De Kaai: From Factory to Neighbourhood

This former Unilever factory is located on the Nassaukade in a prominent spot along the river Maas – which cannot be missed with its impressively gigantic peanut butter pots! Recently, the once margarine-turned-peanut-butter factory was sold and thus stopped producing Blue Band and Calvé, among other products. In the coming years, this site will transform into a lively 1000-dwelling urban environment called ’De Kaai’. A guide will take you through the old factory – a real piece of industrial heritage – before Mecanoo Architects present their design for the live-work neighbourhood.

Please note: You will be in an industrial setting; the following conditions apply to this visit:

• The construction site is not accessible to people with limited mobility or in wheelchairs.

• Minimum age is 12 years, accompanied by an adult.

• Wear sturdy shoes and no loose-fitting clothing.

• Entry is at your own risk.

• Large bags, food, and drinks are not permitted.

• Latecomers will not be admitted.

• Safety instructions must be followed, and you must stay with the group at all times.