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Inspiration • Stedelijk Gymnasium

Stedelijk Gymnasium

A renewed educational environment blending heritage with contemporary learning needs.
Education Haarlem, the Netherlands
by Brique Architecten, Bureau vandervorm
Stedelijk Gymnasium

Stedelijk Gymnasium in Haarlem – one of the oldest schools in the Netherlands –combines a 19th-century monumental building with a new extension. Brique Architecten and Bureau vandervorm modernised the interior to support today’s educational practices, introducing flexible learning spaces furnished with LJ 1 PET Felt Armchairs and LJ 2 PET Felt Stack Chairs for comfort and adaptability.

  • LocationHaarlem, the Netherlands
  • ArchitectBrique Architecten, Bureau vandervorm
  • ClientStedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem
  • Year2024
  • Photography

    Sander Besems

  • Hale PET Felt Stack ChairHale PET Felt Stack Chair
  • Big Modular Table SystemBig Modular Table System
  • Nook PET Felt Lounge ChairNook PET Felt Lounge Chair
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Inviting zones for focus and relaxation

Across the school, Nook PET Felt Lounge Chairs create welcoming spots where students can unwind, read or study independently. Hale PET Felt Stack Chairs support dynamic classroom environments, allowing teachers to adjust layouts to different activities and teaching styles. These seating solutions contribute to a balanced atmosphere where comfort and functionality coexist throughout the building.

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Adaptable spaces for collaboration and meetings

Versatile meeting and breakout areas feature Big Modular Table Systems paired with Hale and LJ seating, enabling a wide range of configurations for group discussions, project work and collaborative learning. This flexible approach ensures that each space can evolve with the needs of students and staff, resulting in an educational environment that feels both efficient and engaging.

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