A school building spanning 30,000 square metres of floor space, designed for 7,000 students, is practically a village in itself. This concept was the very inspiration behind the design. Just like an Italian hill town, a staircase-route meanders through the building, climbing via the central atrium to the ninth floor. Along the way, spaces vary from cosy seating areas, workspaces, and coffee corners to educational departments and a large rooftop terrace.
a promise fulfilled
Based on the experiences of the teaching staff, the promise of a "school as a village" has been fully realised. "The atrium in the heart of the building feels like a buzzing hive of activity. Surrounding it is an outer layer of quieter spaces for individual programmes, which creates a pleasant contrast. We now feel a much stronger sense of belonging to Inholland than we did before, being spread out across different locations. Collaboration happens naturally here," one lecturer shared. "The variety of spaces in this building makes it perfect for organising small and large educational or professional events," added another. "When I host visitors, I feel proud. The facilities are fantastic, and the views are spectacular."
prominent landmark
The Sluisbuurt is a brand-new neighbourhood on the IJ River in Amsterdam, featuring a diverse and highly urban programme. As one of the first buildings to be completed and occupied, the university has already added vitality to the area. Once the public spaces are fully established, the school stands prominently on a square with a basin, close to the ferry. Public functions on the ground floor strengthen its connection to the neighbourhood. A branch of the public library is located on the left corner of the square, while a café occupies the right corner. The wide, covered recess at the entrance also forms a welcoming gesture to the community.
a promise fulfilled
Based on the experiences of the teaching staff, the promise of a "school as a village" has been fully realised. "The atrium in the heart of the building feels like a buzzing hive of activity. Surrounding it is an outer layer of quieter spaces for individual programmes, which creates a pleasant contrast. We now feel a much stronger sense of belonging to Inholland than we did before, being spread out across different locations. Collaboration happens naturally here," one lecturer shared. "The variety of spaces in this building makes it perfect for organising small and large educational or professional events," added another. "When I host visitors, I feel proud. The facilities are fantastic, and the views are spectacular."
prominent landmark
The Sluisbuurt is a brand-new neighbourhood on the IJ River in Amsterdam, featuring a diverse and highly urban programme. As one of the first buildings to be completed and occupied, the university has already added vitality to the area. Once the public spaces are fully established, the school stands prominently on a square with a basin, close to the ferry. Public functions on the ground floor strengthen its connection to the neighbourhood. A branch of the public library is located on the left corner of the square, while a café occupies the right corner. The wide, covered recess at the entrance also forms a welcoming gesture to the community.
