Hofpoort, Brutalist office building at Hofplein, Rotterdam, Netherlands
Hofpoort is an office building at Hofplein in Rotterdam standing 95 meters tall across 27 floors. Its facade displays exposed concrete and geometric forms typical of the brutalist architecture style.
The building was completed in 1957 by architect Piet Zanstra during Rotterdam's post-war reconstruction period. It arose during a time of rapid urban growth and modern development in the city.
The building represents the brutalist architectural movement of the 1950s through its minimalist design principles and raw material expression.
The building sits directly at Hofplein square with good access to public transportation. Visitors can view the exterior design from the plaza and explore the surrounding area.
The building was originally known as Shellgebouw before being renamed Hofpoort in 2016. This change marked a shift in the building's corporate identity and how locals recognize it today.
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