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MEET VFD AFTER SEPTEMBER 1st 2010
VFD most recent projects, the restoration of SS Rotterdam V which now serves as a hotel with conference facilities, and the delivery of MS Nieuw Amsterdam, the 14th ship in the Holland America Line fleet, have been very rewarding and were both received with great enthusiasm.
The current economic situation shows that at the moment VFD is not involved in any design project. And new assignments are not to be foreseen for the near future.
Consequently, the architectural office of VFD falls apart as of September 1st 2010. Arnold Bos, former managing director of VFD, is in the possession of all relevant information of the past: ships – refits – arts, thus being able to answer any questions in relation to ongoing projects and possible new projects.

Arnold Bos can be reached as follows:
In the period September/October 2010 through the phone number and mail address of VFD
(+31 30 2730555 / vfd@vfd.nl) and, also on the longer term:

ADB Architects B.V.
Parkerbaan 1B
3439 MC Nieuwegein
tel: +31618686854
E-mail: ADBarchitects@Gmail.com

I would like to thank you, on behalf of the entire VFD team, for your confidence.
In many cases for a great number of years. We have highly appreciated the co-operation and finalized many beautiful projects together.

Wishing you lots of success for the future!

Best regards,

Frans Dingemans
0031(6)54704452



Since 1952 the architects of VFD have been involved in a wide range of projects. These projects include designing utility buildings, luxurious private housing, Dutch government (Ministry of Waterways) and public works (f.i. aquaducts, tunnels, noise reduction barriers), supervision of major projects, interior design for offices, private houses, cruise ships and the selection of antiques and modern arts.

Management Team

The strength of the VFD management stems from the combined expertise in design, management and technical areas. Over the past years this has produced outstanding results. Leadership and alignment has enabled the VFD management-team to set broad and flexible goals and adapt to the ever changing demands of the fast paced design industry. This becomes especially evident when the team has to respond to situations that require new and innovative solutions within a limited amount of time.

Skilled work force

Everything VFD does, is pointed towards a single goal. VFD provides customers with designs that constantly meet or exceed their expectations. Both the management team and the workforce of fifteen multi-skilled professionals whole- heartedly pursue uncompromised perfection. We select our people the same way our customers select their projects: always top quality.

Regarded as the leader in their field, the skills and services of VFD cover the whole procedure, from initial design and concept development to the choice of materials and artworks displayed on board.

VFD is the only association of architects in the Netherlands that designs the interior of cruise liners. Based on experience, VFD has gained an impressive track record of high design standards and expertise in the cruise-, ferry- and yacht industry. This makes VFD an attractive partner in realizing even the highest requirements.

Our services cover the following primary areas:
" Vessels conception
" General arrangement
" Interior design
" Styling & development
" Industrial design & innovation
" 3-D modeling & artist impression
" Branding & signage
" Artwork consultancy & mounting

When it comes to architectural designs VFD has the capability and experience to deliver.