Tugelahuis is a sustainable community building in Amsterdam- Oost, Tugelaweg 59A.

Specially developed to support the local neighborhood during the renovation of 500 apartments.

Tugelhuis design is a case of upcycling and sustainability

-Upcycling: re-use of old portacabins in more 'upmarket' (quality) design

-Sustainable: use of bamboo in roof construction, inside and outside finishes (flooring) and interior (counter, desks, cabinet)

A multi-funcitonal set-up: Programming is leading in the design

The programming of Tugelahuis is asking for a multi-functional set-up

Tugelahuis functions are

- information desk:

- office space

- meeting area

- workshop area: neighborhood initiatives

- housing maintenance service

- neighborhood community garden behind Tugelahuis