C U S TO M P RO J E C T S - H O S P I TA L I T Y
Felix Meritis
Interior design by i29, 2020
ABOUT THE PROJECT
This unique building on Keizersgracht
(Amsterdam) was built in 1788 for a society
of scientists, artists, entrepreneurs and
thinkers. It was a hotspot for creativity
and cross-overs during the intellectual
movement "The Enlightenment". Five
different departments were housed in one
building; Music, Commerce, Literature,
Physics and Drawing. Award-winning
studio i29 made the interior design of
Felix Meritis anno 2020 commissioned by
investment group Amerborgh. A distinct
and charismatic design, inspired by the
rich history of the building. Every space
within the building refers to a specific
period in the building's history.
The biggest challenge for i29 was to bring
this old monumental building to the
"now", not only in terms of technology,
installations and acoustic facilities, but
also in appearance and experience. In
line with the original philosophy of the
Felix Meritis society, the new interior is
progressive but made with respect for
it’s history. A new chapter of the cultural
house for the curious mind.
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