Koelhuis District, 2025
2025
Koelhuis District
Location
eindhoven
Size
46.000 m²
Type
Mixed-Use Development
A pioneering redevelopment transforming Eindhoven’s former cold-storage complex into a vibrant cultural and innovation district — where heritage, technology, and community converge.
our story
Key Milestones in Redevelopment
Our journey
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2024
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Original cold-storage facility built for regional produce trade.
Strategic acquisition by Bakkers | Hommen and partners.
Urban redevelopment plan initiated in collaboration with municipality.
Start of design for Koelhuis venue and surrounding district.
Renovation and construction phase launched.
Phased delivery of cultural venues, creative workplaces, and public spaces.
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Statistics
Koelhuis District by the Numbers
The scale of transformation redefining Eindhoven’s urban core.
Surface area (m2)
40 Surface area (m2)
public space integration (m2)
6.745+ public space integration (m2)
Projected activity increase
25% Projected activity increase
challenge
Reviving a Forgotten Industrial Zone Without Erasing Its Identity
Koelhuis District’s biggest challenge was preserving the authenticity of Eindhoven’s industrial heritage while redefining it for a new era of culture, innovation, and public engagement.
approach
Transforming Structure into Community
Bakkers | Hommen developed a framework that combines adaptive reuse with forward-looking urban planning. By bridging design, technology, and public collaboration, the district became a living example of long-term value creation.
impact
A Cultural District Shaping Eindhoven’s Future
Koelhuis District marks a turning point for Eindhoven — a place where innovation, education, and art intertwine to build a sustainable and inclusive urban future.
Social Impact
Environmental Impact
Economic Impact
