Shelter is a basic necessity. How you live or work affects your sense of happiness. The space that suits you is created in stages. The input of the right architect is the first stage.
Architecture is about space: what is possible and what is not. It is also about size, material, zoning plans and money. Good architecture offers that one solution, in the right proportion and implementation. In short: architecture is about art and skill.
Take a look at some of Alexander van Straten's projects. Both architecture (new and existing buildings) and interior projects are presented. Are you interested? Please use the contact button.⬇︎
Remodeling former workshop and house in U.
The staircase connects ‘everything with everything’: old with new, front with back, light with darkness and…. upstairs with downstairs.
Remodeling villa in B.
The extension is not an extension; it became part of the original house.
The values of the existing building have been continued in the new building. Old and new are connected for life.
It's all about light and space. Furniture gives the right inspiration.
An old staircase becomes new and modern. The light falls beautifully in the old cellar. The passages are narrow but not too narrow to walk through.
Neclenburg
What started as a small forester's house became an office for the Dutch Export Combination and eventually a beautiful living and working place.
The various insulating elements were given different thicknesses, creating an interesting facade. More importantly: it became whole.
A staircase in a new place. It has a clear function and also creates a visual value.
The passage becomes a door, becomes panelling, becomes a workplace.
Villa in B.
On a relatively small plot, the veranda is the link between house and garden.
Trees give the right scale to this property. It is fantastic when all elements are in their element.
The balcony floor (and the ceiling of the porch) is made of glass building blocks. The outdoor space keeps its intimacy but never gets dark.
When artificial light defines the spot.
Interior in N.
Removing part of the first floor creates the double height and void.
Furniture and lamps presented in the interior are designed by alexander Van straten.
Appartements in S.
A new construction project consisting of 4 apartments, each with its own character. Architecture, interior design and furniture from aVs.
‘Decorum’ is required for vintage furniture.
The openings in the facade offer the apartment a view of a beautiful area and a lot to see inside. Furniture by alexander Van straten.
Villa in B.
The floor plan determines the appearance. The rooms are linked without a corridor. Privacy is achieved by closing more doors.
Villa near B
A monastic building on a sloping plot. The terrace becomes a balcony.
This building section provides shelter from the road behind it. But who is aware of that? Furniture by aVs.
Apartment in U.
Look through to library. Furniture by alexander Van straten.
Library. Furniture by aVs.
State monument Johan van Oldenbarnevelt
Restoration of the former JvO high school and conversion into an office and apartment.
The old classroom structure remains visible. Still, old spaces get new functions.
Developing 10 villa’s in C.
We made a plan for a beautiful location on the coast. The clear layout of the plot and the floor plans offer maximum privacy. Natural light changes the appearance of the facades during the day.
Each unit comes with a three sided walled-in garden. Each house has a three-sided walled garden overlooking a beautiful landscape. The fourth side offer a beautiful view of the landscape. (Right: ground floor and left: first floor)
The New American Home, United States
This Las Vegas project was designed and realized after winning a competition for the National Home Builders Association.
Each of the bedrooms opens onto an intimate patio.
Building a new apartment in an old school.
In process.
Gallery of other work
