Ruland Architects is celebrating its 30th anniversary!
In June 1994, Joost Ruland started his own firm: Ruland Architects. Since then, he has worked on a wide range of projects, varying from the construction of a UFO to large-scale renovations of national monument stations. The common denominator in all these assignments is the combination of unique challenges and complex locations. Below is a small selection from 30 years of Ruland Architects.
With thanks for the trust and cooperation over the past 30 years, we wish you happy holidays and a prosperous 2025!
Haarlem station opens new doors for 2025
Commissioned by NS and ProRail, two new entrance doors were installed at Haarlem station just before the holidays. The doors have been carefully reconstructed according to the original design. In total, there will be five new entrance doors, the remaining three doors will be installed in the new year by contractor GeelRonitz.
With these good intentions, Haarlem station will once again have an entrance that matches the architecture of the monument.
New chandeliers for the station hall of The Hague Hollands Spoor
Ruland Architecten visited the workshop of Nelissen Decorbouw where the chandeliers for the station hall of Den Haag Hollands Spoor are currently being manufactured on behalf of ProRail. The design by Ruland Architecten was inspired by the lighting from 1950. These were, like the interior of that time, by architect ir. H.G.J. Schelling.
Opening Starbucks station Maastricht
Last week, a Starbucks opened in the Maastricht station building. The opening of this branch marks a step in the redevelopment of this iconic monument. With this attractive meeting place at the station hall and station square, Maastricht station is increasingly becoming a multifunctional hub, where travel and accommodation come together.
Party at Den Haag Hollands Spoor railway station
With four large keys, the renovated station Den Haag Hollands Spoor was festively opened earlier this month. The station hall has been renovated, the shops enlarged and platform 1 has been made accessible by elevator.
With subtle adjustments in the spirit of the original design, the station hall with finishing from the 90s has undergone a true transformation. The shop fronts are back at their original place, the floor has been renewed and the walls cleaned up. The result is a lighter and quieter hall that feels more spacious.
New gate for Den Haag Hollands Spoor railway station
To bar the end of platform 1 at Hollands Spoor station, Ruland Architecten designed a gate, matching the existing original railing. Together with ProRail, we have taken a look at Smederij van Rijn from Hazerswoude, where the gate is being made.
Monument Day Maastricht Station
For the Open Monument Day 2024, Ruland Architecten, in collaboration with the NS, has set up a unique exhibition with models and historical photo and video images of Maastricht Station. The many enthusiastic visitors were taken into the rich history of the station and were guided through the station building.
Original railing reinforced
In order to preserve the original railing on platform 1 at The Hague HS station in both design and material, while at the same time ensuring that it meets the modern strength requirements, Ruland Architects developed a reinforcement of the original balustrade in collaboration with Movares. Smederij Van der Vegt has made the adjustments and, after conservation, will install the balustrade on the spot where it was originally placed in 1892.