The DNA to make people happy in great spaces!

The Founders of Enter Workspace

Innovation isn’t just a buzzword. It’s in our DNA. Welcome to Enter Workspace, founded by Robert Jan de Laive, Renée Appelo, and Thomas Zwart. Our team brings together deep expertise in technology, real estate, flex-office solutions, and global events. Driven by a shared passion for reshaping the modern workplace, we seamlessly integrate services, hospitality, and content, all powered by cutting-edge technology.

Thomas Zwart
Business Development Director bGrid / CEO Capital C Commercial Manager Benelux Office App (HqO) / Founder Realmark OSRE (Aareon) / Founder HNK / TomsMind BV
Renée Appelo
Founder Studio Appelo / Architect @ QuA Associates Tutor TU-Delft Msc 1, Heritage & Transformation Partner @ The Unbound Amsterdam Creative advisor TNW Spaces (formerly TQ)
Robert Jan De Laive
Founder TQ / TNW Spaces / Late Founder TNW (acquired by the Financial Times) / Founder pay-per-use gym platform. 200+ gyms / Angel investor in several tech companies.
Thomas Zwart
Business Development Director bGrid / CEO Capital C Commercial Manager Benelux Office App (HqO) / Founder Realmark OSRE (Aareon) / Founder HNK / TomsMind BV
Renée Appelo
Founder Studio Appelo / Architect @ QuA Associates Tutor TU-Delft Msc 1, Heritage & Transformation Partner @ The Unbound Amsterdam Creative advisor TNW Spaces (formerly TQ)
Robert Jan De Laive
Founder TQ / TNW Spaces / Late Founder TNW (acquired by the Financial Times) / Founder pay-per-use gym platform. 200+ gyms / Angel investor in several tech companies.
Thomas Zwart
Business Development Director bGrid / CEO Capital C Commercial Manager Benelux Office App (HqO) / Founder Realmark OSRE (Aareon) / Founder HNK / TomsMind BV
Renée Appelo
Founder Studio Appelo / Architect @ QuA Associates Tutor TU-Delft Msc 1, Heritage & Transformation Partner @ The Unbound Amsterdam Creative advisor TNW Spaces (formerly TQ)
Robert Jan De Laive
Founder TQ / TNW Spaces / Late Founder TNW (acquired by the Financial Times) / Founder pay-per-use gym platform. 200+ gyms / Angel investor in several tech companies.
Thomas Zwart
Business Development Director bGrid / CEO Capital C Commercial Manager Benelux Office App (HqO) / Founder Realmark OSRE (Aareon) / Founder HNK / TomsMind BV
Renée Appelo
Founder Studio Appelo / Architect @ QuA Associates Tutor TU-Delft Msc 1, Heritage & Transformation Partner @ The Unbound Amsterdam Creative advisor TNW Spaces (formerly TQ)
Robert Jan De Laive
Founder TQ / TNW Spaces / Late Founder TNW (acquired by the Financial Times) / Founder pay-per-use gym platform. 200+ gyms / Angel investor in several tech companies.

The Founders of Enter Workspace

Thomas Zwart

Business Development Director bGrid / CEO Capital C Commercial Manager Benelux Office App (HqO) / Founder Realmark OSRE (Aareon) / Founder HNK / TomsMind BV

Renée Appelo

Founder Studio Appelo / Architect @ QuA Associates Tutor TU-Delft Msc 1, Heritage & Transformation Partner @ The Unbound Amsterdam Creative advisor TNW Spaces (formerly TQ)

Robert Jan De Laive

Founder TQ / TNW Spaces / Late Founder TNW (acquired by the Financial Times) / Founder pay-per-use gym platform. 200+ gyms / Angel investor in several tech companies.

The Founders of Enter Workspace

Thomas Zwart
Business Development Director bGrid / CEO Capital C Commercial Manager Benelux Office App (HqO) / Founder Realmark OSRE (Aareon) / Founder HNK / TomsMind BV
Renée Appelo
Founder Studio Appelo / Architect @ QuA Associates Tutor TU-Delft Msc 1, Heritage & Transformation Partner @ The Unbound Amsterdam Creative advisor TNW Spaces (formerly TQ)
Robert Jan De Laive
Founder TQ / TNW Spaces / Late Founder TNW (acquired by the Financial Times) / Founder pay-per-use gym platform. 200+ gyms / Angel investor in several tech companies.
Thomas Zwart
Business Development Director bGrid / CEO Capital C Commercial Manager Benelux Office App (HqO) / Founder Realmark OSRE (Aareon) / Founder HNK / TomsMind BV
Renée Appelo
Founder Studio Appelo / Architect @ QuA Associates Tutor TU-Delft Msc 1, Heritage & Transformation Partner @ The Unbound Amsterdam Creative advisor TNW Spaces (formerly TQ)
Robert Jan De Laive
Founder TQ / TNW Spaces / Late Founder TNW (acquired by the Financial Times) / Founder pay-per-use gym platform. 200+ gyms / Angel investor in several tech companies.
Thomas Zwart
Business Development Director bGrid / CEO Capital C Commercial Manager Benelux Office App (HqO) / Founder Realmark OSRE (Aareon) / Founder HNK / TomsMind BV
Renée Appelo
Founder Studio Appelo / Architect @ QuA Associates Tutor TU-Delft Msc 1, Heritage & Transformation Partner @ The Unbound Amsterdam Creative advisor TNW Spaces (formerly TQ)
Robert Jan De Laive
Founder TQ / TNW Spaces / Late Founder TNW (acquired by the Financial Times) / Founder pay-per-use gym platform. 200+ gyms / Angel investor in several tech companies.
Thomas Zwart
Business Development Director bGrid / CEO Capital C Commercial Manager Benelux Office App (HqO) / Founder Realmark OSRE (Aareon) / Founder HNK / TomsMind BV
Renée Appelo
Founder Studio Appelo / Architect @ QuA Associates Tutor TU-Delft Msc 1, Heritage & Transformation Partner @ The Unbound Amsterdam Creative advisor TNW Spaces (formerly TQ)
Robert Jan De Laive
Founder TQ / TNW Spaces / Late Founder TNW (acquired by the Financial Times) / Founder pay-per-use gym platform. 200+ gyms / Angel investor in several tech companies.

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Building owners future-proof their real estate by embracing flexible solutions. As work evolves, occupiers demand adaptable spaces, employee value, and holistic support. We create boutique, sustainable offices that foster productivity, well being, and connectivity, delivering flexibility and long-term value for tenants.