westbeat, amsterdam
Westbeat transforms Amsterdam’s Houthaven district with flexible, green-infused housing that blends modern living and biophilic design.
Architect: Studioninedots
Green Architect: MOSS
Green Contractor: Donker Groep
Location: Amsterdam
Design Year: 2018
Construction Year: 2020
Renders by: Studioninedots
Photos by: Jordi Huisman
Parties: Lingotto, Stichting Achmea Dutch Residential Fund
housing with nature in mind
Westbeat was developed by Lingotto and designed by Studioninedots. MOSS contributed as Green Architect, designing terraces, courtyards, and communal planting that enhance residents’ experience, soften the architecture, and create inviting, nature-rich spaces.
calm, community spaces
The concept emphasizes interaction, flexibility, and connection to nature. MOSS’s greenery integrates seamlessly into balconies, and the courtyard, creating a calm, and welcoming environment while supporting social interaction and complementing the building’s rhythmic, arch-inspired architecture.
sustainability in urban living
Sustainability is achieved through energy-efficient construction, green roofs, and plantings that improve outdoor climate comfort. MOSS’s interventions enhance resident wellbeing and demonstrate how urban housing can balance density with greenery, promoting healthier, more resilient city living.
