Resting in Vondelpark

Why Architects Can't Help Falling in Love with Amsterdam

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January 18th 2016
My first trip to Amsterdam has made it clear to me, why it’s the first place that comes to mind when someone mentions Netherlands. This is one of those places where it's impossible to not get overwhelmed, especially for us architects. Because of Renaissance architecture, numerous canals, modern and contemporary architecture and bike frie ... read more

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The Kingdom of the Netherlands was formed in 1815. In 1830 Belgium seceded and formed a separate kingdom. The Netherlands remained neutral in World War I, but suffered invasion and occupation by Germany in World War II. A modern, industrialized natio... ... read more