Julius Klatte

I graduated cum laude in Architecture and Building Technology from TU Delft, after which I gained work experience ranging from large-scale new construction and the renovation of heritage buildings to private residences, interior and furniture design, and product development. At Paul de Ruiter Architects, I am responsible for a wide variety of large projects, from concept to completion. The diversity of assignments here continuously encourages me to remain curious about the world. With every new design commission, I aim to have in-depth conversations with the client to explore and analyze their most important questions. After all, much of a project depends on the relationship with the client and the residents or users. The most beautiful projects arise when we are able to involve others in the creative process and inspire them with the design. On the one hand, as an architect, you develop a vision to guide everyone involved – on the other hand, you must also be flexible enough to return to the drawing board and adjust the design when ideas or constraints change. The key is to oversee the coherence between all design decisions so that the project improves with every step. I feel at home here. That’s because of the quality of the work, the intelligent approach to projects, and the deeply connected team. That bond stems from a shared sense of aesthetics, but also from a broader sense of responsibility for the well-being of people and our environment. This thoughtful approach to the world is evident both within the office and in the projects we design.