A Modern Loft-Style School Conversion in Amsterdam

It’s always a joy to see an old building converted into a new purpose so it can function for years to come. This former fashion school in Amsterdam has been converted into 26 modern apartments.

The former fashion school was built in 1914 and 1969, each with specific characteristics that make this building unique. This sustainable, stylish, and playfully designed loft of 202 square meters is located on the third floor and features high ceilings of 4.20 meters, large windows that flood the home with light, a balcony, and a roof terrace.

One of the other apartments of this former school building has also appeared on The Nordroom. You can see that home tour by clicking here.

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What is immediately noticeable upon entering is how unique and light this apartment is. The space is very open, and daylight has free play through the high ceilings and many windows.

The apartment is decorated in a stylish modern industrial look, with black features and wooden loft space. A sleek cast floor lies on the floor.

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The modern kitchen is a beautiful design piece. The high cabinets are beautifully integrated in the loft area and the combination of black cabinets, concrete worktops, and green tiles is simply beautiful.

kitchen and dining space
dining table natural light
loft living space with plywood accents

a large dining table sits in front of the high windows with access to the balcony.

open plan kitchen dining with roof terrace
balcony
balcony with plants
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Through a pair of rustic vintage doors, you enter a small room that is perfect as a guest room.

exposed brick

The built-in cabinets in this room offer a concealed desk. Around the corner, there is a seating area and a double bed on a mezzanine. The original brick wall has been kept in view and is a beautiful reminder of the history of the building.

tiny loft bedroom with shelves
sitting room with built in cabinets

The living room has a custom-made cabinet in which a bar and TV are both hidden.

powder room
spiral staircase
spiral staircase and black feature wall

Via the spiral staircase you reach the upstairs floor with four bedrooms.

hallway
bedroom light green accent wall

The master bedroom, with large windows on 2 sides, is spacious and has a double wardrobe wall.

detail light green bedroom
built in wardrobes
kids bedroom low ceiling
kids bedroom
industrial style bathroom green tiles

The bathroom can be reached via the walkway and has an open structure due to the glass walls in the steel facade; This even allows for a playful look at and contact with the kitchen.

shower green tiles

The bathroom features spring green Winckelmans tiles which are also found in the kitchen and the downstairs toilet.

wooden bathroom vanity
roof terrace with planters
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The roof garden covers no less than 35 m² and is reached via the roof house. This sunny terrace has various seating options; a lounge corner and a large picnic table to enjoy a barbecue on a beautiful summer evening.

roof terrace seating
roof terrace with dining table

The apartment is listed for €1,700,000 at Living Real Estate