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Out of Office: Discover Amsterdam Architectural Models and Urban Development at ARCAM

See how ARCAM transforms into an office garden, displaying over 30 models of ongoing Amsterdam projects.

Immerse yourself in ARCAM's summer exhibition, 'Out of Office – Amsterdamse maquettes op reis.' This unique display features more than 30 architectural models of significant Amsterdam projects, many still under construction. Experience an innovative 'office garden' setting, where these detailed models have traveled from architects' and clients' offices for public viewing. Explore the future of urban design and development within the city.

About Out of Office – Amsterdamse maquettes op reis at Amsterdam Centre for Architecture (ARCAM) in Amsterdam

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Exhibition summary

This summer exhibition transforms ARCAM's gallery into an office garden, showcasing over 30 models of Amsterdam projects, many still under construction. These models travel from the offices of architects and clients to a new setting with office furniture and supplies.

Curatorial context

ARCAM's summer exhibition, 'Out of Office – Amsterdamse maquettes op reis,' invites visitors into a transformed gallery space resembling an office garden. The exhibition features a curated selection of more than 30 architectural models representing projects in Amsterdam, many of which are still in development. These models are presented as if traveling from their original settings in architects' and clients' offices to this new, temporary office environment equipped with typical workspace elements like desk tables, lamps, post-it notes, plants, and archive cabinets. Visitors are encouraged to set their own 'Out of Office' status and immerse themselves in this large-scale exhibition of models, which runs from July 20 to September 10, 2023, at ARCAM. The opening event is scheduled for Thursday, July 20, at 5:00 PM, where commissioners, makers, and designers of the featured models will be present to provide explanations.

Admission and ticket notes

Reservations are desired for the opening event and can be made via the provided online form. ARCAM is wheelchair accessible with an elevator and an adapted toilet on the ground floor. Assistance can be provided upon request by contacting [email protected].

Out of Office – Amsterdamse maquettes op reis key exhibition facts

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Venue
Amsterdam Centre for Architecture (ARCAM)
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Jul 20, 2023 – Sep 10, 2023
Artist line / attribution
Commissioners, makers, and designers of the featured models will be present at the opening for explanations.
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