Crossover is mixed-use to the max: this building seamlessly blends high-end offices with affordable youth housing. The challenge was to unify diverse functions and people from varied backgrounds into a dynamic, sustainable space. The outcome is a versatile building that's energy-neutral, circular, green, healthy, and socially inclusive.
Crossover's design includes dynamic building volumes, green rooftop terraces, and a distinctive brick façade. The structure responds to its surroundings: soundproof facing the highway; office towers along Europaboulevard; and a welcoming vibe on the residential side. Yet, it remains a cohesive entity due to the unifying façade design, featuring a robust grid adorned with nougat-hued brick.
Particularly noteworthy is the combination of high-end offices with social housing. The building also features ten homes for first-time buyers, a restaurant and two commercial spaces. Each office floor has access to its own rooftop terrace, contributing to a healthy working environment. The residential part is designed as a 'Startblok'— a community-oriented social housing concept that brings together Dutch youngsters and status holders. Residents enjoy three rooftop terraces and six thematic meeting spaces, encompassing a cinema, study area, and gym. The apartments are accessed through open galleries surrounding serene, green courtyards — a luxurious touch for this housing type.
Crossover excels in sustainability and well-being. It's energy-neutral, adaptable, climate-resilient, circular, and nature-friendly. The façade boasts brick strips crafted from recycled construction materials, while much of the structure is demountable, contributing to circular practices. Indoor installations free up rooftop space for green gardens with water retention capabilities. The building features a smart mobility terminal offering shared bikes and cars for residents and office users alike. CrossOver became the first mixed-use building in the Netherlands to achieve the highest sustainability label, BREEAM Outstanding. Additionally, the office section achieved a WELL Silver certification, prioritizing a health-supportive work environment.
Client: AM Real Estate Development / Equity Estate
Social housing: Lieven de Key
Bricks: StoneCycling
BREEAM Outstanding / WELL Silver
