The exhibition 'Met Karakter' offers a glimpse into the design process of architect Liesbeth van der Pol, showcasing hundreds of her watercolors, sketches, and models. It traces her impressive career, highlighting the character behind the buildings and the person who created them.
The exhibition 'Met Karakter' delves into the creative world of Liesbeth van der Pol, an accomplished architect and co-founder of Dok Architecten. Visitors are invited on a journey through her career, beginning with hundreds of watercolors, sketches, and inspirational sources that ultimately led to the realization of her distinctive buildings. The exhibition emphasizes the strong character of both the architect and her notable structures, offering insight into her search for unique architectural designs.
Liesbeth van der Pol, who graduated cum laude from TU Delft, has had a significant career in architecture. She founded Atelier Zeinstra van der Pol in 1995, a firm known for diverse projects including housing, cultural, and industrial buildings. Later, she co-founded Dok Architecten and served as the Government Architect (Rijksbouwmeester) from 2008 to 2011, advising on architecture policy. Her roles have also included Supervisor for Architecture and Urban Development at Schiphol Airport and Coordinating Architect for the renovation of the Binnenhof complex. Beyond her practice, Van der Pol has been a guest lecturer at various universities and academies and has participated in numerous juries, also heading 'Man and Public Space' at Design Academy Eindhoven.