# Design Like De Dutch Netherlands Central Tax Office By Bianca | Published 2007-09-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netherlands-central-tax-office References: [thecoolhunter.net](http://www.thecoolhunter.net/architecture) No one does design like the Dutch, and nothing can spoil their fun -- not even paying taxes! The creative geniuses behind the [Netherlands Central Tax Office](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sophisticated-government-office) constructed a very unique, highly modern, steel-meets-nature piece of architecture. The building also happens to be one of the most expensive structures in the country. Going here to file taxes could almost make crunching numbers fun! Now if they were really thinking about enticing people, they'd offer a toke of [a little something to calm](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-office-1) tax payers' nerves. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Modern Architecture:** Disruptive opportunity to challenge traditional forms and bring functional and unique designs to buildings. - **Creative Office Spaces:** Disruptive opportunity to create innovative, collaborative, and inspiring work environments. - **Experience-driven Services:** Disruptive opportunity to make the process of paying taxes enjoyable by creating a positive experience for the taxpayers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Opportunity for architects and engineers to push boundaries and break away from traditional design practices. - **Real Estate:** Opportunity for real estate developers to create unique buildings that provide an experience for tenants and visitors. - **Government Services:** Opportunity for governments to offer more innovative and engaging services that improve the citizen experience and build more trust. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Amsterdam-Honoring Dynamic Workspaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/un-studio.md) - [Rejuvenated Former Bank Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/former-bank-building.md) - [Glowing Sphere Art Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netherlands-pavilion.md) - [Water Tower-Transformed Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amsterdamsestraatweg-water-tower.md) - [Architectural Archetype-Themed Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-r.md) - [Earthy Tonal Tiled Sheds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-shed-1.md) - [Repurposed Imperfection-Embraced Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/civic-architects-and-vdndp.md) - [Thatched Hut-Defined Bright Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polspotten.md) - [Grey-Brick Police Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bovenbouw-architectuur-1.md)