Shell EPE | Rijkswijk | Activiteit gerelateerde werkomgeving. Meer flexibiliteit, responsiviteit en innovatie SHELL EPE | the Hague An integral work environment design for Shell EP Europe (EPE) The development of the EPE working environment is set against the background of a major restructuring of the Shell EPE organization. By consolidating the activities of three organizations (Expro, NAM and Norske Shell), Shell EPE is shifting its efforts from national to pan-European level. By shifting operations to a higher aggregation level, Shell was able to improve quality and reduce costs. The EPE work environment had to be adapted to increase the congruence between (new) organizational goals, ICT tools, physical work environment and working method. By using an integrated approach, in which the physical working environment, ICT tools and working methods were considered in conjunction, it was possible to achieve important synergy benefits: Cost savings through standardization of processes and systems Reduce the lack of expertise by enabling expertise and resources to be deployed independently of the physical location Increased efficiency and fewer delays in processes through real-time collaboration Improve the effectiveness of virtual teams by providing them with global access to data and information Increase flexibility and responsiveness so that you can respond more quickly to new opportunities and developments An environment in which cultural values are reflected and which shows appreciation for employees 'The EPE work environment is very much in line with the positive behaviours that Shell EPE wishes to encourage. It is an environment where challenges and problems can be collectively embraced and solved. Perhaps most importantly, it is a work environment whee information can be shared with others so that problems and challenges can be anticipated and ideas can be captured and developed. As such this is the first EPE office where the work environment has been designed to enable staff and teams achieve EPE’s aims.' - Paul Knowland Shell EPE Back to Projects

Project SRA | Werkomgevingen die medewerkers ondersteunen, motiveren en inspireren SRA | Cool Office A new way of working for SRA Nobody knew that a Corona crisis was coming, when the staff of SRA moved into their new office in De Meern, mid-December 2019. Because the new way of working made it possible to work independently of time and place, adapting to the quarantine situation was a piece of cake. A new way of working With the move to the new office and the introduction of the 'new way of working', SRA embarked on a new phase. The organization not only became more flexible and efficient but all staff were given also more trust responsibility and freedom to complete the work within agreed frameworks. Employees are supported by a transparent work environment with different types of workplaces, where you can choose the most adequate workplace anywhere, anytime. Future-proof The changes are necessary for SRA to be future-proof. That means responding flexibly and adapting to changing market developments and new technologies. Keywords are: agility, innovation, product development, collaboration, looking beyond walls and creativity. Work where you want With the advent of new digital possibilities, it is no longer always necessary to work in fixed places. Everyone can nowadays always and everywhere contribute in the office, at home or elsewhere. Flexible working also means that we do not own a workplace in the office, but all the facilities and work in an activity-based way; we work in the most suitable place and switch places when the activity requires it. This means employees decide where, when, with whom and how they work, and teams decide for themselves how they use the work environment. Progressive This new way of working puts SRA on the map as one of the most progressive associations of accounting firms in the Netherlands. Employees developed the so-called SRA Compass with four cardinal points, each describing one of the key values of the new way of working: trust and responsibility, collaboration and knowledge sharing, daring to act, and fun and educational. To show this was meant seriously, management abolished the annual appraisal cycle and the associated compensation scheme. From now on, the focus was on looking ahead at possibilities and opportunities. On the way to a new culture with a 'growth mindset'. SRA SRA is a network organization of 370 independent accountancy firms with 900 branches in the Netherlands. With practical and strategic support, SRA strengthens the business operations of the affiliated offices. By bundling knowledge and experience, SRA offices can optimally help and advise entrepreneurs. "We have a fantastic, cool work environment, which gives us the opportunity to work flexible, improve our vitality and stay fit." SRA Compass Back to Projects Back to Projects

Project EPiCentre | Transformatie naar een High Performance werkomgeving SHELL EP | EPiCentre Rijswijk A High Performance Work Environment for Shell Exploration and Production The EPiCentre is the result of a journey that started with the decision to transform the Rijswijk site (which had been in use since the 1960s) into a high-quality work environment. This ambitious project has been set up to bring Shell EP Nederland employees from Rijswijk (Research), The Hague (Business) and Noordwijkerhout (Learning) together at one location. The decision to change was made when management realized that the existing work style no longer matched the way Shell EP had developed over the years. Trends such as accelerating globalization and intensifying competition required an increased focus on customers and increased the importance of recruiting and retaining talent. "I always missed that we never had spontaneous discussions. Everything was arranged during meetings and that required that a number of employees spent a lot of time traveling. It made the organization slow and some things just weren't done. In that sense we are sure become more dynamic. " - Ben van den Brule Shell Septar These developments had turned Shell EP into a more flexible, team-based organization over the years. Better effectiveness and team performance The working environment and working style of the EPiCentre are designed to improve personal effectiveness and team performance. In addition, Shell EP wanted to send a signal that it appreciates its employees. The concept, designed with the 'activity based' design approach, attaches great importance to the collective use of facilities, teamwork and the sharing of knowledge and expertise. The working environment is inspiring and stylish so that employees can feel comfortable, at home and appreciated. "This new way of working has many advantages, especially for teams with a large number of traveling members. They will find everything they need - your workplace is where you are '. - Jan Alkemade Project Director EPiCentre Back to Projects Back to Projects

Project Sonos | een gestandaardiseerd werkomgevingsconcept voor Sonos Real Estate & Facilities SONOS | an inspiring challenge An innovative and inspiring working environment for Sonos Shanghai The Sonos organization has developed at a steady pace since its inception, but growth has accelerated since 2013. The increased use of smartphones, combined with the rise of streaming audio sites such as Pandora, Spotify, and recently Apple Music, created a perfect storm for a company that had already delved into app-driven wireless music distribution. To keep up with the rapid growth, Sonos Real Estate & Facilities (RE&F) has invested heavily in incremental space and workstations on a global scale. Sonos RE&F has developed a Workplace Concept characterized by an open and transparent work environment with a variety of facilities to concentrate, collaborate, and socialize. Sonos branding is prominently displayed in all offices. Standardized concept Sonos RE&F was looking for a standardized work environment concept that could eventually be applied to the entire Sonos workplace portfolio. Sonos RE&F has asked Nassau to guide the process of testing, developing and designing a standardized, activity-based, workplace concept and to apply it in a first version to the Sonos office in Shanghai (1000 m², 64 employees). The workplace concept had to match the Chinese work culture and meet conditions such as: flexibility (in connection with expected growth), efficiency (less costs per employee) and effectiveness (improving cooperation, innovation), branding (identity) and user experience (look and feel). ). Sonos Sonos is a fast-growing manufacturer of wireless multi-room music systems. Sonos Inc. was founded in 2002 and is located in Santa Barbara, California, with additional offices in Cambridge (Massachusetts), Hilversum (Netherlands), Munich (Germany), London (UK), Hellerup (Denmark), Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen (China) and Penang (Malaysia), with a total workforce of approximately 1,200 employees. With their innovative approach and high-quality wireless audio products, Sonos has revolutionized the music industry and forever changed the way people listen to music. Back to Projects Back to Projects

Nassau ontwikkelt en realiseert flexibele kantoorconcepten | Minder m2 | Minder Exploitatiekosten | Meer Werkplezier CONTACT How can we help you? More than 15 years as a sparring partner in work environments and change For more than 15 years, we have been a valued sparring partner for organizations wanting to get started with time- and place-independent working, activity-based design, organizational development and behavioral change. Do you have a question about how we approach ICT, organization and the work environment in an integrated way? Or would you simply like to know what we can do for you? We are happy to talk with you, without obligation. ADDRESS Elandstraat 2 2513 GR The Hague DIRECT CONTACT info@nassau-ws.com + 31(0) 70 223 00 75 Send us a message I agree that Nassau may store and process my data. SEND Sending successful! We will contact you soon. Getting there By car Nassau | Workplace Strategy & Design is located at Elandstraat 2, in the cosy Zeeheldenkwartier district of The Hague - within walking distance of the Peace Palace, Laan van Meerdervoort and Paleis Noordeinde. From the A12 or N44, follow the Utrechtsebaan towards the city centre. Take the Centrum exit and continue via the Mauritskade or Laan van Meerdervoort towards the Elandstraat. Plan your route with Google Maps. Parking Paid parking is available on the Elandstraat or in the surrounding area, such as on the Zoutmanstraat, Piet Heinstraat or near the Prins Hendrikplein. Would you like covered parking? Then the ParkBee Laan van Meerdervoort 42 parking garage is a good option. From there it's about a 5-minute walk to Elandstraat 2. Traffic information ANWB The Hague Public transport Check 9292.nl for the correct route by public transport. The nearest stops are: Elandstraat (tram 16) Vredespaleis (tram 1) Zoutmanstraat (bus 24) From The Hague Central Station OV-fiets (rental bike): Check available bikes Tram 16 towards Statenkwartier – get off at Elandstraat stop. Bus 24 towards Kijkduin – get off at Zoutmanstraat stop From The Hague Holland Spoor OV-fiets (rental bike): Check available bikes Tram 1 towards Scheveningen Noorderstrand – get off at Vredespaleis stop. Tram 16 towards Statenkwartier – get off at Elandstraat stop.

Nassau developed the Anders Werken change programme for Police Unit Den Haag: ambassador training, work agreements and communication for 2,200 employees across one new headquarters. National Police | The Hague Unit 'Anders Werken' in the largest police building in the Netherlands With the move to the new Unit Headquarters at the Binckhorst in The Hague, the Police Unit Den Haag took a major step in 2026. Not just physically — from four outdated and dispersed locations to one new building of over 48,000 m² for approximately 2,200 employees — but above all in the way people work and collaborate. Nassau guided the Unit through the change programme this transition requires. The brief was clear: Anders Werken could not become a real estate project. The focus was on behaviour, collaboration and culture — on what is needed to make people genuinely work differently, not just sit differently. An integrated change programme The programme Nassau developed and delivered consisted of several interconnected components. The starting point was research into work patterns, collaboration practices and the actual use of work environments across the various services. These insights informed both the building layout and the change approach. In parallel, a communication programme was developed targeting all layers of the organisation — from unit leadership and management teams to team leaders, operational staff and support functions. Different audiences require different messages. For managers, the emphasis was on frameworks, leading by example and managing on results. For employees, the focus was practical: what changes, what stays the same, and how does the new building work in the daily reality of police work. New work agreements made the principles of Anders Werken concrete and actionable. Ten shared agreements were developed for the entire location, covering workplace use, availability, collaboration, confidentiality and mutual accountability. Not static rules, but a living framework — with an explicit evaluation moment after one hundred days built into the approach. The ambassador programme The heart of the change programme was the ambassador programme. From virtually every part of the organisation, employees were selected and trained as ambassadors for Anders Werken. They form the link between the concept and the workplace — not as project spokespersons, but as colleagues who engage in conversation from a shared reality. About The Hague Unit The Hague Police Unit is one of the ten regional units of the National Police. The new Unit Office at Binckhorst brings together various disciplines under one roof — including the Regional Criminal Investigation Service and the Regional Intelligence Organisation Service. The handover of the keys took place in July 2026; the move-in process runs from August to September 2026. 'The strength of the police is that you know how to find each other quickly. That's not a slogan, but the core of our work.' Hugo Aalders Head of Operations The Hague Police Unit Back to Projects Images: Cepezed Back to Projects

Defensie | Resultaat gericht samenwerken en flexibel gebruik van faciliteiten en digitale hulpmiddelen helpen Defensie om doelmatigheid te verbeteren. Ministry of Defence | GSW Networked Cooperation at the Ministry of Defense The Dutch Ministry of Defense, consisting of more than 60,000 employees, is at the heart of society, is constantly changing and works closely with other ministries, departments and organizations. The introduction of the concept of Networked Cooperation (GSW) was a logical step for the Dutch Ministry of Defense to further improve mutual cooperation and responsiveness to stakeholders (Ministries, society). Back to Projects New Office Standard In recent decades, people have started to work more flexibly. Partly as a result of this, offices are more often vacant. Within the government, including Defense, the average occupancy rate of offices is between 40 and 50 percent. Even during peak periods, the average occupancy often does not exceed 60 percent. The government then decided to discourage investment in office space and facilities by setting a new standard for the use of government offices. This standard assumes seven workplaces for ten full-time employees. The Defense organization also wants to make efficient use of available office space and is striving for the standard of central government. A reduction in workplaces saves costs and also an opportunity to modernize further, with possibilities for working independently of place and time (GSW, Revised Defense Master Plan, 2014). 'I am convinced that through result-oriented cooperation and flexible use of available facilities and digital tools, the efficiency and effectiveness of our organization has increased' . - Erik Akerboom Secretary General for Defense Main reasons for introducing GSW were: Increase employee satisfaction and be an attractive employer. With GSW, the employee with his craftsmanship is central. GSW stands for talent development and better use of knowledge and skills for organizational purposes. Employees are also given more space to find a balance between work and private life. Increase efficiency with result-oriented working (result agreements for higher production and quality). Collaborate more effectively by making information more accessible and empowering employees to work smartly and with modern tools. Savings through more efficient use of available resources. Among other things, by making more efficient use of office workplaces and by reducing travel distances. Nassau advised the Central Administrative Staff of Defense on the interpretation and implementation of Networked Cooperation on the basis of concepts such as result-oriented cooperation, flexible use of available facilities and use of digital means. In addition, Nassau developed a series of manuals for various target groups within the Ministry of Defense in collaboration with the Executive Staff and the Communication Department, in which the background, vision, added value of Networked Cooperation and implementation guidelines are explained in detail. Back to Projects

How RVO reshaped the work environment at the Graadt van Roggenweg in Utrecht to support hybrid working, collaboration and flexibility. RVO | Graadt van Roggenweg Utrecht How RVO reshaped the work environment to support hybrid working, collaboration, and flexibility. With the move into the office at the Graadt van Roggenweg in Utrecht, the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) took an important step towards hybrid and activity-based working. The office was designed as a modern work environment in which meeting, collaborating and flexibility are central. For many employees, this meant not only a new work environment, but above all a new way of working. Nassau supported RVO in the development, implementation and further optimization of this transition. The assignment clearly went further than the design of an office. Central was the question of how the physical work environment, digital facilities and work behavior could jointly contribute to a future-proof organization. An integrated approach Together with RVO, Nassau developed the hybrid work concept in which housing, ICT, HR, behavior and organizational development were connected. Employees received not only a new work environment, but also clear principles, practical working agreements and support during the transition to hybrid working. The central question was always: which workplace best suits the activity of the moment? In addition to developing the concept, Nassau provided communication, user information and the introduction of the new work environment. Through publications, manuals and information sessions, employees were prepared for the new way of working and collaborating. Measuring, evaluating and improving After the move-in, Nassau developed an extensive evaluation in which user experiences, work patterns, occupancy data and the functionality of the work environment were examined in an integrated way. Through surveys, interviews and analyses, an objective picture emerged of the extent to which the work environment supported daily activities and where improvements were possible. The results formed the basis for a number of concrete improvements. Not only the design of the work environment was optimized, but also its use. Advice related to the balance between collaboration and concentration, the capacity of different workspaces, hybrid meetings, user behavior and the further development of activity-based working. Work environments that keep evolving The project shows that a successful work environment does not end with the completion of a building. By combining strategic advice with research, monitoring and user insights, a work environment emerges that keeps evolving. In this way, Nassau helps organizations see housing not as an end in itself, but as a means to sustainably improve collaboration, performance and employee satisfaction. Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) RVO helps entrepreneurs, governments and social organizations realize a future-proof economy. On behalf of the Ministry of Economic Affairs, RVO promotes innovation, sustainable entrepreneurship, international business and social transitions. With approximately 6,000 employees, spread across six office locations in the Netherlands, RVO is one of the larger executive organizations of the national government. The focus was not on the office, but on the question of how the work environment can optimally support employees in their daily work. Back to Projects Back to Projects

Project Belastingdienst | Werken aan resultaat altijd en overal | Het Nieuwe Werken Dutch Tax Service - Working on results anytime, anywhere Introducing new ways of working at service divisions of the Tax and Customs Administration Working on results anytime, anywhere Using this slogan, the Dutch Tax Authorities have started developing and implementing an extensive program with the aim of promoting the new ways of working within its service divisions. The Ministry of Finance, in collaboration with the Center for Knowledge and Communication (CKC), has formed an expert team to support tax offices throughout the Netherlands with the introduction of new ways of working. assau supported the program director in the development and implementation of the HNW program (from vision to practice), contributed to the professionalization of the HNW team and helped various departments of the Tax Authorities with the introduction of HNW (Amsterdam, Eindhoven, Arnhem and Nijmegen). Four objectives The objective of the Tax and Customs Administration when introducing HNW was 4-fold: Even better service to citizens and companies, by improving supervision and services and thereby increasing compliance Continue to work on social duty to organize work more effectively and efficiently and to facilitate it optimally Creating adequate working environments for employees that contribute to an optimal result, better cooperation and better work-life balance Connecting developments in a virtual, mental and physical environment - with and in the work of the Tax and Customs Administration Back to Projects Contribution of the New Way of Working The added value of the New Way of Working should ultimately be reflected in more effective collaboration and improved performance. The physical work environment and ICT serve as enablers, supporting the behaviours needed to achieve these outcomes. In this way, the New Way of Working contributes to the Tax and Customs Administration’s ongoing objectives: delivering its core responsibilities, ensuring effective operations, strengthening supervision, and improving organisational efficiency. “The New Way of Working Programme has brought together knowledge and experience and ensured a strong and coordinated approach to implementing the New Way of Working throughout our organisation. It helps us take the next steps towards becoming the organisation we want to be: modern and efficient, focused on delivering results for citizens and businesses.” - Peter Veld Director-General, Tax and Customs Administration "The HNW Program has combined knowledge and experience and ensured that HNW was tackled firmly in our organization." - Peter Veld Directeur Generaal Belastingdienst Back to Projects

NASSAU | WHITEPAPER WORKPLACE STRATEGY What is a great place to work? Hybrid working has fundamentally changed the function of the office. But how do you design a work environment that enhances well-being, stimulates performance, and attracts talent? In this comprehensive white paper (in Dutch), Nassau combines current scientific insights and practical experience into a clear step-by-step plan for executives, HR directors, and workplace managers. What you will discover in this white paper: The Hierarchical Framework (4 Levels): Why physical comfort and functionality must always precede culture and identity. The 8 Interconnected Building Blocks: From psychological safety and biophilic design to efficient IoT management and neurodiversity. Scientific Substantiation: Supported by 33 international studies and data (including Leesman, Harvard Business Review, Ryan & Deci). Practical Translation: How to prevent an office renovation from getting bogged down in aesthetics without organizational results. Fill out the form and immediately download the scientifically substantiated framework for workplace strategy, accommodation, and organizational change (In Dutch). First name* Surname* Company name* Function E-mail* Telefoon Download Whitepaper

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