In Memory
In Memory
A study of timeless principles of architectural design
After the Second World War, architecture in the Netherlands—like in many parts of the world—shifted from tradition toward modernism. While this transition enabled rapid urban reconstruction, economic growth, and design innovation, it often came at the expense of architectural quality and emotional connection between people and the built environment.
In Memory invites a reconsideration of classical and traditional architecture—not as a nostalgic return to the past, but as a source of enduring wisdom that can inspire a more resilient, meaningful, and human-centered approach to contemporary building.
The clay-based architectural sculptures—conceived as artifacts—draw on the forms and principles of classical and vernacular Dutch architecture. They serve both as artistic expressions and as research objects, illustrating key design principles uncovered through the project. At the same time, the work explores how local clay—a material deeply connected to the Dutch landscape—can be reimagined within contemporary architectural contexts. By investigating new formal possibilities, it seeks to imagine an architectural language that is both rooted in local materials and cultural identity, and inspired by timeless design principles.
Explore the complete project here .