Architectural Legacy of Derk Smit
Derk Smit was a Dutch architect born in Groningen. To distinguish himself from his father, who worked as a carpenter, he was commonly referred to by his colleagues as D. Smit Jr. His professional contributions include the design of several notable structures, such as country houses located in Haren and Winsum.
One of his significant architectural achievements is a commercial building located on Steentilstraat in Groningen. Commissioned by the furniture manufacturer Geubels in 1936, this structure was designed to house offices and showrooms. Built in a streamlined variation of the Amsterdam School style, the building has been designated as a national monument.
Questions & Answers
Where can I see Derk Smit's artworks in chronological order?
Derk Smit's artworks can be seen in chronological order on the artist's Artwork Timeline page.
In which movements did Derk Smit work?
Derk Smit's works can be browsed by movement on the artist's All Movements page.
How did Derk Smit's art evolve over time?
Derk Smit's career unfolds period by period on the artist's Chronicle page: a horizontal timeline of the artworks, grouped into career-period chapters.
Where is Derk Smit from?
Derk Smit was born in Kingdom of the Netherlands.
