In August 2009 the “Amsterdamprijs voor de Kunst” (Amsterdamprice for the Arts) was awarded to designers-duo Mevis & Van Deursen, as to the two other winners A. Roosen and F. Starik.

Since the establishment of the Stedelijk Museum Bureau Amsterdam in 1993 Mevis & Van Deursen have been the designers for the project space, for example they are responsible for SMBA’s house style and several books. 10 Years SMBA, Nina Fischer & Maroan el Sani - Blind Spots and REHAB are some fine examples of books the duo designed for SMBA.