Scott and Scott

For Scott and Scott, we handled the concept, design, and execution of the finishes, loose furnishings, and custom interior elements. We drew inspiration from the rich history of the building at Herengracht 286. Want to see more of this project...

Location

Amsterdam

Status

Delivered in 2021

Square Footage

250 m2

Client

Scott Scott, Law Firm

Scope

Concept, design, and execution of finishes, loose furnishings, and custom interior elements.

Team Ditt

AM: Nienke Schram<br>O: Jaimy Langejans and Willemijn Ooteman<br>PM: Jasper van der Weide

Photography

Sabine Franke

Project Case

The overall look and feel of the office is designed to be light, transparent, dynamic, and open. In the design, we took into account that the office offers plenty of space for collaboration and development. This has been translated into a concept we call ‘Activating The Cores.’ This means that the strong, enclosed forms of the central structural cores are utilized to host functions such as meeting spots, enclosed offices, and phone and focus rooms. We achieved this by placing (semi)closed volumes against the cores. In some areas, it was necessary to create (semi)closed volumes more within the space itself. By positioning them strategically, we divide workspaces and create natural connecting routes. This way, most workspaces are located near the façade, allowing employees to enjoy more openness and natural light.

The addition of a lot of loose furniture alongside these fixed volumes ensures that the interior remains dynamic and agile. The project was carried out in parallel with the construction of the iconic Valley at Amsterdam’s Zuidas. This presented a significant challenge for our project managers, but they accomplished the task phenomenally, thanks in part to the collaboration with the development’s construction team partners.