An atrium with a glass roof, round planters with trees, and a sculpture in a fountain. A wooden building stands in the middle of the room.

Sustainability and cooperation in the renewed Orangerie

Hospitality
Client
Central Government Real Estate Agency
Year
2024
Location
The Hague
BVO
Op aanvraag
Klant
Central Government Real Estate Agency
Jaar
2024
Locatie
The Hague
BVO
Op aanvraag

The task

The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy (EZ) and Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality (LNV) commissioned the redesign of certain areas within the government office located at Bezuidenhoutseweg 73 in The Hague. The challenge was to efficiently optimize these spaces for multifunctional use, with a focus on meeting, collaborating, and consulting. The centerpiece of the project was the Orangerie, where two existing pavilions were to be transformed into vibrant meeting places with enhanced comfort and sustainability levels.

A bright, open space with a staircase surrounded by green plants at different levels. The glass ceiling and vertical planters provide a natural atmosphere.
A long dining area with a central metal partition panel, modern lighting and tables on both sides. Large windows provide plenty of light.
2
Pavilions
100%
Bio-based brainstorm pods
3.500
Plants
A courtyard with a row of plants under a glass roof. On the right, an open space with a wooden staircase and a green plant wall.
“Meeting and collaborating in a sustainable environment.”
A wooden staircase with a person walking down. In the background, plants are in racks against a glass wall.
A narrow corridor with a wooden wall on the left and green metal columns on the right, under a glass roof. A person walks in the distance.
A bright, open space with glass walls and ceiling, filled with plants and seats. A wooden staircase on the left and a wooden wall with a seating area on the right.

About this project

The renovated Orangerie, a joint design by studio PROTOTYPE and ZENBER Architects, was recently inaugurated with a celebratory event. The redesign focused on creating flexible and inviting spaces that can be used for a variety of purposes. The design emphasizes fostering interaction and collaboration in a pleasant and functional environment.

The heart of the transformation lies in the Orangerie, where two existing pavilions have been completely revamped. These pavilions now serve as vibrant meeting spaces where employees and visitors can gather in a comfortable and inspiring setting. The design combines modern convenience with sustainability, enhancing comfort while contributing to the ministry's environmental goals.

The revamped Orangerie now offers a future-oriented work environment that can be flexibly adapted to changing needs, without compromising functionality or comfort.

An open kitchen area with wooden counters and hanging plants, under a glass roof with green metal columns.
“Flexibility and comfort united in the Orangerie.”

Highlights

Multifunctional Design

The spaces have been optimized for meeting, consulting, and collaborating in a flexible and modern work environment.

Transformation of the Orangerie

Two existing pavilions have been transformed into vibrant and inviting meeting places.

Comfort and Sustainability

The design enhances comfort levels while contributing to the ministry's sustainability goals.

Flexibility

The layout is future-oriented and can be easily adapted to changing user needs.

Collaborative Design

The project is a joint design by studioPROTOTYPE and ZENBER Architects, blending functionality and aesthetics.

A corridor with green metal columns and a wooden finish. On the left is a bar with high tables and on the right is an open space with wooden elements.

Credits

Team ZENBER
Eric Wezenberg
Ingrid Heijne
Carlien den Uijl
Giusy Mazzarella
 Project management
Rijksvastgoedbedrijf
E&W Advisor
BoomsKuipers
Acoustic consultant
Contractor
Heymans Spie
Interior builder
Gielissen
Licht plan
Project photography
ZENBER Architecten
Building architect
Green landscaping
Moss
Projectinrichting
Graphic design
Huisvestingadviseur
Installatie advies
Constructie adviseur
W&C Adviseur
Meubilair
Constructeur
IMD
Bouwfysica
Peutz
View more
A future-proof building for Inholland
Education
Inholland University of Applied Sciences Amsterdam
An atrium with a glass roof, round planters with trees, and a sculpture in a fountain. A wooden building stands in the middle of the room.A bright, open space with a staircase surrounded by green plants at different levels. The glass ceiling and vertical planters provide a natural atmosphere.

Sustainability and cooperation in the renewed Orangerie

Hospitality
Client
Central Government Real Estate Agency
Year
2024
Location
The Hague
BVO
Op aanvraag
Client
Central Government Real Estate Agency
Year
2024
Location
The Hague
BVO
Op aanvraag

The task

The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy (EZ) and Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality (LNV) commissioned the redesign of certain areas within the government office located at Bezuidenhoutseweg 73 in The Hague. The challenge was to efficiently optimize these spaces for multifunctional use, with a focus on meeting, collaborating, and consulting. The centerpiece of the project was the Orangerie, where two existing pavilions were to be transformed into vibrant meeting places with enhanced comfort and sustainability levels.

A bright, open space with a staircase surrounded by green plants at different levels. The glass ceiling and vertical planters provide a natural atmosphere.
A long dining area with a central metal partition panel, modern lighting and tables on both sides. Large windows provide plenty of light.
2
Pavilions
100%
Bio-based brainstorm pods
3.500
Plants

About this projct

The renovated Orangerie, a joint design by studio PROTOTYPE and ZENBER Architects, was recently inaugurated with a celebratory event. The redesign focused on creating flexible and inviting spaces that can be used for a variety of purposes. The design emphasizes fostering interaction and collaboration in a pleasant and functional environment.

The heart of the transformation lies in the Orangerie, where two existing pavilions have been completely revamped. These pavilions now serve as vibrant meeting spaces where employees and visitors can gather in a comfortable and inspiring setting. The design combines modern convenience with sustainability, enhancing comfort while contributing to the ministry's environmental goals.

The revamped Orangerie now offers a future-oriented work environment that can be flexibly adapted to changing needs, without compromising functionality or comfort.

A courtyard with a row of plants under a glass roof. On the right, an open space with a wooden staircase and a green plant wall.
“Meeting and collaborating in a sustainable environment.”
A wooden staircase with a person walking down. In the background, plants are in racks against a glass wall.
A narrow corridor with a wooden wall on the left and green metal columns on the right, under a glass roof. A person walks in the distance.
A bright, open space with glass walls and ceiling, filled with plants and seats. A wooden staircase on the left and a wooden wall with a seating area on the right.
An open kitchen area with wooden counters and hanging plants, under a glass roof with green metal columns.
“Flexibility and comfort united in the Orangerie.”

Highlights

Multifunctional Design

The spaces have been optimized for meeting, consulting, and collaborating in a flexible and modern work environment.

Transformation of the Orangerie

Two existing pavilions have been transformed into vibrant and inviting meeting places.

Comfort and Sustainability

The design enhances comfort levels while contributing to the ministry's sustainability goals.

Flexibility

The layout is future-oriented and can be easily adapted to changing user needs.

Collaborative Design

The project is a joint design by studioPROTOTYPE and ZENBER Architects, blending functionality and aesthetics.

A corridor with green metal columns and a wooden finish. On the left is a bar with high tables and on the right is an open space with wooden elements.

Credits

Team ZENBER
Eric Wezenberg
Ingrid Heijne
Carlien den Uijl
Giusy Mazzarella
Project managment
Rijksvastgoedbedrijf
E&W Advisor
BoomsKuipers
Akoestisch adviseur
Contractor

Heymans Spie
Interior builder
Gielissen
Light plan
Project photography
ZENBER Architecten
Building architect
Groenvoorziening
Moss
Projectinrichting
Graphic design
Huisvestingadviseur
Installation consultancy
Constructie adviseur
W&C Adviseur
Meubilair
Constructor
IMD
Building physics
Peutz
View more
A future-proof building for Inholland
Education
Inholland University of Applied Sciences Amsterdam