Ijsdoornlaan

Amsterdam’s compact city initiative aims to densify urban spaces, and the IJdoornlaan housing complex in Amsterdam-Noord is a prime example. Two of five identical housing blocks were transformed to include two lightweight additional stories. These stories feature rental apartments accessed via external galleries and elevators integrated into sleek eleven-story towers. The project also included full renovation of existing apartments, enhancing the entire complex’s functionality and appeal.

The project added 78 homes while requiring just 5,000 square feet of open space—a model of efficient urban densification. It exemplifies modern, sustainable design with an eye for community needs, blending innovative materials and thoughtful integration of public and private spaces.

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