The 1924 manifesto of the De Stijl movement is a modular house of primary colours and sliding walls that abolished the traditional concept of rooms; designed by Gerrit Rietveld; it remains the only building of its kind in the world; walk through the upper floor when the guide shifts the partitions to reveal the changing interior geometry; the clinical light through the corner windows demonstrates the radical clarity of Dutch modernism.
About Rietveld Schröderhuis
The 1924 manifesto of the De Stijl movement is a modular house of primary colours and sliding walls that abolished the traditional concept of rooms; designed by Gerrit Rietveld; it remains the only building of its kind in the world; walk through the upper floor when the guide shifts the partitions to reveal the changing interior geometry; the clinical light through the corner windows demonstrates the radical clarity of Dutch modernism.
Rietveld Schröderhuis, Netherlands
Why Visit
Rietveld Schröderhuis is one of Netherlands's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
Insider Tips
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Rietveld Schröderhuis is best explored on foot — take your time and soak in the atmosphere.
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Visit at different times of day for a completely different perspective.
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Combine your visit with nearby attractions to make the most of your time in Netherlands.
