The former Philips Business School in Eindhoven, a municipal monument, has been transformed into a modern residential complex with 442 homes. The former conference center on the ground floor now functions as a restaurant, while the canteen is rented out as a commercial space. Remarkably, the workshop, added to the building in 1993, now serves as a climbing hall.
With a rich history in education, the Education and Public Development department at Philips has been organizing corporate training since 1920. In 1929, the first multi-tenant building on the Frederiklaan was opened for all courses. After damage caused by a bombing raid during WWII, the main building was irreparably damaged. The new building, designed by Dirk Roosenburg, was completed in 1949. The building underwent a renovation in 1993 to house the technical lyceum, after which it was used by the ROC and the Summa College.
Opposite this building is the Philips fountain Panta Rhei. The impressive work of art combines a dynamic of water and light. It was designed by the well-known Dutch artist Hugo Vrijdag. It symbolizes the constant change and evolution – as the Greek phrase “Panta Rhei” suggests, which means “everything flows”. The water flows and dances in different patterns and shapes, while the lighting gives the whole a magical and enchanting atmosphere, especially at night. The Philips fountain Panta Rhei is not only a visual spectacle, but also a beloved meeting place and a landmark in the city of Eindhoven, where residents and visitors can enjoy the beauty and soothing ambiance.
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