Zecc Architecten is an architectural firm based in Utrecht, the Netherlands, founded in 2002 by architect Marnix van der Meer, a graduate of the Amsterdam Academy of Architecture. Bart Kellerhuis, currently Creative Director, joined the firm in 2008, consolidating a direction that combines aesthetic sensitivity with strategic vision.
The firm specializes in residential projects and the transformation of existing buildings, standing out for its sustainable approach and its ability to manage complex processes using BIM and LEAN design methodologies. Its philosophy seeks to balance functionality, aesthetics, cost, and sustainability, adapting to changes in the built environment.
Its most recognized projects include the transformation of the Werkspoorfabriek in Utrecht, an industrial space converted into a creative center; the renovation of the Drenthe Archive in Assen; and the conversion of a church in Utrecht into a contemporary home, a project honored at the Dutch Design Awards for its respectful intervention in architectural heritage.
In 2020, Zecc Architecten was named "Architect of the Year" in the Netherlands, highlighting its "rooted architecture" and its ability to balance the preservation of buildings' original character with new contemporary functions. This recognition underscores its contribution to architectural debate and its commitment to spatial quality in both small and large interventions.
In addition to their professional work, Van der Meer and Kellerhuis are actively involved in teaching and urban quality committees, strengthening the link between architectural practice and critical reflection.
