“Then we might as well close down, because there aren’t that many being built.” he remarked during his interview, published in the September issue of Quote. The conversation provided valuable insight into his perspective as an architect navigating a changing landscape. Dam’s approach underscores that true mastery extends beyond designing iconic buildings; it involves remaining adaptable and responsible in a constantly changing world. He emphasizes, “You need to step up and play your part in guiding the country where it needs to go.”; regarding residential and interior projects, such as the Bloemendaal residence, he highlights the importance of empathizing with the client and placing their needs above personal architectural ambitions; “As an architect, you shouldn’t put yourself first.”

Read the rest of the interview on pages 88 and 89 in the September issue of Quote.

In the photo (photographer: Jaap Vliegenthart), Dam stands next to his design for the tallest building in the Netherlands, the Zalmhaven tower in Rotterdam. Together with the team, he is currently working on the development of the future tallest timber building in the world, Well House in Amsterdam.