Studio Modijefsky studies the potential and characteristics of each area in Dijkhius: height, light, building structure, and window shape are maximized. The fruits of this approach are most visible in the spacious kitchen and dining area at the back of the house
The transformation of "Dijkhuis" between modern touches and the respect for the heritage
In the north of Amsterdam, a traditional Dijkhuis, a dyke house, is transformed into a single-family home, with interiors that try to fit in with the original architecture, while refreshing it at the same time
The kitchen's terrazzo top is paired with detailed wooden cabinets that rest on a terracotta tiled floor and a custom-made light porcelain cabinet. Upstairs from the kitchen, the entry hallway is at the same level as the dam
The living room is the most sumptuous space in the house: light enters through tall arched windows that give the curved, high ceiling with art deco decorations a spacious and welcoming feel. Both the ceiling and walls have been painted in three shades of white to enhance the room's architectural elements
In a room with so much natural light, a monolithic walnut cabinet whose shape mirrors the windows in front of it draws the user's attention. A large green sofa and a built-in cocktail bar with a terrazzo top make this a room where you can relax from sunset to sunrise
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