I did my graduation project at the master track Dutch Dwelling, Architecture. The studio focuses on the future city and its densification.

Amsterdam has a shortage of affordable houses for starters. During the crisis Amsterdam has hardly built new dwelling projects. At the same time Amsterdam has become increasingly popular in recent years. Therefore, the demand for housing is enormous. Due to the overheated housing market, it has become almost impossible for starters to find an affordable property in Amsterdam. Also private rent has risen enormously. In addition, there is no progress in social housing. The position of the starters is getting worse and that does not benefit diversity for a 'socially healthy' city. Densification of the city and more efficient living are the solution for a future liveable city. Therefore, one must think about the efficiency of a dwelling. With the high square meters price in Amsterdam, compact apartments could be the solution to create affordable houses for starters.

This graduation project focuses on these affordable compact apartments and the common facilities that come with it. The project has a strong urban context in the inner city of Amsterdam, at the Groenmarkt. This is an area with a high potential with a quay along the Singelgracht and space for a new beautiful square.