Namelok is a context-driven architecture and design practice founded in 2015. We work on projects ranging from private homes and exhibitions to public interiors, hotels, and more. Guided by a philosophy that combines theoretical research with hands-on experimentation, we create spaces that are deeply integrated with their environments. For us, architecture is both a craft and an evolving study. Each project is grounded in material exploration, drawing on local stories, theoretical insights, and the diverse traditions of craftsmanship. Our designs strive to be sustainable not only in structure but also in their lasting contribution to the cultural and social landscapes they shape.
About the founders
Wiegert Ambagts (1992) studied architecture at TU Delft and obtained his master’s degree in Design Cultures from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. He has taught at AMFI and currently teaches at KABK in The Hague.
Kaj van Boheemen (1992) studied architecture at TU Delft. At Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, he wrote a thesis in architectural history on tent architecture, which serves as the basis for an upcoming book publication.
Former employees and interns
Jemma Betterton, Sofia Chin, Julius Dusch, Cas Hendriks, Talissa Gazeau, Joshua Holetz, Klaas de Jong, Noemi Kosiorkiewicz, Suraya Latul, Nicole Lilipaly, Doris Peterfi, Thijs Philippus, Sarah Phiri, Youri Thibault, Iris van der Weijde
For projects focused on biobased design and leisure, we collaborate closely with Maartje Lammers, former founder of 24H Architecture and currently working under the name Earthbound.
Address
Namelok
Damruststraat 3
3035 KV Rotterdam