Mrs. Schröder-Schräder, Gerrit Rietveld and Their Collaborative House in Utrecht. The Origins of the Creation and the Transformation of Form and Function of the Building over the Years

The Rietveld-Schröder House exemplifies the dynamic interplay between architecture and personal preference. This study reveals that Truus Schröder-Schräder's desire for open spaces with abundant light significantly influenced the house's spatial layout during its design phase in 1925. Through analysis of historical literature and photographs, researchers traced the evolution of the building's form and function over nearly a century, highlighting how Schröder's living preferences shaped its innovative architecture. The research underscores the collaborative nature of the house's creation, where Schröder's personal vision and Rietveld's architectural expertise converged to produce a landmark that continues to redefine modernist design.

Bartnicka, M. (2023). MRS. SCHRÖDER-SCHRÄDER, GERRIT RIETVELD AND THEIR COLLABORATIVE HOUSE IN UTRECHT. THE ORIGINS OF THE CREATION AND THE TRANSFORMATION OF FORM AND FUNCTION OF THE BUILDING OVER THE YEARS. Space&FORM, 2023(55), 305–346. https://doi.org/10.21005/pif.2023.55.e-02