Huis Sonneveld
What the experts agree on
This 1930s masterpiece showcases Dutch functionalism at its finest, with striking geometric forms and minimal design that defined the Nieuwe Bouwen movement. A must-see for architecture enthusiasts.
“Huis Sonneveld, designed by Brinkman and Van der Vlugt, is an outstanding example of the Dutch New Building architectural strain (also known as Dutch functionalism).”
– Lonely Planet
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"The geometric shapes of the building are typical of the Nieuwe Bouwen architectural movement of the 1920s to 1940s which was characterised by a plain, sober style." Full review
"Zoom out. What’s this place all about?Step into the Huis Sonneveld and back into the 1930s. The structure, one of the few in Rotterdam to survive the German Blitzkrieg during World War..." Full review