Provast is a Dutch real estate development firm founded in 1985 and headquartered in The Hague, with a significant project presence in Amsterdam and the country's major cities. The company is managed by five partners: Boudewijn Hellingman, Anton Koomen, Hans de Jong, Martijn Dirks, and Niek Roet. Across its forty-year track record, Provast has developed approximately 2.5 million square meters, delivering 65 large-scale mixed-use projects.
Its portfolio demonstrates a focus on complex inner-city redevelopment. Notable examples include the Markthal in Rotterdam, a 100,000-square-meter structure combining food markets, retail, residential apartments, and parking, with a project budget of €175 million. The Markthal has been internationally recognized, particularly for its vast interior mural. In Amsterdam, Provast developed the Amstel Tower, a high-rise next to Amstel Station that integrates apartments, a hotel, parking, and commercial spaces. The company also oversaw the integration of public art, such as the 'Golden Age' mural at Amstel Tower’s entrance.
Provast avoids repeating formulaic developments, instead prioritizing quality and site-specific solutions for urban environments. Their team includes professionals with expertise in real estate development, finance, and project management. While the company was officially incorporated as Provast Groep Nederland B.V. in 2014, its operational roots go back to the mid-1980s. Projects under development include 'Tree House,' aimed at furthering Provast’s approach to urban living.
Provast’s activities are centered on mixed-use, urban projects that influence city life, emphasizing the integration of residential, commercial, and public functions.