Benoordenhout
Residence
Renovation
The Hague, Netherlands
The building block
Previous situation
A Modern Transformation
of a Mid-Century Dutch Dwelling
This Garden dwelling belongs to a distinguished 1956 Dutch housing complex in the Benoordenhout neighbourhood of The Hague, featuring three-story brick buildings designed to maximize natural light and simplicity. This elegant ground-floor corner apartment includes 120 m² of living space and private front and rear gardens accessible from multiple rooms.
Refined Renovation Proposal
This renovation harmonizes classic Dutch architecture with contemporary design principles, transforming the residence into an interconnected, highly adaptable living space:
Integrated Open Kitchen and Dining Concept: The previously closed kitchen will be seamlessly connected to the dining and living areas, creating a spacious open-concept layout that enhances the sense of flow, natural light, and usability.
Enhanced Central Fireplace Area: A central wood-burning stove, often an underused feature in deep Dutch homes, becomes a focal point within the redesigned dining area. This thoughtfully reimagined space now forms a welcoming, connected hub, linking the kitchen, living room, and garden views.
Sophisticated Living Room Extension: An adaptable extension to the living room, framed with elegant French doors and a new front window, adds a light-filled, multifunctional space. Perfect as a study or additional lounge, it enhances the residence’s flexibility and refinement.
Garage Transformation into a Luxurious Tiny House: The standalone garage will be converted into a chic, self-contained tiny house, ideal as a private office or guest suite. Linked to the main residence through a new garden pathway, this space provides a retreat for work or leisure within easy reach.
Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Connection: A new garden door from the dining area ensures an effortless connection between indoor spaces and the gardens, extending to the converted tiny house.
This MVAA-led transformation artfully combines mid-century character with modern versatility, resulting in a residence that exudes both elegance and practicality for today’s sophisticated lifestyle
