A creation of Dutch studio Barbara Vos and studio TILIA, the Paard van Troje remodel gave new life to the iconic concert hall.
Perhaps the most cutting edge facet of this renovation is the fact that it was crowd-funded. "Through buying a share, the public could not only participate in the refurbishment but could also become a permanent part of that refurbishment," say the architects of community support. Each donor was compensated with having their name displayed on a glass installation by the bar.
With the prominence of Kickstarter, it is refreshing to see that tendency of crowd-sourced funding of the arts and their venues are gaining momentum. Along with philanthropic aspect, the space boasts a modern industrial interior that makes the Paard van Troje remodel quite outstanding.
Industrial Aesthetic Atriums
The Paard van Troje Remodel Gave a Modernist Twist to the Venue
Trend Themes
1. Crowd-funded Venues - Crowd-sourced funding of the arts and their venues are gaining momentum
2. Industrial Interior Design - Modern industrial interior design is becoming more prominent in renovated spaces
3. Community-supported Architecture - Community support is becoming a more prevalent factor in architectural projects
Industry Implications
1. Architecture/design - There are opportunities for architecture and design firms to incorporate community involvement and modern industrial designs
2. Arts/entertainment - Arts and entertainment venues can utilize crowd-sourced funding to engage with their community and modernize their interior design
3. Crowdfunding Platforms - Opportunities for crowdfunding platforms to expand into arts and entertainment projects with community-supported architecture