Caballero Fabriek, Former industrial complex in Binckhorst, The Hague, Netherlands.
The Caballero Fabriek is a former industrial complex in the Binckhorst neighborhood with transparent walls, sliding doors, and reopened skylights that bring natural light into the spaces. The building comprises various work areas connected by a central corridor.
The building was erected in 1953 as a tobacco factory and served its original purpose for decades. In 2008, architects transformed it into a modern workspace as part of urban renewal efforts.
The building houses creative professionals and technology companies who occupy studios and offices throughout the complex. This mix of different sectors shapes daily life here, where artists and specialists work side by side.
The complex is straightforward to navigate, as the various work areas connect through open corridors. The generous use of glass and transparent materials helps with orientation, even on a first visit.
The factory retains its raw industrial character while the facade features printed screens and translucent plastic panels. This blend of original character and modern details makes the building an unusual synthesis of past and present.
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