Merlijn van As
Technical designer
'By investing in both people and projects, there is a continuous pursuit of higher standards in quality and sustainability, with the ultimate goal of a healthier planet.'
After completing my Bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering at the HvA, specializing in architecture, I worked at several architectural firms on projects including the transformation of a national monument and various new-build developments. I developed visual concepts and collaborated closely with consultants. Currently, at Paul de Ruiter Architects, I am involved in the Trudo project in Eindhoven, where five social housing buildings are being constructed entirely from wood—even down to the elevator cores. My role is to translate the vision of the architect, consultants, and client into a detailed 3D BIM model that will form the basis for the contractor to realize the project. I derive great satisfaction from solving complex challenges by converting input from various parties into practical solutions. This drives me to continuously develop efficient systems that are valuable not only now but also in the future.