1966-2006
Water purification East
The three silos were built as part of Amsterdam’s Zeeburgereiland wastewater treatment plant (Rioolwaterzuiveringsinstallatie Oost), which operated for several decades. In the early 2000s, the installation was decommissioned, and wastewater processing moved to the Westelijk Havengebied.
2006-2017
Silent structures in a changing city
After the treatment plant was dismantled, the silos remained unused. For over a decade, they stood as visible remnants of the site’s industrial past — while the city around them expanded eastward and new neighborhoods took shape.
A new vision
The municipality of Amsterdam launched a public tender to reimagine the site. The winning proposal, titled “Waterkracht,” was developed by Vink Bouw and House of Jim, with architecture by Elephant. It proposed to keep the silos and build a new, accessible destination around them.
Design and public collaboration
Together with the city and local residents, the development team refined the plan. Functions were added — including a cinema, rooftop park, offices, and hospitality — and the commitment to reuse, sustainability, and openness was sharpened.
Construction starts
Work begins on-site. The concrete structures are reinforced. Preparations are made for new top-up towers and skybridges. Foundations for cultural and public functions are laid.
Laying the foundation
Work begins on-site. The concrete structures are reinforced. Preparations are made for new top-up towers and skybridges. Foundations for cultural and public functions are laid.
Delivery Q4 2026
Silos Amsterdam opens to tenants, the public, and the neighborhood. Offices become available. Rialto Cinema screens its first films. The rooftop park opens to everyone.
