ASK-Solutions is the public-facing name of the IRADIS Foundation, an independent research and development institute organised as a Dutch non-profit foundation. This page provides information about the organisation, its board, representation and people involved, as well as official registrations, contact details, bank details and public websites. The foundation has its registered seat and office in Haarlem. This location does not limit the geographical scope of its objectives and activities. Knowledge, documentation, educational materials, practical methods and other results are developed and shared for wider use.
The foundation promotes knowledge sharing, cooperation and social connection. Our work connects research and development with learning, making and repair, and covers subjects such as free software and hardware, privacy, digital autonomy, practical technology and societal issues. Knowledge and skills are shared, applied and further developed so that people and organisations can learn, work together and make more independent choices.
The board of the IRADIS Foundation consists of three members who share responsibility for the governance of the foundation. Each board member has one vote. In accordance with its articles of association, the foundation is represented by the board or by two board members acting jointly. The board may also grant powers of attorney.
The work of ASK-Solutions is carried out by people with diverse roles and backgrounds, including board members, employees, volunteers, self-employed professionals, guest instructors and collaboration partners. This work encompasses organisational and technical tasks, such as administration, software development and systems administration, as well as research, development, writing articles, producing publications, and carrying out and facilitating activities within projects such as The Owl's Nest. The people and roles involved vary by activity and project. A person may fulfil several roles.
These are the foundation’s own current organisation details and should be used as the primary reference when older index sites or copied records show outdated or incomplete information.
Websites for individual projects are listed under the relevant project.
Monday - Friday: between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM
These are the general hours during which you can usually reach ASK-Solutions by phone or expect a response to direct contact with the organisation. For locations, workshops and other project activities, the hours and practical arrangements stated there apply.
Known exceptions for 2026:
SBI codes are activity classifications recorded in the Dutch Business Register for the foundation and its establishments. They classify registered activity categories and do not describe individual job titles or roles.
The registration below is legally separate from the IRADIS Foundation and does not form part of the foundation’s Chamber of Commerce registration. It is listed here because of the telecommunications registration with the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets and is used for the relevant telecommunications activities under the name ASK-Solutions. The Chamber of Commerce and VAT numbers below are not the registration numbers of the IRADIS Foundation; the foundation uses the numbers 34177973 and NL811022122B01 listed above.
The ASK-Solutions office in Haarlem is located at the same location as The Owl’s Nest – Tugelastraat. This location serves both functions: work for the foundation itself takes place here, and it is also a technical and digital workshop. The location page provides information about dropping in, appointments, activities and what to expect when visiting.
Would you like to visit another workshop or see what other locations are available? The Owl’s Nest is not tied to a single location. See the overview of all locations for the different workshops, facilities and access arrangements.
For other ASK-Solutions activities, use the contact channel for the relevant area of work. Where applicable, it provides additional information about appointments, preparation and where the work takes place.
Appointments with the foundation concern ASK-Solutions as an organisation. They may include job applications, board matters, press contacts, organisational meetings, administration and other work for the foundation itself. Workshops, repair, learning activities and other specific work use the arrangements for the relevant activity or location.
When an appointment takes place at the Haarlem office, we will confirm the address, time and practical details beforehand. The office is within walking distance of Haarlem railway station and several bus stops.