Ceramic House

Ceramic House

The P.C. Hooftstraat in Amsterdam, renowned as the city’s premier fashion street, has seen a significant transformation in recent years, becoming a hub for architectural innovation as well. Among the notable additions to this transformation are The Looking Glass by UNStudio and the Cristal House by MVRDV, both of which have elevated the street's architectural profile.

 

Project name_     Ceramic House
Project by_       Studio RAP Rotterdam
Partners_         Koninklijke Tichelaar Makkum
Scope_            Design + fabrication
Parametric tools_ Rhino Grasshopper and inhouse software
Fabrication_      In-house clayprinting
Date_             January 2022
Location_         P.C. Hooftstraat Amsterdam

In 2021, Studio RAP was commissioned to contribute to this architectural renaissance by creating a 3D-ceramic printed facade. This project involved reimagining the traditional cross-bond brick pattern by integrating stainless steel joints and expressive 3D patterns into the design. To achieve this, Studio RAP developed a novel printing setup capable of fabricating a large quantity

of ceramic tiles necessary for the facade. This innovative approach not only highlights the merging of traditional and contemporary design elements but also showcases the potential of 3D printing technology in modern architecture. The result is a striking and unique facade that adds to the street's visual and architectural diversity.