ENGLISH40FT Gym at Jaap Reesema
Wish
In 2023, Jaap Reesema appeared on the cover of Men’s Health, a journey that led to a completely new lifestyle. Since then, he has been working out almost daily and paying attention to his nutrition. But with a busy life as an entrepreneur, artist, and father, it can sometimes be a challenge. Therefore, he looked for a way to train flexibly, without travel time or waiting, preferably from home.
Previously, Jaap and Kim had already purchased a 20ft office from us, which they use with great pleasure every day. When the plan for a home gym became serious, they immediately turned to us again.
Realisation
Together with Jaap and Kim, we translated their wishes into a design that perfectly fits their house, garden, and lifestyle. It became a spacious 40ft unit, transformed into a luxurious private gym.
For the interior, we collaborated with Technogym and personal trainer Jasper Schmitz, who also guided Jaap during his Men’s Health transformation. This resulted in a layout tailored to his training preferences.
On the long side of the unit, a large sliding door and an aluminum door with HR++ glass were installed, providing plenty of light and a view of the garden.
The floor features a robust sports surface, ideal for intensive workouts. Ten dimmable spotlights and a Toshiba Haori air conditioner ensure comfort and ambiance throughout the year. On the back wall, four large mirrors are mounted, both expanding the space visually and serving a functional purpose during training.
The finishing touches are stylish: wallpaper with a gym look, black Equitone slats, and wall panels. On top of the unit, there is a green sedum roof, which blends the gym into the garden while also contributing to sustainability.
Client experience
After the delivery, Jaap was absolutely thrilled. "I’m incredibly happy with my own home gym. This is going to save me so much time!" he shared. No waiting times, no crowded gym, no travel time, and no loud music. Just being able to train from home whenever it suits him, in between appointments, early in the morning, or even late at night.
He was also very pleased with the collaboration. He appreciated how quickly things moved and how every detail was carefully considered. He also found it ideal that the gym was installed in just one day, without weeks of disruption for the family.
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