About
Elephant's mission is to create sustainable and adaptive living environments where people can live healthier and in greater harmony with their surrounding.
This age of intelligence (AI/AGI) sets the stage for freedom of use and being. It facilitates a shift from traditional static buildings towards netzero ecosystems.
Team. We are a team united by our belief that Elephant’s unique approach has the potential to create a positive and lasting impact for people, cities, and the environment.
Menno Kooistra
Founder, Architect
menno@elephant.studio
Dafne Swank
Partner, Architect, Lead Computational Designer, Tutor TU Delft
dafne@elephant.studio
Peter van Gelder
Lead Architect
peter@elephant.studio
Glenn den Besten
Lead Architect
glenn@elephant.studio
Wessel de Graaf
Project Architect, Computational Designer
wessel@elephant.studio
Sophie Kat
Operational Manager
sophie@elephant.studio
Eline Degenaar
Project Architect
eline@elephant.studio
Mats Kolmas
Architect
mats@elephant.studio
Berend Vos
Architect, Computational Designer
berend@elephant.studio
Barbara Wielebska
Architect
barbara@elephant.studio
Bart Bonenkamp
Architect, Computational Designer, Tutor TU Delft
bart@elephant.studio
Joep Wijnen
Architect, Computational Designer
joep@elephant.studio
Geena Rowaan
Intern
geena@elephant.studio
Tabea Kirsten
Intern
tabea@elephant.studio
Core values
Elephants enhance the quality of life
They are designed, engineered and produced to improve well-being, welfare and minimize harm to our planet.
Elephants are made to be loved
Their captivating presence inspires a deeper appreciation for the built environment.
Elephants are designed for change
They are self-healing and endlessly adaptable over time.
