Weesperzijde 122
Weesper No. 122 is an early 20th century building located right on the Amstel River. The building has been completely renovated to high standards. There are five turn-key apartments, each with an insane view. Can you picture it? With a cup of coffee, the windows and balcony doors wide open, looking at passing boats and passersby. The apartments are on private land.
The housing types
- One two-story dwelling on the first floor and basement, including garden and annex, approximately 200 sq. m.
- Four one-story apartments, approximately 70 m², two with front balconies. Three upper residences have a balcony at the rear. The upper residential floor has a roof terrace as outdoor space.
Homes have been sold with reservations. View available homes and price list here
Would you like to come and view the homes? Contact Broersma Wonen and schedule a viewing by calling 020-3059777 or emailing wonen@broersma.nl.
Interior design by Gwen Hoopman
Gwen has now been serving diverse markets for nearly eleven years, from hotels and high-end stores to individuals with major renovations. She also develops concepts for restaurants. For Weesper No. 122, they wanted to create something unique; it had to be high-end and exude warmth. Throughout the building, she had the walls rounded off. This innovative design softens the clean lines. Today we speak with Gwen to find out how she designed this special project.
How did you go about designing the Weesperzijde?
We wanted to orient the layout in terms of living space to the Amstel River as much as possible. We looked at who would be living there, what the best layout is, how the light falls and what colors and materials fit with it.
I wanted to add cheerfulness while finding a balance between timelessness, classic and modern.
A mix of real materials such as natural stone, wood, glass and linen add atmosphere and warmth to your interior, but also represent tranquility and simplicity. Moreover, natural materials are often eco-friendly, recycled or biodegradable, so you are contributing to a sustainable world.
So much more is possible than just using beige tones and I am happy to see that people are daring more and more, also in terms of color. You will soon find this in this project in the kitchens, for example.
Instead of traditional cornices, we chose seamless finishes to emphasize height. Large windows for as much light as possible, to connect inside and outside more. Everything was chosen from the concept and coordinated with each other, but each floor and apartment was given its own identity. It will be serene and calm, but also powerful and inviting.
What specifically are you designing for this project?
In addition to the layout, lighting and materialization, I am also working on the facade, garden design, fencing, stairs, gazebo, etcetera, in consultation with the technical structural engineer. I wanted rounded balconies, although the builder initially said this was not possible. For the window frames, balconies and fencing, the desire was for a high-end dark brown bronze shade, which was not available in, for example, the standard RAL. After much experimentation, we were able to realize this and this color appears throughout. Our eye for detail really comes into its own.
In the bathrooms, we combined large format ceramic tiles with natural stone sink tops.
The combination with the mirror recessed in curves, bronze faucets and round cut marble mosaic create a harmonious flow in the design.
Surroundings
Weesperzijde 122 is located at the beginning of the Amstel River and surrounded by greenery. The neighborhood offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy coffee, drinks and delicious food. Stroll to the terrace of De Ysbreeker, enjoy dinner at Rijsel, or grab a cup of coffee at the Greek Embassy. The promenade along the Amstel River is ideal for running or even taking a dip in the swimming section of the river. Boating is also among the options: head toward picturesque Ouderkerk or cruise to the bustling city center.
For a rawer atmosphere, head to the Volkshotel or BAUT on Wibautstraat, both popular for both dining and nightlife. For daily groceries you'll find butcher Vincent and the caterer, and for delicious bread you're at the right place at Hartog.
Cross the lively Beukenplein and you are in the Oosterpark, perfect for a picnic or a leisurely stroll. Culture lovers can easily stroll along the Amstel River to Carré, or a little further on to the Hermitage and the Muziektheater.
Accessibility
The Weesperzijde is car-free, which makes the street a perfect route for cyclists. From the A10 ring road, take exit S112, after which you can easily reach the property via Wibautstraat and Marcusstraat. The metro stop on Wibautstraat offers a quick connection to both Amsterdam Central and Amsterdam Zuidoost.
