Confluence Nexus - The Embassy of the Netherlands

Foreign Affairs, the Netherlands embassy project in Indonesia seeks to bridge historical colonial tensions and foster sustainable diplomatic relations. The design draws on shared Dutch and Indonesian land culture, integrating the building massings seamlessly into the natural terrain to symbolize humility and respect for Indonesian national identity. Prioritizing Wild ecological continuity, the embassy employs structured wall arrays to articulate spatial order, balancing privacy with breathing façade elements that invite community interaction. The embassy’s restrained and transparent design underscores Dutch architectural simplicity, enhancing the user experience and conveying an inclusive diplomatic stance towards the surrounding community.

Inspired by Dutch modernism, the design establishes clear spatial order with vertical walls contrasting the organic landscape, achieving cohesive flow and a balanced boundary between structured interiors and wild gardens.

The linear wall array merges function and aesthetics, creating spatial order, rhythm, and layered visual flow. This arrangement divides areas while maintaining openness, enhancing functionality, privacy, and user experience.

The open, semi-enclosed office atrium encourages natural interaction and connection with the site environment, inspired by Piet Oudolf’s High Line Garden, providing seasonal vitality and informal social spaces for staff.

The ambassador’s salon embodies Dutch rationalism through minimalist design, maximizing functionality with open, adaptable spaces, minimal partitions, and natural light, creating seamless flow and spatial efficiency.

The embassy façade integrates varied forms with unified order, featuring adjustable metal mesh for privacy, exposed glass walls for natural views, and cement elements exterior walls maximizing daylight and security.