Martin van der Linden
JAPAN
Meet Martin van der Linden - a powerhouse of good design, creativity and innovation based in Japan. Martin van der Linden's design journey has been nothing short of spectacular, marked by a tireless pursuit of excellence. This dedication is clearly mirrored in Martin van der Linden's impressive haul of 1 A' Design Awards that we showcase here. Spanning across categories such as Architecture, Martin van der Linden's work stands as a living testament to a steadfast commitment to design excellence, serving as a beacon of inspiration for designers globally. With each project, Martin van der Linden masterfully blends form and function, crafting designs that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional and timeless. This approach underscores Martin van der Linden's celebration of creativity and an unyielding quest for innovation.
View Profile Consult Now Hire NowThe Oranda-jima House is a pro-bono design by Martin van der Linden for the town of Yamada-machi, a town located on the central coastline of Japan’s Iwate prefecture. On March 2011 the town was almost completely destroyed by the tsunami. Following extensive consultations with the Yamada-machi authorities, it was proposed in February 2012 to establish an after-school house and community centre. The project is named after the island where in 1643 a Dutch ship, called the Breskens landed in the Bay of Yamada. An island in the bay was commemoratively called Oranda-jima or Holland Island.
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