The interior of the apartment at Apollolaan 129 was designed by the Czech architect Bára Skorpilová (Prague, 1972), one of the most prominent architects in the Czech Republic. She designed the interior with as much consideration as possible for the Amsterdam School style in Amsterdam Zuid.
Upon entering the second floor, this unique interior immediately stands out due to the use of beautiful materials and a thoughtful layout.
Tour
Upon entering the apartment, the spacious hall with wardrobe closets immediately catches the eye, offering a sightline to the centrally located kitchen. This kitchen, designed by architect Bára Skorpilová, is fully custom-made and features an island with a bar and all modern built-in appliances. The living area extends over the entire depth of the building, with a dining room at the front and a bay window with a built-in bench, offering a beautiful view over the Apollolaan. Adjacent to the dining room is a multifunctional side room. The sitting room at the rear has a gas fireplace and leads to a wide south-facing balcony. At the rear are two spacious bedrooms, each with its own bathroom. One bathroom has a walk-in shower, vanity unit, and toilet, which also serves as a guest toilet. The other bathroom is private and features a bathtub, walk-in shower, and double vanity unit. Between the bedrooms and the bathroom are built-in closets, a laundry room, and a separate toilet. Both bedrooms have access to the balcony and air conditioning, with one of the bedrooms also having a gas fireplace. The rear balcony is 8 meters wide and faces south, accessible from the living room and both bedrooms. The air conditioning unit is neatly concealed in a cabinet on the balcony.
In the basement, there is a private storage room of approximately 13 m², equipped with electricity, ideal for storage and bicycles.
Neighborhood Guide
The Apollobuurt is part of the Beethovenbuurt. This is an urbanistically important part of Amsterdam, where the urban stamp was set by architect Berlage. Berlage devised a pattern of streets, avenues, and canals where housing blocks, ample public green spaces, villas, and mansions alternate and form a whole. This laid the foundation for the distinctive character of this 1930s neighborhood, which is almost entirely surrounded by water. The spaciously designed homes were ultimately designed in the Amsterdam School style. The decorative stones and bridge sculptures by Hildo Krop, who was awarded the title of City Sculptor of Amsterdam, also give the neighborhood cachet. The area was really designed as a residential and family neighborhood, with facilities such as schools and sports amenities. The Beatrixpark completed the neighborhood. In the Beethovenstraat, coffee bars and restaurants like Brasserie Margaux and Ferilli’s give the street and the neighborhood a young and dynamic character. On the Olympiaplein are baker Le Fournil and Fromagerie L’Amuse. On the Marathonweg is butcher Zikking. The wide avenues and the greenery of the Beatrixpark, with its modern sculptures and old trees, create a sense of space and are ideal for sports and relaxation. The neighborhood is known for its good primary and secondary schools and also for its favorable location relative to the Ring, Amsterdam Zuid station, and the RAI. The Pijp and the city center are easily accessible from here.
Specifications
• Living area approximately 162.54 m²
• South-facing balcony of approximately 8 m²
• Elevator
• Storage room
• Located on leasehold land from the Municipality of Amsterdam. The leasehold has been bought off in perpetuity.
• Energy label B
• Completely renovated internally in 2021
• (Interior) architect Bára Skorpilová
• Service costs VvE € 420,- per month
• There is a Multi-Year Maintenance Plan (MJOP) available
• The VvE is professionally managed
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Apollo No. 129
The interior of the apartment at Apollolaan 129 was designed by the Czech architect Bára Skorpilová (Prague, 1972), one of the most prominent architects in the Czech Republic. She designed the interior with careful consideration of the Amsterdam School style in Amsterdam Zuid. Upon entering the second floor, accessible by elevator or stairs, this remarkable interior immediately stands out due to the use of beautiful materials and a thoughtful layout. Various rooms feature elegant built-in wardrobes with lighting. Additionally, the kitchen in the living area serves as a beautiful central point that brings the entire apartment to life. Quote from the architect: ”When you put a clean, simple, modern interior in old spaces, the contrasts can complement each other nicely”.
Ronald van de Bijl | Real Estate Agent Broersma Residential
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Architecture
This building was designed in 1930 by architect G.J. Rutgers. Gerrit Jan Rutgers was born in Ellecom. He apprenticed at his father’s construction company, where his interest in architecture was sparked. In the early 20th century, he moved to the west. He worked from 1902 to 1905 for railway architect Margadant and, after relocating to Amsterdam, for the innovative architect Willem Kromhout (1906-1909). With H. Bonda, Rutgers worked on the Valerius Clinic (1910). Between 1915 and 1919, he worked at the Public Works Department, where the Amsterdam School was firmly establishing itself at that time. Initially influenced by Berlage’s rationalism, Rutgers would become the most prolific Amsterdam School architect. At PW, he worked on projects such as the telephone exchange on the Singel (1917-1919, together with P.L. Marnette). In 1919, he started his own practice. He designed an estimated 7,000 residences in Amsterdam, primarily in the ’20s to ’40s belt. These were not only apartment complexes but also detached villas. Rutgers also designed the Carlton Hotel on Vijzelstraat (1925-1929), perhaps his most famous design. After the war, he remained active, though less productive. He restored several buildings in the north damaged during the war by Van der Pek. One of his last works was the Maranatha Church on Hunzestraat in the south (1955), together with Groenewegen and Mieras.
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Living and cooking
Upon entering the apartment, you’ll find a spacious hallway with various coat closets and a lovely sightline towards the centrally located kitchen in the living area. This living area extends across the entire depth of the property, offering ample space for a large dining table at the front. Adjacent to this dining room is a side room that could serve well as a study or guest room, featuring custom-made cabinets. Both rooms have bay windows on the street side, providing plenty of light and a beautiful view over Apollolaan. In the dining room, the bay window even includes a built-in bench, allowing you to sit and enjoy the view comfortably.
The central kitchen is entirely bespoke and designed by architect Bára Skorpilová. It boasts a central kitchen island with a bar and a wall setup equipped with all imaginable built-in appliances and an elegantly styled display cabinet. At the rear, you’ll find the sitting room with a gas fireplace and access to a wide south-facing balcony.
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Sleeping and bathing
At the rear of the apartment, there are two spacious bedrooms, each with its own bathroom. One bathroom features a walk-in shower, vanity unit, and toilet. This toilet is also accessible from the central hallway and serves as a guest toilet. The other bathroom is entirely private and includes a bathtub, walk-in shower, and double vanity unit. In the hallway between the bedrooms and the bathrooms, there are various built-in closets, a space for a washer and dryer, utility room, and a separate toilet. Both bedrooms have access to the balcony at the rear and are equipped with air conditioning. One of the bedrooms also features a gas fireplace.
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The Balcony
The balcony at the rear is an impressive 8 meters wide and faces south. It is directly accessible from the living room and both bedrooms. The air conditioning unit is neatly concealed in a closet on the balcony.
The Storage Room
In the basement of the building, there is a private storage room of approximately 13 square meters. This storage room is equipped with electricity and is ideal for storing items and possibly parking bicycles indoors.
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The Apollobuurt is part of the Beethovenbuurt, an urbanistically important part of Amsterdam, where architect Berlage left his mark. Berlage conceived a pattern of streets, avenues, and canals where blocks of houses, abundant public green spaces, and villas to townhouses alternate and form a cohesive whole. This created the basis for the distinctive character of this 1930s neighborhood, which is almost entirely surrounded by water. The spacious homes were ultimately designed in the Amsterdam School style. The façade stones and bridge sculptures by Hildo Krop, who was awarded the honorary title of City Sculptor of Amsterdam, also give the neighborhood its cachet. The neighborhood was truly designed as a residential and family district, with facilities for schools and sports. The Beatrixpark completed the area. In the Beethovenstraat, coffee bars and restaurants like Brasserie Margaux and Ferilli’s give the street and the neighborhood a young and dynamic character. On the Olympiaplein, you’ll find bakery Le Fournil and Fromagerie L’Amuse. Butcher Zikking is located on the Marathonweg. The wide avenues and the greenery of the Beatrixpark, with its modern sculptures and old trees, create a sense of space and are ideal for sports and relaxation. The neighborhood is known for its excellent primary and secondary schools and its convenient location relative to the Ring, Amsterdam Zuid station, and the RAI. De Pijp and the city center are easily accessible from here.
Accessibility
This location is strategically situated relative to all major city amenities, especially schools. Additionally, it is a convenient location for driving into and out of the city center. The Center, De Pijp, and the Concertgebouw neighborhood, like the rest of the city, are very close by bike. Even public transportation at the Zuidas is just a 4-minute bike ride away. From the Hilton, you can walk along Cornelis Schuytstraat and from the Amsterdam Lyceum, you can walk or cycle straight into Vondelpark.
Parking
Parking is possible through a permit system on public streets (permit area South 2.2). With a parking permit for South 2.2, you are allowed to park in South-1, South-2, and South-8. A resident parking permit costs €186.29 per 6 months. Currently, there is no waiting time for this permit area. A second resident parking permit costs €465.73 per 6 months (Source: Municipality of Amsterdam, May 2024).
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