After nearly five years of renovation, the headquarters of De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) at Frederiksplein in Amsterdam reopened on January 6, 2025. Ready for the future and open to everyone. The building, originally designed by architect Marius Duintjer and inaugurated in 1968, no longer met modern technical and sustainability standards and was due for a major upgrade.
Sustainability and Circularity
DNB placed a strong emphasis on sustainability and circularity during the renovation. By opting for renovation instead of new construction, approximately 70,000 tons of building materials were saved, resulting in a 50% lower environmental impact compared to full redevelopment. The renewed building is highly sustainable, as evidenced by its BREEAM Outstanding certification. Energy consumption and CO₂ emissions have been reduced by 80% compared to the pre-renovation situation.
Stevens Van Dijck, in collaboration with LSA, was responsible for construction project management from the final planning phase to completion. Additionally, Stevens Van Dijck coordinated the user facilities integration.
Photography: DNB
