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The People of Geuzenhof Exhibition: Exploring Amsterdam's Social and Green Urban Heritage

Delve into the inspiring stories of pioneers and residents shaping sustainable community living in Amsterdam West.

This exhibition in Amsterdam offers a unique insight into the rich social and green heritage of the Geuzenhof residential complex. Visitors can explore the significant contributions of its pioneers, dedicated residents, and various experts who have shaped its nearly century-long history. The narrative draws vital inspiration from historical insights to address contemporary challenges in sustainable building and vibrant community living. It provides a detailed perspective on urban development in Amsterdam West.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition delves into the social and green heritage of the nearly 100-year-old Geuzenhof residential complex in Amsterdam West. It highlights the pioneers, residents, and experts who contributed to its development and continue to work towards a sustainable future, drawing inspiration from historical insights for contemporary challenges in sustainable building and community living.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'The People of Geuzenhof' shines a light on the significant social and green heritage embedded within the Geuzenhof residential complex, a project dating back over 90 years in Amsterdam West. Originally designed with a forward-thinking social vision, the complex grappled with the enduring question of how to achieve both green and socially inclusive urban development. Complementing the web publication 'The Story of Geuzenhof,' this exhibition profiles the individuals who shaped its past and continue to sustain its legacy. At a larger scale, the narrative encompasses the vision for productive landscapes, urban expansion strategies, experimental social-green building practices, the crucial preservation of green spaces and architectural heritage, and the vital role of resident participation across generations. The exhibition features key figures such as building contractor Huibert van Saane, urban planners Cornelis van Eesteren and Jakoba Mulder, architects Jacob Dunnebier and Johannes F. Berghoef, landscape architect Mien Ruys, and industrial designer Piet Zwart, all of whom realized the groundbreaking Geuzenhof project early in their careers. The exhibition then transitions to focus intimately on the residents and numerous contributors who are actively working to future-proof Geuzenhof's social and green heritage.

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Tickets for the exhibition are available. Visitors are directed to the official ticketing portal for booking and further details.

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Venue
Amsterdam Centre for Architecture (ARCAM)
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Feb 6, 2025 – Apr 6, 2025
Artist line / attribution
Featuring contributions from building contractor Huibert van Saane, urban planners Cornelis van Eesteren and Jakoba Mulder, architects Jacob Dunnebier and Johannes F. Berghoef, landscape architect Mien Ruys, industrial designer Piet Zwart, data journalist and information designer Gerlinde Schuller, and highlighting residents and experts involved with the Geuzenhof complex.
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