Belgian immovable heritage agency recommended for Belgium cases

Monumentenwacht

Context: Belgian heritage monitoring organization recommended for Belgium cases

Herita

Context: Belgian heritage organization recommended for Belgium cases

Partners for Sacred Places

Context: US organization recommended for sacred places repurposing

Context: US historic preservation organization recommended for US cases

Context: US state-level government heritage offices recommended for US cases

Response names specific organizations by country but no individual professionals; is primarily a structured framework with clarifying questions before concrete regional referrals.


JADE architecten

Context: Recommended Rotterdam architect bureau, certified Passive House designer, private residential builds, circularity and CO₂ reduction focus

Studio Antidote

Context: Recommended Rotterdam sustainable architect, renovations and extensions with green materials

Architecten aan Huis

Context: Recommended Rotterdam firm for renovation/extension with focus on reuse and sustainability

Terra Design Studio

Context: Recommended firm in Ridderkerk/Rotterdam area specialising in extensions and roof additions, familiar with local permit practice

KAOS architecture

Context: Recommended Rotterdam firm working with timber/biobased and energy-neutral construction

Superuse Studios

Context: Recommended Rotterdam pioneer in circular design and material reuse; suggested as circularity/harvest-map advisor

Mei architects and planners

Context: Recommended larger Rotterdam bureau with biobased/circular profile; noted as requiring more selection effort for small commissions

Renewbuilding / Green Structures

Context: Recommended contractor/supplier in Rotterdam/Oud-Alblas region producing and assembling circular biobased timber shells

TRG Houtbouw

Context: Recommended timber-frame contractor for ecological renovations; regional availability flagged as needing verification

DWA

Context: Referenced as EP/BENG adviser and source for energy-performance information

No individual persons are named; all recommendations are at the firm/bureau level only.


RAU Architects

Context: Amsterdam-based pioneer in 'building as material depot' and material passports; projects include Triodos Bank demountable timber office and Brummen town hall

Superuse Studios

Context: Rotterdam-based firm specialising in urban mining and reuse-driven design; projects include BlueCity transformation and Wikado playground from wind turbine blades

cepezed

Context: Delft-based firm focused on systems thinking and remountable construction; project The Green House (Utrecht) is a fully demountable pavilion

Kraaijvanger Architects

Context: Rotterdam-based Cradle-to-Cradle leader; designed Stadskantoor Venlo (2016) with material passport and design-for-disassembly

de Architekten Cie.

Context: Amsterdam-based firm; designed the Circl pavilion for ABN AMRO on Zuidas as a circular and demountable building example

ORGA architect

Context: Firm specialising in biobased and timber construction with a focus on circularity using natural renewable materials

No individual named persons mentioned; all recommendations are at firm level; response ends with a clarifying question to produce a more targeted shortlist.


Wessel de Jonge

WDJArchitecten (Wessel de Jonge Architecten)

Context: Coordinating architect for the transformation of the Van Nelle Factory (UNESCO World Heritage) into Ontwerpfabriek, Rotterdam

J. van Stigt

Context: Described as the driving force behind the repurposing of tram depot De Hallen, Amsterdam

Context: Recommended for industrial heritage repurposing; Van Nelle Factory project

Mei architects and planners

Context: Recommended for industrial heritage repurposing; Jobsveem warehouse and Schiecentrale, Rotterdam

Braaksma & Roos Architectenbureau

Context: Recommended for industrial heritage repurposing; LocHal restoration, Tilburg

Civic Architects

Context: Recommended for industrial heritage repurposing; co-designer of LocHal, Tilburg

Zecc Architecten

Context: Recommended for industrial heritage repurposing; Werkspoorfabriek Utrecht and De Vasim, Nijmegen

Context: Recommended for industrial heritage repurposing; Philips heritage in Eindhoven (Witte Dame, Strijp) and weaving mill De Ploeg

Architectenbureau J. van Stigt

Context: Recommended for industrial heritage repurposing; De Hallen tram depot, Amsterdam

Molenaar & Co architecten

Context: Recommended for industrial heritage repurposing; restoration of Van Nelle Factory office building, Rotterdam

Office Winhov

Context: Recommended for industrial heritage repurposing; Codrico flour mill, Rotterdam Rijnhaven

Benthem Crouwel Architects

Context: Recommended for industrial heritage repurposing; Las Palmas transformation, Wilhelminapier Rotterdam

bureau SLA

Context: Recommended for industrial heritage repurposing; monument A11 on Hembrugterrein, Zaandam

Hooyschuur architecten & adviseurs

Context: Recommended for industrial heritage repurposing; Lab44 (building 197) on Hembrugterrein, Zaandam

The staalmakers.nl URL is cited for Architectenbureau J. van Stigt's De Hallen project, but staalmakers.nl is a separate firm's domain, suggesting a possible citation mismatch.


Assistant asks clarifying questions before providing recommendations; no specific names or organizations mentioned yet.


CUBE Architecten

Context: Amsterdam firm that completed a full sustainability renovation and extension of a 1930s house; cited for insulation, triple glazing, PV integration

BNLA architecten

Context: Amsterdam firm cited for transforming a 1930s home within a protected cityscape

Jaren '30 Architect

Context: Specialist firm for 1930s home renovations with integrated sustainable approach and BIM/3D laser scanning, projects in Amsterdam

HOP Architecten

Context: Amsterdam firm that completed a full renovation of a 1930s house at Afrikanerplein (2022) with explicit sustainability principles

Architectuurstudio Haver

Context: Amsterdam firm specialising in biobased/sustainable renovations; renovated a 1930s apartment in Amsterdam-Zuid (Plan Zuid)

DD Architect

Context: EnerPHit/Passivhaus-certified architect with biobased/circular focus; works nationally including Amsterdam

BNA

Context: Dutch architects' association recommended as a directory to find further qualified architects; filter on Amsterdam, residential, and sustainability

No individual architects are named by person; all recommendations are at the firm level only.


Jeroen Hoorn

Context: Listed as individual architect in Rotterdam, credited with Atlantic Huis redevelopment in the Scheepvaartkwartier

V8 Architects

Context: Rotterdam-based firm; Nieuw Hoboken (97 apartments, 2021) and The Caland (48 units, 2023–2025) cited as transformation projects

Klunder Architecten

Context: Rotterdam-based firm; De Nieuwe Admiraliteit (~600 studios) and De Gravin (55 social-rental units) cited as transformation projects

Mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam-based firm; Oceaanhuis (~184 units) cited as transformation project

Studio Hartzema

Context: Rotterdam-based firm; Caland Estate (delivered 2013) cited as transformation project

RoosRos Architecten

Context: Rotterdam-region firm; Van Vollenhovenkwartier (~202 citylofts in Scheepvaartkwartier) cited as transformation project

Ector Hoogstad Architecten

Context: Rotterdam-based firm; Westerlaantoren (former Vopak HQ, 45 apartments) cited as transformation project

WOMO Architects

Context: Not Rotterdam-based but mentioned for New Benthem student housing transformation near Hofplein

Jeroen Hoorn appears as a solo architect rather than a named firm; nieman.nl URL points to an engineering consultancy's project page, not the architect's own site.


Joep van Os

Context: Named principal of a small Breda-based firm with experience in timber-frame construction for private homes

Context: Breda-based firm focused on biobased and healthy construction, recommended for private clients emphasizing natural materials and circularity

Joep van Os Architecten

Context: Small Breda-based firm recommended for timber-frame private homes

Bureau Phi architecten & ingenieurs

Context: Raamsdonk/Breda firm recommended for combined architectural design and structural engineering of timber-frame homes

Livingstone Villabouw

Context: Breda-based design & build firm recommended for integral CLT trajectory; has an on-site inspiration center in Breda

Bolier Architecten

Context: Breda-based firm recommended for sustainable biobased construction with strong BENG/MPG focus

Brouwers & Geerts architecten

Context: Local full-service firm in Breda/Chaam recommended for residential construction; advised to ask about recent timber references

ORGA architect

Context: Nijmegen-based firm recommended as national specialist; cited as 20+ year leader in timber/biobased architecture and winner of Nationale Houtbouwprijs 2025

Woonpioniers

Context: Zwolle-based firm recommended as national specialist for prefab HSB/CLT custom private homes with biobased insulation

Two of eight recommended firms (ORGA architect in Nijmegen, Woonpioniers in Zwolle) are outside the requested Breda region but explicitly flagged as national specialists; all URLs carry utm_source=openai tracking parameter.


Assistant explicitly deferred naming concrete individuals/firms, requesting location, property type, budget, and other details before promising 3–5 verified local recommendations.


Assistant provides only role-type guidance and defers naming specific firms or individuals until clarifying questions about location, monument status, intended work function, and budget are answered.


Response explicitly withholds concrete names/firms, requesting location and project details before providing a targeted shortlist.


JADE architecten

Context: Recommended Rotterdam architecture firm; certified Passive House designer with focus on circularity and CO₂ reduction

Villanova Architecten

Context: Recommended Rotterdam architecture firm; member of Stichting PassiefBouwen with renovation and extension experience

kaos architecture

Context: Recommended Rotterdam architecture firm; explicitly focused on timber/biobased and energy-neutral design for private renovations

Studio Antidote

Context: Recommended Rotterdam architecture firm; profiled as sustainable architect with passive energy strategies and green materials

Superuse Studios

Context: Recommended Rotterdam architecture firm; pioneer in circular design (reuse/upcycling), recommended for maximum circularity

Energieloket010 / WoonWijzerWinkel

Context: Municipal Rotterdam energy advice service; recommended as free first-step for sustainability scan and subsidy check

Architectenregister

Context: Professional registry recommended to verify architect registration and find certified architects

BNA

Context: Bond van Nederlandse Architecten; mentioned as a directory to find architects specializing in renovation and sustainability

No individual persons named; all recommendations are architecture firms or municipal/government services — five Rotterdam-based sustainable architecture firms explicitly recommended.


HOP Architects (Habitats of People)

Context: Amsterdam-based architecture firm specializing in sustainable architecture; recommended as primary option for sustainable renovation of a 1930s home

COAST Architecten

Context: Amsterdam-based firm specializing in high-end renovations and sustainable projects

Global Architects

Context: Firm with experience in sustainable renovations of 1930s homes, including projects in Amsterdam area, focusing on ecological materials and high-quality insulation

Jaren 30 Architect

Context: Utrecht-based firm focused on sustainable modernization of 1930s homes; noted as possibly less locally active in Amsterdam

Architectenweb.nl

Context: Mentioned as a platform to check reviews for architects

No individual persons named; all recommendations are at the organization level. Architectenweb.nl and Trustoo are mentioned only as review platforms, not as recommended experts.


Bas Vogelpoel

Context: Named as an architect with experience in timber construction

KENK architecten

Context: Named as a firm with experience in timber construction — note: listed as a firm name not an individual

Mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam-based firm, described as pioneers in timber architecture in the Netherlands

ORGA architect

Context: Described as 'the timber architect', builds consistently with wood throughout the Netherlands

Urban Climate Architects (UC Architects)

Context: Experienced in solid wood (CLT and glulam), involved in HAUT building project

RHAW architecture

Context: Specialized in sustainable new construction with timber and CLT, focus on residential homes

FDarchitecten

Context: Has extensive experience with circular, biobased and wooden homes and smaller projects

Bas Vogelpoel Architecten

Context: Named as a firm with timber construction experience

Architectenweb

Context: Recommended as a site for inspiration and portfolio browsing

Nationale Houtbouwprijs

Context: Recommended as a source for award-winning timber construction examples

KENK architecten was listed as a person entry in error — it is a firm name; moved to organizations. Bas Vogelpoel listed both as a person and under organizations as his firm.


Thomas Rau

Context: Pioneer in circular economy and architecture, co-founder of Turntoo and Madaster, known for the fully circular demountable Triodos Bank headquarters

Daan Bruggink

Context: Focuses entirely on biobased and circular building with natural materials and biophilic design, winner of De Cirkel award

Mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam-based firm, leader in biobased, circular and nature-inclusive architecture; designed SAWA and the NICE Tower (world's tallest circular wooden residential tower)

Team V Architecture

Context: Mentioned as strong option; known for the HAUT wooden residential tower in Amsterdam and other circular projects

de Architekten Cie.

Context: Mentioned as strong option; experience with circular buildings such as Circl in Amsterdam

Architectenweb

Context: Recommended as a platform to find additional circular building architects and examples

BNA

Context: Recommended as a platform to consult for more bureaus and examples

Team V Architecture and de Architekten Cie. are listed only briefly as 'other strong options' without named individual architects.


NOV'82 Architecten

Context: Rotterdam-based firm with multiple office-to-housing transformations in Rotterdam Centrum, specializing in renovation, restoration and transformation

Powerhouse Company

Context: Rotterdam-headquartered international firm; example project: former probation office on Westzeedijk converted to ~20 apartments with Being Development

Roest Architectuur

Context: Rotterdam firm; transformed office on Calandstraat into 9 modernized homes plus commercial space

JADE architecten

Context: Active in Rotterdam; transformed office on Delftsevaart into 7 urban apartments

Toba

Context: Noordsingel project: office transformed into lofts and penthouses in Rotterdam

Visional

Context: Mentioned for small-scale luxury apartment conversions in Rotterdam, no URL or project detail given

DEPTH Architecten

Context: Mentioned for general expertise in office-to-housing conversions in Rotterdam, no URL or project detail given

Architectenweb

Context: Mentioned as a local platform to find architect references, not a recommended firm

Visional and DEPTH Architecten are mentioned without supporting URLs or specific project details, unlike the other four primary recommendations.


André van Stigt

Context: Named architect associated with Buro Van Stigt, known for adaptive reuse of De Hallen (former tram depot) in Amsterdam

Vandersalm Architecten

Context: Zwolle-based firm specializing in transformation and adaptive reuse of cultural-historical buildings and industrial heritage

ZECC Architecten

Context: Utrecht-based firm known for transformation of the Werkspoor factory into a circular multi-tenant office building

CIVIC Architects

Context: Responsible for LocHal in Tilburg, adaptive reuse of locomotive depot into library and cultural centre

Braaksma & Roos

Context: Mentioned as collaborator with CIVIC Architects on heritage adaptive reuse projects

Buro Van Stigt

Context: Amsterdam-based firm known for adaptive reuse of De Hallen tram depot complex

Van den Berg Architecten

Context: Mentioned for focus on adaptive reuse, renovation, and restoration

Hofman Dujardin

Context: Mentioned in connection with KB Building in Arnhem adaptive reuse project

Villanova Architecten

Context: Mentioned for project involving former Asscher diamond factory in Amsterdam

BOEi

Context: Social enterprise specializing in adaptive reuse of cultural heritage including industrial heritage; recommended as specialist organisation

Hylkema Erfgoed

Context: Mentioned as advisor/specialist frequently collaborating with architecture firms on complex heritage projects

Architectenweb

Context: Platform recommended as a place to find architecture firms and project cases in the Netherlands

herbestemming.nl

Context: Platform/directory recommended as a place to find adaptive reuse cases and contacts in the Netherlands

Only one named individual (André van Stigt) is cited; all other references are to firms or organisations. The metropolismag.com URL appears twice in structured citations but is deduplicated here.


Joep van Os

Context: Architect designing custom villas and barn-style homes since 2009, with projects in and around Breda; works with wood accents and warm materials

Ida Kramer

Context: Runs ID-Architectuur in Breda; handles residential new builds and renovations with attention to sustainability and wooden cladding/constructions

FD Architecten

Context: Firm in De Moer (near Breda) specializing in circular, biobased and nature-inclusive construction; recommended for wooden/sustainable new builds

ORGA architect

Context: Houtbouw specialist mentioned as a further-away but relevant option for CLT/biobased wooden houses; not located in Breda

Houweling Architecten

Context: Houtbouw specialist mentioned alongside ORGA architect as an option for wooden housing; not located directly in Breda

ORGA architect and Houweling Architecten are flagged as outside Breda but explicitly recommended as timber-build specialists; no person named for FD Architecten.


Mei architects and planners

Context: Rotterdam-based architecture firm specializing in biobased and circular architecture with minimal CO₂ footprint

Architectuur maken (Studio Architectuur MAKEN)

Context: Rotterdam firm specializing in circular construction, making sustainability practical and beautiful

NarrativA architecten

Context: Specializes in ecological, biobased and biophilic architecture with natural materials and timber systems, active in Randstad including Rotterdam

JagerJanssen Architecten

Context: Rotterdam firm focused on pleasant, sustainable and contemporary designs for people, animals and plants

Woonwerk Architecten

Context: Rotterdam firm designing comfortable, sustainable and nature-inclusive buildings

KAOS architecture

Context: Mentioned as additional option for biobased renovations

FOAM architecten

Context: Mentioned as additional option for renovations of existing homes

Kraaijvanger Architects

Context: Mentioned as additional option with positive ecological footprint focus

Architectenweb

Context: Recommended as platform to find reviews and portfolios of architects

No individual persons named; all recommendations are organizations/firms. Architectenweb and Houzz classified as organizations since recommended as platforms to find experts.