Master Oak panels in NH City Centre hotel in Amsterdam
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Master Oak receives a warm welcome at NH Hotels

July 7, 2026 2 min read
Back in the 1950s, the building that now houses NH City Centre Amsterdam, part of Minor Hotels, served as the headquarters of fashion house Gerzon. And its sense of style never checked out. Today, guests step into an interior where timeless design takes centre stage. The standout feature? Master Oak natural copper: its warm oak look creates an inviting atmosphere from the moment guests arrive. And after thousands of check-ins, it still looks every bit as impressive.

Project details

Location: Amsterdam
Country: The Netherlands
Sector: Hotel
Architect: studioMAEK
Photographer: Contrast+

Master Oak panels in NH City Centre hotel in Amsterdam
Master Oak panels in NH City Centre hotel in Amsterdam

Master Oak panels in NH City Centre hotel in Amsterdam
Master Oak panels in NH City Centre hotel in Amsterdam

The ideal alternative to oak and veneer

In a premium hotel setting, oak or veneer may seem like the obvious choice. Until daily life takes over. Suitcases bump into furniture. Coffee cups leave their mark. And new guests pass through every day. That is why Master Oak brings you the best of both worlds: the warm look of oak combined with a surface that stands up better to scratches, stains and UV discolouration.

Warmth where it matters most

In the guest rooms at NH City Centre Amsterdam, you'll find Master Oak natural copper in places every guest notices: the bed headboard and the multifunctional unit that houses the luggage rack and coffee station.

Not by chance. These are exactly the elements that endure the most wear and tear every day. Which also makes them the first places where signs of use become visible. By choosing Master Oak for these applications, the international hotel chain NH opted for an interior that maintains its refined appearance, even under intensive use.

Master Oak panels in NH City Centre hotel in Amsterdam
Master Oak panels in NH City Centre hotel in Amsterdam

Master Oak panels in NH City Centre hotel in Amsterdam
Master Oak panels in NH City Centre hotel in Amsterdam

Built to last for generations

An interior that lasts for years is already a smart choice. But Master Oak goes a step further. The panels are available as chipboard featuring 100% recycled wood or MDF containing 100% recovered wood. So you get long-lasting performance with a lower environmental impact. Good news for hotel owners, their guests and the generations that follow.

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