LOLA

The new public space at Schiehoofd Rotterdam is open!

The terrace of Het Veerhuis Rotterdam and the public space at Schiehoofd have reopend after a major transformation. Designed by LOLA Landscape Architects, this renewed public space makes the Schiemond quay greener, more welcoming, and easier to access.

Surrounded by Bar Schiemond, a bakery, coffee spot, the Schiehavenhallen, and De Kroon with its creative workspaces, the public space offers an open and relaxing setting amid the energy and creativity of the area. At the center, the writers’ house Veerhuis serves as a focal point within this lively district.

The design reconnects the area with the river Maas and the adjacent harbor, dividing the site into three distinctive outdoor spaces linked by a continuous walking path. With its quayside‑inspired paving, the space invites you to wander, watch boats pass by, or simply relax with a good book by the water.

A new place to slow down and enjoy the river.

Client: Het Veerhuis Rotterdam
I.c.w.: Rotterdam Municipality, Climmy Schneider, Droom en Daad, Kunst Schiemond, De Enk
Photography: Mikel Orbegozo