In her home in Amsterdam Oud-Zuid, Marian Cramer developed a gallery practice that deviates from the classical model. Here, working and living are not separate domains, but together form the framework within which art is displayed, discussed, and followed. The proximity of the home changes the way we look at art: less formally, more personally, and with room for time. For Marian, it's all about taking time, looking, and guiding artists over the long term. Read more here
Aernoud Bourdrez operates in a world where art and law constantly intersect. As a lawyer, he represents artists, but as a collector, he allows himself to be shaped by them. His office is a studio full of stories, his practice a search for unexpected solutions. In this portrait, he explains how art sharpens his gaze and gives conflicts new directions. And why an X-ray from Jackass is more than just a curiosity to him.
Ten years of Shortlist Amsterdam: an anniversary with simple recipes for success. Amsterdam has matured as a food city, and Shortlist Amsterdam has grown with it over the past ten years. Sisters Famke and Floor van Praag are celebrating the anniversary of their cookbook series about great restaurants with a brand-new edition full of simple recipes for success. Classics with character, recipes that any home cook can make, and restaurants that guard the soul of the city. Read more here.
Light is never just light. For Dimitri Saddi, founder of PSLab, it is a language with which you tell stories. From their studios in Amsterdam, Antwerp, Paris, London, Bologna, Berlin, and their home base in Beirut, the team works on lighting plans that do not start with a lamp, but with people. "Everyone has their own relationship with light," says Dimitri. "It touches on habits, memories, and emotions." In this edition of The Edit, Dimitri, Taco (Amsterdam), and An (Antwerp) delve deeper into their way of working: how dialogue, technique, and reflection come together in a lighting plan that is never generic, but always a Immediately translation of someone's life. Be inspired
Meet the entrepreneur, in this series interior designer Anita Fraser. Anita has a passion for architecture, design and creating spaces that envelop its inhabitants with positive energy. In her work, she is constantly looking for the right balance between form, function and materiality. After a career as a process lawyer, she studied interior design at the University of Arts London. She now collaborates with other designers, architects and Project developers to refine both living and working spaces. Read and view more here
Meet the entrepreneur, in this series Maud Moody. Toscanini has been a household name in Amsterdam for forty years. Not only because of the tasteful, homely Italian cuisine, but also because of the people behind the business. Maud Moody, one of the founders, tells how it all started – and how a holiday in Rome led to one of the city's most beloved restaurants. Read the whole story
Looking inside, a stately mansion gets a new soul. Vivian Hartog, brand strategist and designer of Griffe Studio, was involved from the start in the transformation of Birkenstock's Benelux headquarters on Sarphatistraat. What was once a classic mansion is now a place where history and contemporary design meet - with great attention to detail, materials and atmosphere. Read and see more here
On the Nieuwendammerdijk stands a house that has testified to sustainable living for centuries. No major renovations, but preservation, restoration and reuse — step by step, with attention. What was once a captain's house grew with generations of residents and functions. From family life to cake baking and theater performances: the house remained the beating heart. A story about living with time, instead of against it. Read more and be inspired
The art of craft. In The Edit – The art of craft, we highlight craftsmen who work to preserve and restore historical heritage. Their dedication to artisanal techniques, from marble stucco to gilding, shows that heritage is only truly future-proof when tradition and craftsmanship come together. One of those craftsmen is Barry Zardoni, a restoration plasterer pur sang. Read and view more here
Meet the entrepreneur, in this series designers Xander Vervoort and Leon van Boxtel of x + l design. In their online store, they present handmade products that they have made themselves. Most are one of a kind. Loose objects and limited series that go together with handmade finds from their travels. Xander and Leo love the irregularity in the products: the human touch gives it an extra dimension.
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Design vision
The Gershwin Townhouses were designed by Felix Claus of the Claus & Kaan architectural firm. The use of luxurious, sustainable, and high-quality materials such as natural stone, stainless steel, and wood give the residences unique character. The six architectural residences all residences their own character. A light house with a warm, homely feel and an interior that seems to embrace the impressive staircase. Thomas Geerlings of Framework Studio created it in the Gershwin Townhouse. The current residents moved here just over four years ago. As New build first New build , they contacted Geerlings to work together on an interior design that would enhance the potential of the space.
"Because New build a New build , with lots of windows at the front and back, there were really no limitations," says Geerlings. "But because it's surrounded by high-rise buildings, there was a risk of little privacy. We had to be creative with that, without losing the core qualities of the architecture." The first and current owners of the house are Gert, Cathelijne, and their children. Van der Linde has a tremendous passion for interior design and, together with Framework, contributed to the realization of the interior. The owners wanted to create a pleasant and protected feeling of home. And that is clearly visible in this house. Van der Linde: "We heard through the grapevine that these residences were going to be built residences . At the time, we were living on Hacquartstraat in Oud-Zuid. When I saw the first visuals, I noticed the Greek marble, which I really liked. I also knew the architect, Claus en Kaan architects at the time. When it turned out that I could buy the shell, my heart started beating faster. Finishing a house myself gave me so many possibilities. I have always had a passion for interior design and am good at spatial thinking. In this project , we project realize an interesting interior design in collaboration with Framework Studio.'
'It's safe and intimate here'
The light that falls through the stairwell gives it a museum-like feel.
‘What will we miss the most?’
Van der Linde: 'Actually, this has felt like our vacation home for four years now! That has to do with the floor, among other things. The terracotta tiles are handmade and come from Italy. They also have an irregular shape, which gives them a warm, authentic look. Furthermore, the house really has a luxurious feel to it. There is space for two cars in the garage next to the house. From the garage, I can walk straight into the basement. That's something you can't do in the old town! The light that shines through the stairwell gives it a museum-like feel. Beautiful light shines into the house via the unique staircase. It feels safe and intimate here. The house doesn't feel too small or too big. The rooms have turned out wonderfully. The light is at the heart of the house, and even when the curtains are closed, it's still a bright house. My greatest pride is that it's a New build , but it doesn't feel like a New build ! Other people call it a small museum and experience a contemporary atmosphere. The ceilings are 3.50 meters high. We Rooms I am a bit restless and came across a new opportunity. Another chance to create something beautiful, now on the other side of town. In a while, the children will be leaving home, and then we will have a single-story house. Hopefully, it will have the same atmosphere, because we will miss the beautiful staircase and intimate spaces.