6 Kiosks

6 Kiosks

Urban space transformation

This project focuses on the revitalization of a public square in a residential neighborhood on the outskirts of Amsterdam. By introducing six integrated commercial spaces, the square has been transformed into a vibrant focal point for the community, offering a variety of services and gathering spots for residents and students alike. This transformation created a balanced, inviting environment that fosters interaction, local commerce, and a sense of connection within the neighborhood.

This project focuses on the revitalization of a public square in a residential neighborhood on the outskirts of Amsterdam. By introducing six integrated commercial spaces, the square has been transformed into a vibrant focal point for the community, offering a variety of services and gathering spots for residents and students alike. This transformation created a balanced, inviting environment that fosters interaction, local commerce, and a sense of connection within the neighborhood.

This project focuses on the revitalization of a public square in a residential neighborhood on the outskirts of Amsterdam. By introducing six integrated commercial spaces, the square has been transformed into a vibrant focal point for the community, offering a variety of services and gathering spots for residents and students alike. This transformation created a balanced, inviting environment that fosters interaction, local commerce, and a sense of connection within the neighborhood.

Client

Municipality of Rotterdam

Municipality of Rotterdam

Service

Architectural Transformation

Architectural Transformation

Size

8,500 Sq. Ft.

8,500 Sq. Ft.

Value

€1.1M

€1.1M

Location

Buitenveldert, Nederland

Buitenveldert, Nederland

Status

2023

2023

The "6 Kiosks" project is a bold reimagining of disused urban structures, turning aging kiosk buildings into vibrant, multifunctional community hubs.

The "6 Kiosks" project is a bold reimagining of disused urban structures, turning aging kiosk buildings into vibrant, multifunctional community hubs.

The "6 Kiosks" project is a bold reimagining of disused urban structures, turning aging kiosk buildings into vibrant, multifunctional community hubs.

Our team approached this transformation through the lens of adaptive reuse, sustainability, and human-centered design — breathing new life into overlooked spaces while preserving their cultural essence.

Our team approached this transformation through the lens of adaptive reuse, sustainability, and human-centered design — breathing new life into overlooked spaces while preserving their cultural essence.

Our team approached this transformation through the lens of adaptive reuse, sustainability, and human-centered design — breathing new life into overlooked spaces while preserving their cultural essence.

We began by assessing the structural and social potential of each kiosk. Through consultations with local residents, businesses, and city stakeholders, we identified new purposes for each site — including micro-retail spaces, cultural booths, and community cafés.

We began by assessing the structural and social potential of each kiosk. Through consultations with local residents, businesses, and city stakeholders, we identified new purposes for each site — including micro-retail spaces, cultural booths, and community cafés.

We began by assessing the structural and social potential of each kiosk. Through consultations with local residents, businesses, and city stakeholders, we identified new purposes for each site — including micro-retail spaces, cultural booths, and community cafés.

Design solutions focused on circular materials, energy-efficient systems, and modular features that allow each unit to evolve with changing community needs.

Design solutions focused on circular materials, energy-efficient systems, and modular features that allow each unit to evolve with changing community needs.

Design solutions focused on circular materials, energy-efficient systems, and modular features that allow each unit to evolve with changing community needs.

Natural lighting, recycled facades, and greenery were strategically incorporated to ensure the renewed kiosks not only serve but inspire.

Natural lighting, recycled facades, and greenery were strategically incorporated to ensure the renewed kiosks not only serve but inspire.

Natural lighting, recycled facades, and greenery were strategically incorporated to ensure the renewed kiosks not only serve but inspire.

"6 Kiosks" stands as a model for small-scale transformation with large-scale impact — demonstrating how adaptive thinking can reactivate the urban fabric with sustainability, creativity, and connection.

"6 Kiosks" stands as a model for small-scale transformation with large-scale impact — demonstrating how adaptive thinking can reactivate the urban fabric with sustainability, creativity, and connection.

"6 Kiosks" stands as a model for small-scale transformation with large-scale impact — demonstrating how adaptive thinking can reactivate the urban fabric with sustainability, creativity, and connection.

Spaces of Connection and Community

Spaces of Connection and Community

Spaces of Connection and Community

More than just functional structures, the renewed kiosks and their surrounding square have become active social nodes — places where people meet, linger, and interact. Designed as points of everyday life, they host shops, services, and spontaneous encounters, reinforcing the local fabric and supporting micro-economies.

By reconnecting with the rhythms of the neighborhood, these small structures contribute to a larger network of shared public life.

Reclaiming Materials, Reviving Identity

Reclaiming Materials, Reviving Identity

The transformation also speaks to a broader sustainability vision through the reuse of materials. Existing elements were retained and adapted wherever possible, while reclaimed and locally sourced materials gave new substance and character to the kiosks. This approach not only minimized waste and embodied carbon but also preserved traces of the past, weaving them into a renewed urban identity that respects both place and resources.

Light as a Catalyst for Renewal

Light as a Catalyst for Renewal

Light as a Catalyst for Renewal

Natural light plays a central role in the transformation of the 6 kiosks. The carefully redesigned structures now allow daylight to flood their interiors through generous openings and translucent materials.

This subtle yet impactful use of light not only enhances spatial quality but also creates a sense of openness and safety, making the kiosks more welcoming throughout the day.

At night, the soft glow from within turns them into inviting beacons in the urban landscape.