In the heart of 's-Hertogenbosch a former office and workshop was completely renovated and converted into a loft. Because the building is 20 meters deep and really only has light at the front and rear, access of daylight has been an important theme. The explicit wish of the client was to be able to enjoy the property as one large space. Various voids/vides were introduced that allow daylight to penetrate deep into the home.

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Architects: EVA architecten

Location: The Netherlands, s-Hertogenbosch

Area: 200.0 sqm

Project Year: 2015

Photographs: Sebastian van Damme

Contractor: Bouwcomfort Schijndel
Structural Engineer: Martijn Bettonvil

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From the architect. In the heart of 's-Hertogenbosch a former office and workshop was completely renovated and converted into a loft. Because the building is 20 meters deep and really only has light at the front and rear, access of daylight has been an important theme. The explicit wish of the client was to be able to enjoy the property as one large space. Various voids/vides were introduced that allow daylight to penetrate deep into the home.

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Floor Plan

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The voids provide glimpses between the various resident...