Images by idiggitt.
The Bimhuis is a venue for Jazz and improvised music, whilst the Muziekgebouw is for contemporary classical music. Both buildings designed by 3XN sit alongside the Passenger Terminal designed by HOK.
The impressive cantilever of the Muziekgebouw roof contains both an internal lobby and and external cafe - and a grand internal staircase is expressed externally under the Bimhuis. In the lobby, mid level foyers cantilever into the space, and circulation stairs hang in space. The aesthetic is paired back - nearly industrial, but all highly detailed and appropriate.
The dock area around the building has also been regenerated with a modern take on dockside detailing - the infrastructure is well executed, combining steel deck plates, stone, timber and a highly detailed expressive bridge.
