Monthly Archives: May 2011

The new ministry of finance

Posted on 2011/05/23 by Gooi Weg

Between 2006 and 2009 the ministry underwent a metamorphosis. For the new architecture “openness” was key. The architects translated this by opening up the previously closed in gardens and using lots of glass. Although the essence of the previous incarnation … Continue reading →

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A ministry of finance

Posted on 2011/05/11 by Gooi Weg

The design of the Dutch ministry of Finance in The Hague has long been a source of esthetic controversy. Until several years ago it was seen by many as an ugly blob of concrete. Which was at least in part … Continue reading →

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A trash container

Posted on 2011/05/10 by Gooi Weg

When I was a small boy, litter was put on the street in neat, grey plastic bags once a week, where the garbage truck picked it up the next morning. Between now and then someone must have decided this to … Continue reading →

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This blog will fail!

Posted on 2011/05/05 by Gooi Weg

I have several goals this year. One is to become more proficient in writing. Another is to become more used to taking risks and adapt a willingness to fail in order to succeed. This blog is a means to reach … Continue reading →

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