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Day of Architecture Amsterdam 2023: Explore New Buildings and Engage with Visionary Architects

Explore Amsterdam's latest urban designs and innovative projects, focusing on 'Access | Accessibility' at this special event.

The Day of Architecture Amsterdam invites visitors to immerse themselves in the city's dynamic architectural landscape. Explore a curated selection of contemporary projects, offering unique insights into sustainable living, historical transformations, and innovative urban planning. Engage with prominent architects and discover how design shapes our urban environment, with a special emphasis on accessibility and public engagement.

About Dag van de Architectuur Amsterdam zaterdag 17 juni 2023 at Amsterdam Centre for Architecture (ARCAM) in Amsterdam

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Exhibition summary

Explore Amsterdam's latest architecture and engage with architects during the Day of Architecture on Saturday, June 17, 2023. The event focuses on 'Access | Accessibility' and features open buildings, guided tours of new projects, and family activities.

Curatorial context

The Day of Architecture Amsterdam on Saturday, June 17, 2023, invites visitors to explore contemporary architectural projects across the city, with the overarching theme of 'Access | Accessibility'. This event offers a unique opportunity to discover the latest in architectural design and engage in conversations with architects. The program on Saturday highlights newly opened buildings and provides guided tours, with a special focus on inclusive tours as part of 'Architecture for Everyone'. Several distinct locations are featured, including Jonas on IJburg, Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Maurits at the Park, the circular waterfront hub Kokomo on Zeeburgereiland with a birdhouse building activity, Our Domain Southeast, KBF Warehouse (Kauwgomballenfabriek) in Oost, Groenmarkt in Centrum-West, and the Wavewood and High End complexes in Buiksloterham&Co. Each location offers specific tours detailing architectural approaches, design choices, and the context of their development. Visitors can learn about sustainable living, mixed-use developments, historical transformations, and innovative urban planning. The event also includes a walking tour of Zuidas and Zuidasdok, culminating at Valley, and mentions a related 'Dag van de Bouw' event. While many locations offer free access, registration via the provided ticket link is required.

Admission and ticket notes

Registration for most tours is free via the ticket link provided at the top of the page. Visitors are advised to check the specific times for reservations as exchanges are not possible. Some tours may have accessibility limitations, and this information is noted for each location.

Dag van de Architectuur Amsterdam zaterdag 17 juni 2023 key exhibition facts

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Venue
Amsterdam Centre for Architecture (ARCAM)
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Jun 17, 2023 – Jun 17, 2023
Artist line / attribution
This event showcases the work of various architects and firms including Orange Architects, Felixx Landscape Architecture, Office Winhov, Studio Linse, Apto Architects, OZ architect, NEXT architects, Ronald Janssen Architecten, and Bastiaan Jongerius Architecten. Street artist Hugo Mulder contributed to Wavewood.
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