The historic centre of The Hague, around the Binnenhof, the Lange Voorhout and the Hofkwartier, combines government buildings, shops and homes. Living here means being close to everything, in buildings that are often centuries old.
Homes in the city centre
- Apartments above shops, often with a separate entrance and steep stairs.
- Historic townhouses, some of them listed monuments.
- Converted buildings: former offices, warehouses or schools turned into apartments.
Typical projects
- Full renovations of apartments and historic townhouses. See full renovation.
- Plastering and restoring ceilings and cornices. See plastering.
- Lighting plans for historic interiors, where cables must be hidden carefully. See lighting.
- Bathrooms in apartments with limited space and shared drains. See bathroom and toilet renovation.
Things to know
- Monuments: the centre has a high concentration of listed buildings. For a monument you need a permit for most changes, including some interior work.
- Logistics: narrow streets, pedestrian zones, loading times and limited parking mean deliveries and waste removal need careful planning. A skip or scaffold on the street needs permission from the municipality.
- Neighbours and shops: in mixed buildings, noise and dust must be kept under control, and working hours agreed.
- VvE: many buildings are divided into apartments; read VvE approval for renovations.
Old buildings, modern comfort
Historic buildings in the centre often have thick walls, timber floors and old installations. Read renovating a pre-war home in The Hague for what to expect and how to plan.
Frequently asked questions about the city centre
Can you renovate a listed building in the city centre?
Yes. For a monument, a permit is needed for most changes, inside and out. We work according to the permit conditions and use suitable materials and techniques.
How do you deal with parking and deliveries in the centre?
We plan deliveries at permitted times, use small vehicles where needed, and arrange permission for skips or scaffolding on the public road in advance.
Do you renovate apartments above shops?
Yes. Apartments above shops often have their own entrance and steep stairs. We plan the work to limit disturbance for the shop and the neighbours.
