cafeteria van ruyven by derksenwindt architecten

‘cafeteria van ruyven’ by derksenwindt architectenimage © rené de wit

‘cafeteria ruyven’ by dutch derksenwindt architecten is located alongside a busy connecting road which separates the old centre of maassluis and the adjacent business park. the background of the cafeteria lies behind a train track which connects rotterdam and hoek van holland. the pavilion-like building has an elaborate brick facade layer with rounded corners over which a flat roof. the masonry is interrupted by two large windows with mullions and minimal dimensioned frames. these give passers-by a look inside and create a living showcase that excites and invites passers.

characterized by two horizontal stainless steel bands, the striking canopy stretches over a stone base. the façade lighting is integrated into the overhang which makes the cafeteria contrast its surroundings at night. the interior configuration implements a partial high ceiling, creating an amplified spacious feeling.

image © rené de wit

image © rené de wit

image © rené de wit

image © rené de wit

image © rené de wit

image © derksen|windt architecten

image © derksen|windt architecten

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