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The Hague's Stadskantoor Leyweg by Uytenhaak Architectenbureau Rise from the Dutch UrbanscapeUnmistakable and powerful, <a title="Striking The Hague's City Offices Reflect a Transparent Organization Through its Architecture" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Hague" target="_blank">The Hague'</a>s Stadskantoor is a striking geometric landmark within the <a title="Striking The Hague's City Offices Reflect a Transparent Organization Through its Architecture" href="http://inhabitat.com/eindhovens-futuristic-blob-building-hides-1700-bikes-in-its-belly/" target="_blank">Dutch</a> city's Leyweg dependence. Designed by <a title="Striking The Hague's City Offices Reflect a Transparent Organization Through its Architecture" href="http://www.uytenhaak.nl/" target="_blank">Uytenhaak Architectenbureau</a>, its triangular plan is filled with internal and external windows that promote cross-ventilation, making the structure very energy-efficient. Home to a municipal services, an information area, a library, a wedding hall, a restaurant, a conference center, offices and some apartments on the higher floors, this iconic structure was created to revitalize a forgotten area of the historic city.1
The Hague's Stadskantoor Leyweg by Uytenhaak Architectenbureau Rise from the Dutch UrbanscapeThe spacious 107,000 square-foot building is formed liked a 'rising plane'.2
The Hague's Stadskantoor Leyweg by Uytenhaak Architectenbureau Rise from the Dutch UrbanscapeOn the ground floor sits an information desk and library of the municipal services; on the first floor, a restaurant and conference center; and nine dwellings make up the upper floors.3
The Hague's Stadskantoor Leyweg by Uytenhaak Architectenbureau Rise from the Dutch UrbanscapeWith a multifaceted facade made from soft pink Norwegian marble, it features plenty of windows and translucent beams that pull natural light in.4
The Hague's Stadskantoor Leyweg by Uytenhaak Architectenbureau Rise from the Dutch UrbanscapeAt its grand entrance, a recycled plastic platform offers the perfect space for an office break -- shade is provided by the shadow of the building.5
The Hague's Stadskantoor Leyweg by Uytenhaak Architectenbureau Rise from the Dutch UrbanscapeBuilt under the BRL 9990.2001 (equivalent to NEN-EN-ISO 9001) guidelines, it was developed around a triangular atrium that brings plenty of daylight, views to other workspaces to encourage employee relations, and a central space to meet up.6
The Hague's Stadskantoor Leyweg by Uytenhaak Architectenbureau Rise from the Dutch UrbanscapePowerful and strong, the Hague's City Offices offer an harmonious center for citizens and the government to meet.7
