Experts' Choice Award Rietveld Schroder House
What the experts agree on
This radical 1924 home is a masterpiece of the De Stijl movement, where experimental architecture influenced modern design across furniture and art. Now a UNESCO site, it's essential for design enthusiasts.
“Exemplifies several key principles of the De Stijl movement that affected not only art but also modern architecture, furniture design, and even typography in the early part of the 20th century.”
– Fodor's
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"This house built in 1924 was restored after the death of the owner, Madame Schröder, in 1985. Internationally famous, it illustrates to perfection the architectural trends of the De Stijl..." Full review
Atlas Obscura "This still-celebrated home was a radical architectural experiment in 3D De Stijl. " Full review
Frommer's "Constructed in 1924, this family home was something of a shocker at the time and represents a high point of the De Stijl movement that so influenced contemporary art...now a UNESCO World Heritage Site." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "What’s this place all about?The Rietveld Schröder House, now a modern architecture landmark, was built in 1924 by Dutch architect Gerrit Rietveld for Truus Schröder-Schräder. With its..." Full review
The Guardian "Close by, you will also find the Rietveld Schröder House (€18/€9.50 in advance), an extraordinary example of De Stijl architecture and a Unesco world heritage site."
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Rough Guide "Those with any interest in architecture will want to search out the Rietveld Schröder House, an icon of 1920s design and now a Unesco World Heritage Site"
Condé Nast Traveler "Designed in 1924 by Utrecht-based architect Gerrit Rietveld, the Rietveld Schröder House is a striking UNESCO World Heritage building personifies the contemporary De Stijl art movement...."
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