In the Overhoeks neighborhood in Amsterdam, a slew of low-rise housing blocks and towers occupy a new development—some of them are waterfront social housing units. The De Jakoba project was designed by local practice Studioninedots. There are a total of 135 apartments in the building, which has a stepped design. The architecture studio designed the structure wider at the base and gradually narrower at the top. This means that “each of the 135 apartments has a slightly unique layout and size.” The units also have their very own balcony which is an important feature for waterfront social housing. Prefabricated materials were used for the building to cut costs and expedite construction times.
Through the design of the De Jakoba project, Studioninedots wanted “to create a sense of arrival” for residents.
Image Credit: Peter Tijhuis
