Consulate of the Netherlands in Munich

clients(s)

ministry of foreign affairs

location

München

users(s)

dutch embassy

Commissioned by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, cepezed designed the interior of the Netherlands consulate general in Munich, Germany. The assignment consisted of creating an efficient interior space with an open, welcoming and agreeable atmosphere. Security and confidentiality had to be guaranteed as well, however.

Surprising interior

The design of the consulate had to radiate prestige without being dominant. Light colours and materials were used to create an interior that contrasts in a surprising way with the simple and rather nondescript architecture of the multi-tenant building in which the consulate is housed.

The cabling for communications and electricity is incorporated into the shiny white polyurethane floors. Users have access via floor boxes. Carpeting provides good acoustics and a comfortable atmosphere in the working areas.

Sliding walls create a sense of space

The corridor area used to be a dark, indeterminate zone. Now, large sliding walls of frosted glass provide a feeling of spaciousness. In open position, the offices connect to the corridor and to eachother. In closed position, they provide privacy and good acoustic insulation.