The George, designed by renowned architect Liesbeth van der Pol of Dok Architecten, is a stunning mid-rise apartment building in Amsterdam's prestigious Zuidas district. Completed in 2020, this multifamily complex features a unique stair-stepped design and 47 luxurious apartments. The building's innovative and artistic use of Generation 4 glass wall systems is a standout feature that enhances its aesthetic appeal and contributes to its sustainability and energy efficiency.
The George Amsterdam
Stunning Adaptive Multifamily Spaces with Glass Wall Systems: The George
A Contemporary Multifamily Complex with Unusual Residential Building Design
The multifamily complex boasts a contemporary sustainability concept and offers residents a high-level quality of life. The extensive use of glass wall systems throughout the building creates stunning adaptive spaces that bring the outdoors in, blending form and function seamlessly. The building's north-facing façade is fully glazed with triple-paned glass, providing spectacular views and plenty of daylight. All the terraces are easily accessible via the NW Aluminum 840 glass wall systems, which offer occupants both passive ventilation and expanded living. This system not only provides a slim profile and crisp angular design but also effortless operation and exceptional thermal performance with a U-value as low as .20, making them the perfect solution for energy-efficient buildings.
The Heart of the Design: Crisp Angles, Slim Profiles, and Energy-Efficient Glass Wall Systems
The multifamily mid-rise seamlessly blends contemporary design with the Amsterdam School architectural style, with a mosaic pattern of bricks creating the impression of a summer breeze, reminiscent of the song ‘Summertime” by George Gershwin, after whom the building is named. The building's bowl-shaped roof collects rainwater in water storage and is filled with PVC panels, while solar power supplies the central parts of the building with electricity. The George is a perfect example of how glass wall systems can be used to create sustainable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing multifamily buildings. The slim profiles, crisp angles, and energy-efficient glass wall systems are truly at the heart of this remarkable design.
Seamlessly Connect Indoor and Outdoor Living Spaces to Nature and Surrounding Environment
Modern design emphasizes the importance of Biophilic benefits like creating a sense of flow and connection with the surrounding environment, especially in urban areas where outdoor space is often limited. The glass wall systems designed in The George not only provide exceptional thermal efficiency when closed but also the extensive glazing across all 47 luxury apartments can be opened entirely, maximizing transparency, daylight, and panoramic views of the city.
When fully opened, the glass wall systems transform The George's living room into an expansive indoor-outdoor recreational space, ideal for family gatherings or simply enjoying the fresh air. The possibilities for outdoor living are endless with this innovative glass wall system. In addition, the multifamily building features landscaped open-air spaces that bring greenery into the urban environment. Each apartment has access to vertical gardening, which improves air quality. The perfect private outdoor getaway for lounging, al fresco dining, and all-season entertaining, seamlessly connecting residents to nature and promoting a healthier living environment.
Benefits of Innovative Glass Design for Enhancing Quality of Life
Innovative glass wall systems have the potential to transform modern architecture and elevate its design, offering numerous benefits that can significantly improve the quality of life. The George is a testament to how innovative glass walls can enhance living spaces, by providing additional space, brightness, and transparency to each apartment. With innovative glass system technology, the interior and exterior areas seamlessly merge, creating a unique and immersive experience that integrates the surrounding environment in a novel way.
Expanding Space and Bringing in Light
The architect chose this award-winning design and patented technology because it could be integrated into different apartment layouts. The folding glass walls not only expand the available living space but also allow natural light to flow in, creating a sense of openness and brightness. The innovative glass designs of Generation 4 not only enhance a building's aesthetic appeal but also allows for custom configurations such as the unique floating FourFold or SixFold panel set option that allows panels to stack right, left, or even on top of a swing panel to maximize primary views.
Endless Design Possibilities of Glass Walls
Opening glass walls have revolutionized modern architecture by creating adaptive spaces—seamlessly. The George is a shining example of this innovative technology, showcasing the endless possibilities of performance glass walls in transforming indoor spaces into stunning flexible ones.
By incorporating a folding glass wall system into a balcony of a mid- or high-rise building, the space is instantly transformed, and the property's ROI is increased. The southern facade of The George features balconies and terraces that can be opened completely, providing maximum transparency and daylight with breathtaking views of the city. The thermally insulated NW Aluminum 840 system used throughout the building meets special technical requirements and provides certified burglary protection, ensuring residents' safety and security.
Upgrade Your Next Project with Glass Walls
The George demonstrates how opening glass walls can create breathtaking adaptive spaces that significantly improve the quality of life for residents while also providing the ability to meet the performance requirements of taller luxury buildings. Whether you are an architect, developer, or designer, NanaWall offers products that have been fully tested by independent certified laboratories to meet the needs of even the most demanding environments. With performance-driven NanaWall glass walls, transform your next multifamily or high-rise project into a unique masterpiece. Upgrade your design today and discover the endless possibilities of NanaWall glass wall systems.
What Our Customers Have to Say
Honua Kai
Combined with a Screen Classic component, NanaWall systems successfully transforms the living space of each apartment into outdoor living space, while thoroughly resisting the worst of tropical weather systems when closed.
Seattle Queen Anne Home
The 16-foot NanaWall system allowed for views and indoor/outdoor functionality to a large outdoor deck and view. NanaWall accomplished all goals of this homeowner to bring the inside/outside experience to life.
"Residents at 60 Orchard, get the best of both worlds: a covered terrace, and no loss of indoor living space. For a condo, that represents significant added value."
— Orlando Garcia, Architect
