Het Veem | A Tip from Rik
We're at Strijp-S. At the end of the long row with former factory buildings, you'll find het Veem. A building where history and future meet each other on twelve floors. Between the characteristic elements of the building, you can dive into a virtual reality world at Enversed, get a fresh taste in Vershal and discover a new ecosystem at Duurzame Kost. Rik leads the way.
From storage to National Monument
The Veemgebouw is a unique piece of architecture at Strijp-S. It’s the only building that was built during the occupation in the Second World War. This can be seen by the concrete 'mushroom columns' that keep the old warehouse for Philips equipment upright. The facade shows you that the building is divided into three equal segments and the horizontal white stripes tell the number of floors. The name ‘Veem’ takes you back in time, meaning ‘storage’. The yellow doors and green railings take you back to the present. Where there is room for a food hall, virtual escape rooms and events like the Dutch Design Week.
Fair Food
Duurzame Kost also colors the building green. On the fifth floor, the company has been given a place where, as the name suggests, honest food is grown. The red-pink light doesn't differ anything from the normal greenhouses but you won't find any additives or even soil here, as the crops grow in water. An aquaponic system creates an indoor ecosystem within the enclosed space. In the circulating water vegetables, fruit and fish are grown. The city farm delivers to local restaurants. Taste it at Vershal or other restaurants in Eindhoven. Would you like to see it up close? Then Rik suggests a guided tour! Check our Unfold documentary 365 Days of Spring for a first impression.
Rik studied architecture and is a city guide in Eindhoven. Every two weeks he shares a tip.
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Loads 040 | A Tip from Rik
This week he can be found at the Aalsterweg in Loads040: an old warehouse that has been transformed into a paradise for vintage lovers.
Ginscal | A Tip from Rik
At the end of Stratumseind, between the bars and other hospitality establishments, you will find gin and agave bar Ginscal. A cheerful hangout that’s driven by a passion for cocktails. Come along with Rik!
MU Hybrid Art House | A Tip from Rik
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Buurtfiguren | A Tip from Rik
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