Kahmann Gallery announces new location in Rotterdam

Kahmann Gallery announces new location in Rotterdam

Rotterdam, May 13, 2021 – Kahmann Gallery will move into a new location in Rotterdam, on June 26, 2021. In addition to the Amsterdam office, the photography gallery will expand into Keilepand in the harbor area of Nieuw Mathenesse. This progressive step is part of the gallery's long-term vision.
 
Located in Amsterdam's Jordaan since 2005, Kahmann Gallery has developed a fruitful relationship with the city of Rotterdam in recent years. The successful 2016 edition of the Haute Photographie fair nourished this burgeoning partnership and will continue to flourish during Rotterdam Art Week 2022. “With this expansion, we give shape to the warm bond between the many relations in Rotterdam that we would like to explore further,” says Roy Kahmann.
 

A vibrant epicenter in the making

The new space is located at Keilestraat 9, in the heart of the Merwe-Vierhaven project. The building covers 14,500 m² and is designed by the architectural firm GROUP A in collaboration with Studio ADAMS. The building received a nomination for the Rotterdam Architecture Prize and, in the coming years, will be developed into a dynamic ecosystem, where living, working, creativity and entrepreneurship merge. An excellent opportunity and suitable match for Kahmann Gallery.
 
Keilepand 📷 Frank HanswijkKeilepand 📷 Frank Hanswijk
 
The design of the new location will be done in collaboration with Brandsing Meubelmakers, located in the same building. The space comprises of 150 m² and will be devoted to compact and lively events and exhibitions. The first screening is a duo exhibition by photographers, Barry Kornbluh and Rutger ten Broeke, who have been working with Kahmann Gallery since its inception. Their impressive oeuvre of black and white creations, composed over the past five decades, focuses the lens on the recurring theme of nudity.
 

The naked truth of Kornbluh and Ten Broeke

Barry Kornbluh (1952) has American roots and moved to New York in 1977, where he worked at the Magnum Photos archives. There, he developed his own visual style: poetic and blurry, guided by Lisette Model, resulting in dark, dreamy photos with a coarse grain. He assisted several photographers and documented the New York jazz scene. In the 1990s, he moved to Amsterdam, where he further refined his recognizable, mysterious signature.
 
Rutger ten Broeke De Swaen Courtesy of Kahmann GalleryRutger ten Broeke De Swaen Courtesy of Kahmann Gallery
 
Rutger ten Broeke (1944) is known for his classic black and white works in which the naked body is central. He explores the relationship between the female body and nature, resulting in timeless and harmonious photos. Ten Broeke is known for his analog work and very high-quality prints.
 
Stayokay and Marines Museum introduce 'Marines hotel room'

Stayokay and Marines Museum introduce 'Marines hotel room'

The Marines room is  a joint initiative by Stayokay and Marines Museum in Rotterdam. The room includes a family ticket to the Marines Museum as well as breakfast and a surprise for the kids.
 
Rotterdam, 11 May 2021 - Hostel chain Stayokay and the Marines Museum have joined forces to offer a rather unique experience in one of the rooms in Stayokay Rotterdam. The Marines Room for families is completely dedicated to the world of marines, complete with climbing wall and a lookout post over the Maas bridges and the White House. The four-person room is marketed towards families with children aged six and over who want to combine a visit to Rotterdam's toughest museum with a (themed) overnight stay in the city.
 

Room full of adventures

The Marines' Room is a real experience for both big and small adventurers. The room is completely decorated in the theme and has its own shower and toilet. There is a double bed for the parents, a bunk bed for the children and a separate seating area. The room also has its own lookout point. Moreover, there are ropes, rings and a climbing wall.
 
Stayokay and Marines Museum Rotterdam introduce 'Marines hotel room'Stayokay and Marines Museum Rotterdam introduce 'Marines hotel room'
 

Past Collaborations with Museums

Stayokay enjoys often works in partnership with museums in order to make culture accessible to more people. For example, in 2017 and 2018, the Miffy Room, in partnership with the Miffy Museum, and the Railway Museum Room, in partnership with the Railway Museum, were opened in Stayokay Utrecht.
 
Stayokay and Marines Museum Rotterdam introduce 'Marines hotel room'Stayokay and Marines Museum Rotterdam introduce 'Marines hotel room'
 
Primark opens new flagship store in Forum Rotterdam

Primark opens new flagship store in Forum Rotterdam

Rotterdam's new flagship store is Primark's 21st location in the Netherlands. The retailer is known for offering fashion, accessories and homewares at bargain prices. This flagship store is estimated to create more than 300 new jobs.
 
ROTTERDAM, 21 April 2021 - Primark, the international retailer known for its "Amazing Fashion, Amazing Prices" slogan, today has opened the doors of a new flagship store in Forum Rotterdam. The shop covers an area of more than 7400 m2 and offers items like fashion and everyday essentials.
 

Three Primark stores in Rotterdam

Forum Rotterdam is Primark's third store in the city. Primark opened its first store in Rotterdam Alexandrium in 2008, marking Primark's entry into the Dutch retail market at the time. The new Rotterdam flagship store will create over 300 new jobs in the city and give a major boost to the local economy.
 
Kevin Tulip, Director of Sales Primark Benelux, explains why Primark chose to open a third location in Rotterdam: "We have a special bond with Rotterdam since we opened our very first Dutch store here over ten years ago. We have a large number of loyal customers in Rotterdam visiting our stores in Alexandrium and Zuidplein, and we are excited to bring a new store to the city to meet customer demand. The size, scale and range of products will make this store stand out from the crowd, and our customers will have a great shopping experience. We at Primark are proud to offer Rotterdam its own flagship store, and we look forward to welcoming customers to our new store."
 
Inside the new Primark flagship store at Forum RotterdamInside the new Primark flagship store at Forum Rotterdam
 

Customer safety measures

The new Primark shop is currently open by appointment. Appointments can be booked via the website, four hours before a shop visit. Each appointment is limited to one person per booking and allows customers 50 minutes of shopping time in the Primark shop. Customers can book an appointment via the Primark website.
 
As of 28 April, the current COVID-19 measures taken by the government will be adjusted, and it will be possible to visit the store without an appointment. However, conditions still apply, such as a maximum number of visitors in the shop. Of course, our security measures remain in force.
 
New escalators unveiled at World Trade Center Rotterdam

New escalators unveiled at World Trade Center Rotterdam

On 13 April 2021, brand-new escalators at WTC Rotterdam were taken into use for the first time. The outdoor escalators move both diagonally and horizontally while following the contours of the stairs, making them unique in the Netherlands. 
 
ROTTERDAM, 13 April 2021 - Today, the new escalators of the World Trade Center Rotterdam were put into operation for the first time. The eye-catchers are not only a new asset for the streetscape of Rotterdam, but also unique in the Netherlands. They are the very first outdoor escalators that follow the platform and thus move both diagonally and horizontally. WTC Rotterdam has been working on making the monumental building more sustainable for some time now. The revitalization of the entrance area is part of the large master plan with which WTC Rotterdam is being prepared for the future.
 
Architectural firm BiermanHenket, builder Van Wijnen, supplier Schindler and project manager Cushman & Wakefield Project & Development Services worked for months on the realization of the escalators. Managing Director of World Trade Center Rotterdam Eveline Steenbergen is enthusiastic about the final result: "We are extremely proud that the Netherlands' first outdoor escalators lead to the entrance of World Trade Center Rotterdam. It is the epitome of modern technology, and at the same time the monumental character of the building and the beautiful staircase have been preserved. The symmetry has returned and even the tiles that had to be removed for the escalator have been reused where the old escalator used to be."
 
New unique escalators installed at WTC Rotterdam 📷 Gerrit VermeulenNew unique escalators installed at WTC Rotterdam 📷 Gerrit Vermeulen
 
The escalators are also very special on an international scale, explains Rob Jue, Director of New Construction at supplier Schindler: "Even in the 'escalator world' these are special specimens. Worldwide, the number of outdoor escalators is very small. After all, this is a very complex construction and the stairs also have to be able to withstand all kinds of weather conditions. The escalators are therefore more robust than other escalators, so that they can really face a long future. Naturally, the escalators have been produced as sustainably as possible and are low in energy consumption."
 

Revitalization of WTC Rotterdam

The delivery of the escalators marks the completion of the second phase of work on the main entrance. This brings WTC Rotterdam one step closer to the completion of the grand master plan. This plan will provide tenants and visitors with even more high-quality facilities, including a hotel, brasserie, company restaurant and an in-house city gym. In the coming period, much work will be done to complete the plan, including the opening of the new brasserie Jules and the rest of the entrance area.
 

About World Trade Center Rotterdam

World Trade Center Rotterdam, situated in the bustling city centre and in the middle of the Central Business District, has been part of Bouwinvest's Office Fund since 2015 and has a total floor area of 82,000 m². As a member of the World Trade Centers Association, WTC Rotterdam is part of the large international network of World Trade Centers and works intensively with various partners in the field of international business. The former Beursgebouw is a national monument and currently offers accommodation to approx. 100 tenants. In addition to the rental of state-of-the-art office space, freelancers and occasional renters are provided with flexible workspace in the Business Center. The building is known for its high level of facilities, including a hotel with 168 rooms, a conference centre, the Coffee Salon, an Art Gallery, in-house gym, company restaurant, brasserie, WTC Service Store, car parks and shops.
 
Two new coronavirus testing locations in Rotterdam

Two new coronavirus testing locations in Rotterdam

Getting tested for COVID-19 is now easier for Rotterdammers as Spoedtest.nl opens two new rapid testing facilities in the city. The result of a rapid test is given within 30 minutes. PCR-test results take just a few hours and patients are provided with a globally recognized travel certificate.
 
ROTTERDAM, 9 April 2021  - This week, Spoedtest.nl is opening two new branches in Rotterdam. The location at the Ungerplein 2 marks the 60th branch of Spoedtest.nl in the Netherlands. This Saturday, the new site at Schiedamseweg 13A in Rotterdam will be opened. Together with the Bergse Dorpsstraat 26B, three Spoedtest.nl locations in Rotterdam will now offer a PCR test with a worldwide recognized travel certificate, a rapid test and/or an antibody test.
 
It is the ambition of Spoedtest.nl to get a good national coverage with 100 locations, so that everyone in the Netherlands can be at a Spoedtest.nl location within 20 minutes. Spoedtest.nl is a cooperation partner of Arbodienst Medprevent, which has recently been approved by the Ministry of Health to offer employers free antigen rapid tests for employees with symptoms.
 

Reopening the community

"We are very happy with this new milestone: no less than three Spoedtest.nl branches in Rotterdam!" said Rasmus Emmelkamp, co-founder and CEO of Spoedtest.nl. "Barely 7 months ago we started Spoedtest.nl and two branches. We already noticed that people prefer to be tested in their familiar surroundings, instead of in a container on a shunting yard. Our centrally located test sites are therefore located in empty shops or office buildings. Meanwhile, Spoedtest.nl has grown to 60 locations and over 400 well-trained employees. Arbodienst Medprevent has recently entered into a partnership with Spoedtest.nl, commissioned by the Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport, to offer employers rapid tests in order to test employees with symptoms. We are proud that in this way we can contribute to the (re)opening of the Dutch society in the best possible way."
 

About Spoedtest.nl

Spoedtest.nl facilitates accessible, reliable and rapid coronavirus testing by certified staff, according to the standards of the RIVM and the Inspectorate of Health and Youth. This is done from one of the 60 locations of Spoedtest.nl. The result of a rapid test is given within 30 minutes, the result of a PCR test after just a few hours, including a globally recognized travel certificate. The ambition is to get a good national coverage with 100 locations, so that everyone can be at a Spoedtest.nl location within 20 minutes driving time.
 

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