The roof alone is reason enough to visit Noord's very first police station, which was built in 1915. This classic wooden building is a unique example of Amsterdam School architecture. The use of timber in this style of architecture is incredibly rare as the designers almost always chose to work with brick and with remarkable results. In this particular example the roof and its impressive chimney are the focal points of the building that give the flamboyant structure its unusual appearance. In fact, the bases of the chimneys are not built of stone, but zinc. The so-called 'Old Police Station' is now a private residence.
