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Rising on the banks of the Tolhuis Canal, in the heart of Amsterdam-Noord’s creative and forward-thinking energy, ASTR is taking shape. Not your average neighbourhood, but a bold and characterful urban district where living and working go hand in hand.
Here, you can still hear the hum of craft, smell freshly cut wood, and sense the energy of the past. Rooted in Buiksloterham’s industrial heritage — but reimagined for tomorrow: green, circular and built to last.
ASTR consists of four residential buildings that echo the raw, characterful spirit of Buiksloterham. With robust materials, timeless architecture, and a strong connection to the water, this is a truly distinctive place in the city. You don’t just live by the water here — you live in a breathing environment: green rooftops, biodiverse courtyards, and public spaces designed in harmony with nature.
Each home is built with sustainability and comfort in mind — from spacious balconies to an energy-efficient, Paris-Proof approach, ASTR is made for the future. The mix of social housing, mid-range rentals and owner-occupied homes creates a diverse and inclusive neighbourhood, where people from all walks of life come together to shape a new part of Amsterdam.
ASTR is more than just a place to live — it’s a neighbourhood powered by making and doing. On the lower floors, there’s space for hands-on work: from bike repairs and sewing to woodwork and circular startups. These makers add energy and identity to the area.
Living and working come together here with a shared goal: building a future-proof city. ASTR is constructed using reclaimed materials, circular principles and ultra-low energy use — all with tomorrow in mind.
Whether you're sitting by the canal, having coffee in the courtyard, or looking out over the water from your home, ASTR offers a new way to experience the city. Rooted in the past, made for what’s next — where craft, creativity and urban life meet.
