Groothandelsgebouw

Completed in 1953 it is one of the first major buildings built after the bombing of Rotterdam in the Second World War.

Because during the war much business was lost, there were early plans for new office space.

Together with architect Hugh Maaskant and (later Director) G. Thurmer he made a study trip to Chicago, USA in 1947.

The final building fitted exactly in the vision of Rotterdam and the post-war reconstruction of the city.

Supporting the outer walls are approximately 65 inches, the inner columns are about 85 centimeters.