The Lofts is a response to the increasing demand for mid-priced housing within the city, particularly among millennials or young professionals. This demographic tends to buy a house at a later age, places less value on ownership, and prefers to share amenities. The studios and one-bedroom apartments, averaging 32 m² in size, come fully finished but can be furnished according to individual needs. The market response was overwhelming: more than 1,000 potential tenants signed up.
Affordable and trendy living in the city The Lofts, Amsterdam
With The Lofts, we have responded to the demand from young people ('millennials') for affordable and trendy living in the city. Flexibly designed with collective facilities for the community. In an area that already fully belongs to the city: the Amstelkwartier.
- Affordable living
- In the Amstelkwartier Amsterdam
- Community concept
Info
Type
Program
Design
Inbo
Partners
gemeente Amsterdam and IC Netherlands
Realization
BAM Wonen
Status
Realized
Type
Apartments
Volume
800m²
Program
212 apartments and 800 m² of commercial space
Number of homes
212
Impactthema’s
Design for wellbeing
Urban millennials
A bold urban block with a NYC vibe
Collective living
The building is designed as a bold urban block, with an industrial feel. The characteristic bay windows provide each unit with expansive views and a wide window sill. The building is highly energy-efficient with an EPC of 0.15 and a large portion of the roof is equipped with solar panels, providing electricity for the building. Collective living spaces are located on the ground floor, featuring various communal areas such as a living room, a library with workspaces, and a laundry room. A shared rooftop terrace is situated atop the building.