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New Amsterdam Museum in Holland
11 Feb 2021
New Amsterdam Museum
Design: Neutelings Riedijk Architects
Location: Amsterdam, North-Holland, The Netherlands
Neutelings Riedijk Architects is proud to reveal the plans for the New Amsterdam Museum. Commissioned by the Amsterdam Museum and the City of Amsterdam, this meticulous design will turn the former cloister and orphanage in the heart of the historic center into a future-proof and relevant museum for the city.

The story of Amsterdam in one building

The historic building complex has grown and changed over the centuries. It tells the stories of Amsterdam, apparent in features such as the gates and courtyards, and the facades designed by Jacob van Campen, all of which will be retained in the new design. This former ?Burgerweeshuis? (city orphanage) is the ideal location for the museum, but was never built as a museum. Its limitations prevent visitors from appreciating it to the full. A major renovation is necessary. The new museum will be more recognizable and accessible to all visitors. The ground floor facing the courtyards and the Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal will accommodate public areas and the many shuttered windows will be opened again. The museum will enliven the courtyards and street and present a more inviting face to the city.

Reinforcing the historical structure of the houses and courtyards

The design is based on a thoro...