2 3 4 5 TIER - R RO A T W T K E N R E D V A A M H - - K T A T H E C N E D R 6 7 FOREWORD 10 ROTTERDAM 12 KATENDRECHT 18 PEOPLE & THE KAAP 32 THE ARCHITECT 36 HAVENKWARTIER 45 RANGE OF HOMES 50 INTERIOR ARCHITECT 158 COLOPHON 164 8 9 HAVENKWARTIER ROTTERDAM "KAAP JIJ DE LAATSTE PLEK?", IN THE HEART OF KATENDRECHT? Live near the Maashaven quay. A unique port building in the heart of Katendrecht, or as the people of Rotterdam say: the Kaap. An intimate city district, which is only a short walk from Rotterdam’s exciting cultural and culinary delights. That’s what it means to live in the Havenkwartier, which is the last new-build project in Katen- drecht. "Kaap jij de laatste plek?" The Havenkwartier mirrors the character of Katendrecht: headstrong and tough, but intimate and fun at the same time. The innovative design contains elements of post-war architecture and has been inspired by the characteristic port buildings found in Rot- terdam’s inland harbours. Creative contours and a combination of materials like concrete, aluminium, wood and large panes of glass help to create a layered and refined design. And thus enhance Rot- terdam’s reputation as a city of architecture. A very wide range of homes is available in the Haven- kwartier. The two hundred homes come in all shapes and sizes, and there is something for every life phase. So the choice is yours! Will you opt for an apartment with one, two or three levels? One of the spacious single-family homes with green roof garden? A rugged Warehouse loft apartment with its own garage? Or will you be en- ticed by the breathtaking views from the luxury penthouses? Have you already decided? Or would you first like to know more about the Havenkwartier and the available homes? Please feel free to contact us if you have sales-related or other questions. You will find our details at the end of this brochure. See you soon at the Kaap! "The Havenkwartier mirrors the character Project team Havenkwartier of Katendrecht: headstrong and tough, but intimate and fun at the same time" 10 11 ROTTERDAM CITY MAP ROTTERDAM THE HAGUE AIRPORT KRALINGSE PLAS A 13 WITTE DE WITHSTRAAT ROTTERDAM A 20 CENTRAAL MEENT MARKT HAL B OIJMANS VAN BEUNINGEN ERASMUSBRUG HOTEL METRO EUROMAST NEW YORK RIJNHAVEN DE KUIP RIJN FEIJENOORD VAN BRIENENOORD HAVEN CITY BRUG MAAS HART VAN ZUID NIEUWE MAAS TUNNEL MAAS HAVEN AHOY A 16 SS ROTTERDAM WILHELMINAPIER HAVENKWARTIER ROTTERDAM LIVING IN AN INTERNATIONAL CITY ROTTERDAM IS DIRECTLY LINKED WITH ITS PORTS. WITH THE RIVER MAAS AND WITH A DOWN-TO-EARTH ‘ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS’ MENTALITY, WHICH HAS ALLOWED THIS TOUGH INDUSTRIAL CITY TO KEEP DEVELOPING OVER MANY DECADES. But Rotterdam is also a city where over 170 different natio nalities wide range of cuisines, spectacular events, professional sport, an live together and side by side. Where many places are ‘hip & international orchestra, sensational museums, influential festivals, happening’ and where architecture can stand its own against major film houses, cinemas, pop concerts and theatres. international cities like London and New York. Buildings like the Markthal, De Rotterdam, Het Timmerhuis and the Centraal Station TRANQUILITY AND GREENERY allow the city to make its own mark on the global stage. Do you need a break from the hustle and bustle of the city? Rotterdam features various tranquil and green areas where you can truly redis- "A versatile, enticing and dynamic international GLOBAL PORT CITY cover yourself. For example, in the city park near Euromast or in one This exciting contrast – with rugged port history on the one hand, of the many other city, district or roof gardens. You can also walk, city. You will love its rich culinary and cultural and a modern, global character on the other – is exactly what makes jog or cycle through the Kralingse Bos or go on a relaxed boat trip on Rotterdam a versatile, enticing and dynamic international city. You the River Rotte. So whether you are interested in sports or want the attractions." will love its rich culinary and cultural attractions, which include a ultimate form of relaxation: Rotterdam has everything you need! 14 15 CENTRAL STATION ERASMUSBRIDGE WA HAVENKWARTIER KATENDRECHT EUROMAST BOIJMANS VAN BEUNINGEN SS ROTTERDAM KUNSTHAL WATERBUS DE ROTTERDAM WERELD MUSEUM WITTE DE THEATER FENIX FOOD HOTEL NEW YORK WITH STRAAT MAASHAVEN WALHALLA FACTORY VEERHAVEN DELIPLEIN WATERBUS WATER TAXI ERASMUSBRUG FOODHALLEN RIJNHAVEN LANTAREN VENSTER NIEUWE LUXOR picture of Gerhard van Roon 18 19 KATENDRECHT HISTORIE KATENDRECHT BREATHES STILL HISTORY PURE, RAW AND A HIVE OF ACTIVITY. KATENDRECHT HAS CHARACTER. THIS CAN PRIMARILY BE ATTRIBUTED TO THE PRESENCE OF WATER, AS WELL AS DIRECT LINKS TO THE HISTORY OF PORT INDUSTRY. BUT ALSO TO EXISTING FACTORIES: CONCRETE GIANTS THAT TRADITIONALLY DEFINE THE WHOLE PENINSULA AND FORM A RUGGED AND ROBUST IMAGE. Even though the area’s glorious past is still visible and tangible, new light and airy residential tower blocks featuring safe playing areas for developments and hard work are helping to shape the future of children. The Havenkwartier is helping to rejuvenate Katendrecht, Katendrecht. For example, quays - where ships once moored and but has remained true to the area’s rough and unpolished character. goods were loaded and unloaded - are now being transformed into That's what the people of Rotterdam love. This makes the Haven- an inspirational recreational area where people meet one another kwartier the ideal place for people who want to live in the city. From and/or enjoy the views and healthy outdoor air. The centre of the starters and yuppies to senior citizens, Kaap inhabitants and families Kaap, which was once a stamping ground for sailors, is now home to with children. 20 21 Foto: Helmuth Tjemmens 22 23 WATERTAXI FOODHALLEN S S R O TT E KATENDRECHT THE KAAP: FROM ILLUSTRIOUS NEIGHBOURHOOD TO DREAM PLACE TO LIVE THE KAAP. THAT’S HOW KATENDRECHT IS REFERRED TO BY MANY OF ROTTERDAM’S RESIDENTS. THE PENINSULA BETWEEN THE RIJNHAVEN AND MAASHAVEN, IN ROTTERDAM - ZUID, HAS SPECIAL CHARACTER. THIS CAN PRIMARILY BE ATTRIBUTED TO ITS ILLUSTRIOUS PAST. Katendrecht was a relatively prosperous village until the start of EXPERIENCE THE UNIQUE ATMOSPHERE the twentieth century. Katendrecht took its current form after the Many creative entrepreneurs are enriching the Kaap with their unique Rijnhaven and Maashaven were excavated to expand the port restaurants, shops, coffee bars, ice cream salons, etc. This means you of Rotterdam. The peninsula then became home to warehouses, can literally experience Katendrecht’s new atmosphere. For example, silos and cheap workers’ houses, as well as maritime pubs, boarding eat Thai food at Delibird, typical Dutch food at C.E.O. baas van het houses for sailors and, after the Second World War, hostels for e.g. vlees, Belgian food at Kwizien or French food at bistro du Bac. Or the many Chinese migrants. buy fresh cheese, bread, coffee, delicious Kaap beer or one of the many other artisanal products at the Fenix Food Factory. Or enjoy BUSTLING, BUT STILL RAW a pleasant evening at the Walhalla theatre or on the SS Rotterdam! Katendrecht’s illustrious past earned it nicknames like the maritime quarter, the red light district and Chinatown. As a result, the idea of THE KAAP REMAINS ATTRACTIVE moving to the Kaap was unthinkable for many people. The people The Kaap will continue develop in the coming years and of Rotterdam mainly talked about the neighbourhood’s social witness the arrival of new hospitality facilities, shops for your problems. This lasted until around fifty years ago, when large-scale daily groceries and many cultural organisations. That is why renovations, new homes and an attractive mix of residents helped to the Kaap remains attractive for a mix of urban inhabitants. "The atmosphere of Katendrecht can be transform Katendrecht into a bustling location. But without losing From starters to families, from two-income households to senior its rough edges. And that is exactly what makes Katendrecht the citizens. They all share a passion for Rotterdam and living between really tasted." ideal place to live for many people. its maritime infrastructure. 26 27 28 29 KATENDRECHT CHILDREN AFRIKAANDERMARKT Play safely in the communal courtyard "From traditional Dutch cheese to or have fun in the Kaappark Turkish delights." LEARN, PLAY AND SPORT How nice to walk together with your neigh- boorkids to one of the primary schools at Katendrecht? And after school? Play in the court- yard of the Havenkwartier or have fun in the Kaappark. And when you will be older; take the bike to the centre of Rotterdam to buy some of your favorite things. Is sport AFRIKAANDERMARKT one of your favorite things? With school you From tropical fruit to trendy clothing. From freshly baked bread to can play football, basketball, judo, gymnas- electronics. And from traditional Dutch cheese to Turkish delights. tics, karate or hockey. There is always some- The Afrikaandermarkt – which is one of the largest markets in Rot- thing exiting to do. terdam – has everything you need. Every Wednesday and Saturday, Ofcourse has Katendrecht every- people from inside and outside the city visit the Pretorialaan to buy thing an big city offers like schools, shops, a wide range of things. But also to enjoy the great atmosphere. And sports, medical centres. And everything to literally taste all cultures that come together here. The Kaap has will be nearby. everything you need! 30 31 PEOPLE & DE KAAP Maarten & Philip ‘At Katendrecht all cultures come together and that’s something you notice when you arrive; you immediately feel at home.’ It is nice and busy in Verhalenhuis Belvedère when we bump into Maarten and Philip.