Faculteitsgebouw Bouwkunde, University architecture building in Delft, Netherlands
The Faculteitsgebouw Bouwkunde is a university building in Delft that houses studios, offices, lecture halls, workshops, and meeting spaces under one roof. It brings together teaching and working areas in an integrated structure designed for daily use by thousands.
The building was completed in 1970 by architect firm Broekbakema as part of expanding Delft University of Technology's campus. Since then it has shaped the academic experience for generations of architecture students.
The corridors display a collection of chairs by influential designers like Rietveld and Charles Eames, showing the school's deep connection to design traditions. These pieces reflect how artistic and craft heritage shape the architecture education here.
The building has a specialized library with extensive materials on architecture and urban planning, making it easy to research and study. The layout ensures all necessary resources are accessible to visitors and students.
The building features distinctive glass structures including a modeling studio in the south wing and an exhibition space called Tribune on the east side. These design interventions create special areas for creative work and public presentations.
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