Anna Klein
Member
Overview
Floating Office Rotterdam (FOR) is a groundbreaking project redefining sustainable architecture and urban innovation. Moored at the Rijnhaven in Rotterdam, FOR is the world’s largest floating office building, designed to showcase adaptability to rising sea levels and set new standards for energy-efficient, climate-resilient construction.The project exemplifies Rotterdam’s leadership in water management and sustainable urban development.
Key Features
- Floating Structure:
- Built on a concrete pontoon.
- Designed to rise and fall with water levels.
- Sustainability:
- Energy self-sufficient with rooftop solar panels.
- Green roof and passive climate control.
- Timber construction for low carbon footprint.
- Usage:
- Headquarters of the Global Center on Adaptation (GCA).
- Public restaurant and event spaces.
- Climate Resilience:
- Adaptable to future sea level rise.
- Minimal impact on the marine environment.
Design and Architecture
- Architects: Powerhouse Company
- Engineering: ABT
- Developer: RED Company
Timeline
- 2018: Concept development
- 2020: Construction commenced
- 2021: Completion and opening
Urban Impact
- Innovation Showcase: Demonstrates scalable floating construction technologies.
- Climate Adaptation: Pioneers adaptive strategies for flood-prone urban areas.
- Public Engagement: Open spaces encourage community interaction with waterfront innovation.
Official Links
- Powerhouse Company – Floating Office Rotterdam
Powerhouse Company - Floating Office Rotterdam (FOR)
www.powerhouse-company.com
- RED Company – Floating Office Rotterdam
REDC - Floating Office Rotterdam
The Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) moved its headquarters into the Floating Office Rotterdam (FOR). This one-of-a-kind project is a paragon of state-of-the-art sustainability measures. The GCA is a leading global knowledge center that supports countries, organizations, and companies with...
www.red-company.nl
YouTube Videos
- Inside Floating Office Rotterdam
- How cities can float