The Mahogany
The Mahonie is a residential block that stands with its feet in the water, with sweeping views of the IJ River. It is one of the first buildings in Amsterdam (the Netherlands?) with Friends housing in social rent. It is a housing concept of Woningstichting Lieven de Key for young people who are working or about to graduate. The homes are affordable and comfortable: safe, clean and pleasant living at a very affordable rent. The building contains 65 social housing units.
The Friends residences are for three people. Young people between 18 and 28 can rent a private room with its own bathroom and toilet. The three residents share a spacious living kitchen. Attached to this living kitchen is a balcony or small garden on the waterfront. Furthermore, the residential building has a common living room for various activities and a common laundry room. There is also space for bicycles in one of the three communal indoor bicycle sheds.
The building meets strict sustainability requirements. Sustainability also means being able to respond to changes in need: the houses can easily be converted into spacious apartments. A large part of the quay will be designed as collective outdoor space so that all residents can enjoy the water.
In the image quality plan of this island in the Houthaven, the theme "Distinguished Ladies" was chosen. It refers to the stately allure of homes from the beginning of the last century. The Mahogany is a contemporary interpretation of this theme with white accents defining the streetscape. The properties are architecturally related, but each has its own facade design. Accents provide variety and distinctive heads form a clear termination. Previously the domain of a bustling lumberyard, this spot is now Memorial Island in the Houthaven. Of particular note is the use of some old ornaments from demolished historic buildings.
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