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Keizers Continental
Located on a spacious and open stretch of the Keizersgracht, this exceptional apartment occupies the third floor of a distinctive building dating from 1927. Originally constructed for the Continentale Handelsbank and later used for many years by organizations including the ANWB, the building bears a rich history that is still palpable in its stately architecture and generous proportions.
The apartment stands out due to its exceptional width at the front. The tall, arched windows offer an unobstructed view of the canal and create a strikingly bright living space. With a living area of approximately 186 m² and a direct elevator leading into the apartment, the home offers a level of comfort rarely found in historic canal-side properties.
The combination of the wide facade, the open living space, and the quiet bedrooms at the rear creates a clear and well-balanced layout. The southwest-facing terrace provides a pleasant outdoor space with afternoon and evening sun.
Its location between Vijzelstraat and Leidsegracht means that amenities, restaurants, and public transportation are within easy reach, while the view over the canal offers tranquility and space.
Jelle Mundt | Real Estate Agent Broersma Wonen
Adres
Koningslaan 14,
1075 AC Amsterdam
+31 (0)20 305 97 77
Architecture and Design
Located on Keizersgracht, this building Immediately stands out Immediately its exceptional width and striking facade, a rarity within the canal belt. The natural stone facade, richly executed and meticulously detailed, is characterized by tall round-arched windows that give the building an almost monumental presence. The rhythm of the windows and the refined entrance create a powerful yet balanced composition.
The building was designed in 1927 for the Continentale Handelsbank and still exudes the grandeur of its original purpose. That history is evident in the generous proportions, the high ceilings, and the width of the facade elements, which give this building a rare sense of spaciousness along the canal.
The living area at the front makes the most of this architectural design. A series of tall windows allows light to flood deep into the space and offers a panoramic view of the Keizersgracht. The ceiling height of over three meters enhances the sense of elegance and grandeur.
The layout is clear and spacious, with multiple living areas naturally coexisting side by side without sacrificing the sense of openness. Direct elevator access to the apartment underscores the home’s private character. With approximately 186 m² of living space and a facade that stands out in both width and design, this apartment is easily recognizable within the canal belt.
Neighborhood
Keizersgracht 496A is located in the Grachtengordel-Zuid. The vibrant atmosphere of the city center is just a stone’s throw away. Within a short walking distance are Leidseplein and Koningsplein, among other locations, offering a wide variety of shops, boutiques, cafés, outdoor seating areas, and restaurants. The Negen Straatjes, known for their specialty shops and charming restaurants, are also just a few minutes away. For culture and leisure, the DeLaMar Theater, the Stadsschouwburg, and various museums are within walking or cycling distance. At the same time, the canals and surrounding streets offer plenty of opportunities to enjoy the historic surroundings and the greenery along the water.
Neighborhood guide
What makes this neighborhood special is the balance between residential life and culture. Just a short walk away is the Spiegelkwartier, known for its galleries and art dealers, while the Museumkwartier and Utrechtsestraat are also nearby. The 9 Straatjes and the Jordaan offer a wide variety of shops and restaurants.
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Wolf Bakery
Bakkerij Wolf is located in Amsterdam's Nine Streets. Stay a while or take some tasty treats home with you. The sourdough breads are displayed on rustic wooden racks behind the counter. This bakery on Wolfstraat offers breads, croissants, and pastries of the highest quality. The smell of cinnamon rolls and croissants is irresistible, and you'll be amazed by the display case full of delicacies. Be sure to try the almond croissant and the strawberry tart.
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Pompadour Chocolate Shop
Chocolaterie Pompadour is a patisserie on Huidenstraat. Here, everything revolves around craftsmanship, pure products, and a passion for chocolate and pastries. Each chocolate is carefully crafted and beautifully decorated. In the adjoining tearoom, you can enjoy delicious tea or Catalan coffee in the beautifully nostalgic interior. With each cup of coffee, Pomadour also serves a homemade financier, a delicious French cake made with Spanish almonds and brown butter. In short, this is the place to be for the best pastries with pure flavors.
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Cheese Chamber
The name says it all; at the Kaaskamer you can go for cheese. From floor to ceiling, this store is filled with cheese, with craftsmanship and tradition being paramount. At this cheese specialty store you can buy between 300 and 400 types of cheese from all over Europe. You can have your sandwich topped with a wide choice and to top it off you can also choose between different homemade sauces. The cheeses are collected from France every two weeks and in the Netherlands the focus is on organic cheeses that come directly from the farmer. Wines, salads, olives, hams and nuts are also sold for a complete cheese board.
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Foodware
Foodware is the place for honest food: freshly prepared and without artificial additives. Combine different dishes into a meal by choosing from a range of fish, meat, or vegetarian ingredients. Foodware was originally a caterer, but nowadays you can also eat their delicious fresh meals in the restaurant on Looiersgracht. But are you in a hurry? Then you can always just take the food with you. The range of dishes is fairly fixed and not very large, but this promotes quality. Fancy tasty, healthy, and not too complicated food? Then Foodware is the perfect place to go.
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Chenin Chenin
Chenin Chenin is a wine shop, online store, and subscription service for natural wines, beer, cider, and sake. It is located in the heart of Amsterdam. The assortment is a continuously evolving list of original and, above all, drinkable wines. From underrated bargains to hard-to-find gems. At Chenin Chenin, they love wines from all over the world, regardless of trends. They are open Tuesday through Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Café Wolf
Bakkerij Wolf opened its doors a year ago. And now, in addition, Café Wolf has opened, where you can enjoy refreshing dishes full of vegetables in a beautiful Scandinavian interior. The dishes here are not your standard fare, but offer a unique culinary experience of a high standard. The Café is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM (the kitchen closes at 5:00 PM).
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Chun Café
In the busy Negenstraatjes (Nine Streets), Chun Cafe has recently expanded their bubble tea menu with a selection of special sandwiches. The sandwiches are available in four flavors. The options are: egg salad, bacon egg and cheese, garlic shrimp egg, and rib-eye bulgogi. Deliciously buttery and perfectly toasted.
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Vinkeles (**)
Enclosed by the Dylan hotel, restaurant Vinkeles is like a small piece of France close to home. With a beautiful location on the Keizersgracht, the restaurant is pre-eminently a chic affair. The kitchen bears the signature of chef Jurgen van der Zalm, who earned his second star with it in 2023.
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Café Restaurant Verlan
The former building of the famous Envy is getting a new lease of life with Café Restaurant Verlan. This cozy restaurant serves contemporary French à-la-carte dishes. The dinner menu is available all day, while lunch is served until 3:00 PM. Whether you're looking for coffee, a full lunch, snacks, or dinner, Verlan has it all. You can take a seat at the long marble bar and watch the chefs at work in the open kitchen. The restaurant is open from Wednesday to Monday for dinner, and on Saturday and Sunday for lunch.
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Screaming Beans
Screaming Beans is an Amsterdam brand known locally and internationally for its high-quality coffee. This location is situated in the middle of Amsterdam's historic Nine Streets. With its cozy and familiar atmosphere, the shop on Runstraat has become a second living room for entrepreneurs, residents, and visitors to Runstraat. Come by and enjoy a delicious pastry baked by Sara or Mateen.
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Fou Fow Ramen
This ramen restaurant used to be a well-kept secret tucked away in the Chinese neighborhood. But now Fou Fow has two locations in the city and is a household name for Amsterdam residents who love ramen. On the lively and bustling Elandsgracht, you can enjoy Fou Fow's delicious and reasonably priced ramen, which originated in China. You can choose from four types of soup based on different broths, which are then topped with various ingredients, including, of course, the main ingredient: noodles!
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Smelt Restaurant
Smelt is a cozy and atmospheric restaurant in Amsterdam's 9 Straatjes district. The restaurant specializes in cheese fondue and offers five different types of cheese. In addition to classic cheese fondue, Smelt also offers special flavors such as truffle and pesto. If you are not a big eater, you can also order single portions. Smelt's interior is cozy and warm, with lots of wood and candlelight. It is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious cheese fondue with friends or family.
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Café de Doffer
Café in the 9 Streets with a cozy terrace and a simple but good menu. You can also come here for lunch and snacks. De Doffer has been a household name in Amsterdam's 9 Streets since the seventies and therefore attracts a nice varied crowd with, of course, a good portion of Amsterdam conviviality. Something for everyone here!
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Café de Pels
Café de Pels is a truly intellectual creative café. Many a book or column has been written here, good conversations are held here, and fun or stupid jokes are tried out here. In the Pels, people also flirt in the Amsterdam way, discuss and, as it should be in an Amsterdam brown café, drink beer. The walls are covered with art made by regular guests themselves. It is a brown café with a creative edge, sandwiches with 'kroket' and a daily special on Mondays.
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Gifu Ramen Bar
Chef and co-owner Ryoji Miyachi pays tribute to the Japanese ramen culture he grew up with at Gifu Ramen Bar. Together with the team behind Chun Café, he positions ramen as fully-fledged chef-driven comfort food. The cuisine revolves around perfectly balanced broths that are simmered for hours to achieve maximum depth and umami. In addition to ramen, Gifu serves izakaya-style dishes that complete the Japanese dining experience. The atmosphere is calm and warm, with a minimalist interior and a view of the open kitchen.
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Jansz Restaurant
The 17th-century craftsman Volkert Jansz: a man with refined taste, good style and a passion for lively conversations. He strongly believed that decadence and luxury only truly come into their own when you share them, and that is exactly how it feels at Jansz. Modern Dutch cuisine prepared with love. You can also go there for lunch and coffee if you are strolling through the 9 streets.
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Lotti’s
Restaurant Lotti's is located in the Hoxton hotel. The hotel is a lively place where live jazz is played during lunch on weekends. It is a great meeting place and workplace in the heart of the city center. For a quick bite, the truffle fries are popular, and the Hox Cheeseburger is a must-try. Take a look and experience it for yourself.
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Koffiehuis de Hoek
On the corner of the Runstraat and Prinsengracht you will find this classic Amsterdam coffee house. Since 1954, many different people have known how to find this special place. On the sunny terrace you can enjoy the hustle and bustle on the Amsterdam canals and inside you can enjoy the beautiful interior. Good homemade cakes, pancakes, omelets and other tasty sandwiches and of course: coffee.
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Bussia
A modern Italian restaurant and artisan bakery in the heart of Amsterdam. The bakery provides crusty sourdough bread, fresh barista coffee, and the most delicious Italian pastries. In the evening, the bakery serves as the entrance to the restaurant. Bussia's kitchen has a refined Italian cooking style, where craftsmanship and modernity come together. Only the very best authentic ingredients form the basis of the cuisine. The bread, pastries, and pasta are handmade. Taste the authenticity. Just as Italian cuisine is meant to be. No shortcuts, only precision, patience, and love.
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The Lebanese Sajeria
Every day, long queues form in front of the The Lebanese Sajeria branches in Amsterdam. This establishment started as a food truck where the owners served Lebanese fast food with a twist. In 2016, they opened their first restaurant in the 9 Straatjes (9 streets) and it became a great success. They now have three locations in Amsterdam where they serve delicious dishes from Lebanese cuisine every day. At The Lebanese Sajeria, they cook with a traditional Saj; a dome-shaped plate on which breads can be baked. They make their manoushes and saj breads on the saj, which are used for the flavorful wraps such as the Manoushe Zatar and Halloumi or the Beef Labneh.
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Rakang
The Thai restaurant Rakang is located on the always pleasant Elandsgracht. Friendly service, pleasant atmosphere and delicious authentic Thai food! And according to some, even the tastiest Thai in Amsterdam... We'll leave it up to you to agree. But if you are looking for a tasty, fresh, Asian restaurant. Then Rakang is definitely worth it. And after that delicious Thai meal, the Elandsgracht offers plenty of opportunity to have a beer in one of the many pubs.
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Sagardi
In 2020, Sagardi opened its doors. It is part of the Spanish group Sagardi Restaurant, which is located throughout Europe. At Sagardi, they serve the best cuts of Basque red meat, or txuleton, wild fish from the Basque ports and their own cultivated fruits and vegetables from their own gardens. Chef Iñaki López de Viñaspre is known for his honest and authentic cuisine with the taste of yesteryear.
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Café ‘t Molentje
Café ‘t Molentje is located in the heart of Amsterdam. The café has been around since 1892 and is now run by the third generation. The café has a cozy living room atmosphere with a public record player. Many antique elements of the interior have been preserved and the atmosphere is still as it used to be.
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Oaxaca
At Oaxaca, chef Joan Bagur presents traditional Mexican cuisine amidst the beautifully renovated old buildings of Haesje Claes on the Spui. You can opt for a chef's menu, a culinary journey through the most important regions of Mexico, or your own a-la-carte selection. In addition to the restaurant, you can also visit a mezcal tasting room here. Which alone is worth a visit!
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Coffee shop
The most delicious Italian coffee made by good baristas. The service is very good and you can taste that the coffee is made by experts. You can also go here for simple and tasty breakfast snacks. They have take-away here, but sitting inside is also possible. The coffee shop has several branches in the city.
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Lucius Visrestaurant
At Lucius you can expect high quality with a cozy informal atmosphere. Hospitality is paramount here, and you notice that immediately when you walk in. In the middle of the busy Amsterdam city center, you will find this high-quality place. From daily fresh fish to plateaus fruits de mer, oysters or baked North Sea sole, the fish lover will not be short of anything here.
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Ela Restobar
ELA Restobar is happy to welcome you to their 'all-day' food concept. In the morning and afternoon it is the ideal location for a delicious cup of Spanish coffee, a tasty lunch or a (business) meeting. As the day progresses, it turns into a place where you can enjoy a refreshing cocktail or a flavorful Italian beer. And for those who are hungry, chef Teun Dikkers offers a unique twist on classic Mediterranean cuisine.
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Bar Parry
Bar Parry is the younger brother/sister of Restaurant Balthazar’s Keuken. At Bar Parry, they have been serving delicious small dishes, charcuterie and cheese with a nice glass of wine since 2018. They have been working closely with De Wijnwinkel (Runstraat 23) for almost 25 years. A large part of the assortment is on the menu in the bar. Special: they use a fixed surcharge on the store price so that they can also serve the more special wines for a good price.
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Hoppe
This cafe is a classic: Café Hoppe has been located on the central square called t’ Spui since 1670. Café Hoppe has a rich history: the foundation for one of the largest political parties in the Netherlands was laid here, former Queen Beatrix honored the traditional Amsterdam pub with a visit, and Freddy Heineken, founder of the most famous Dutch beer, was a regular at this centrally located cafe. Hoppe is still one of the most vibrant cafes in the center of Amsterdam. Settle down here for a (Heineken) beer, enjoy the sun, and look around.
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Pazzi
Pazzi's wood-fired pizzas have been available in every district of Amsterdam since 2010. The formula is simple: each location has a cozy interior, welcoming you with a friendly Italian atmosphere as soon as you walk in. The wood-fired pizzas are made in the traditional way and the toppings are carefully selected. It's an Italian experience that is simply flawless and will keep you coming back for more. If you're in the mood for a good pizza, Pazzi is the place to be.
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Cecconi’s
Cecconi’s is located in the Soho House; a hotel chain and members club in the Bungehuis on the Singel. A former canteen of the University of Amsterdam. The cuisine of Cecconi’s focuses on Northern Italian influences, with specialties such as fresh pasta and fish dishes. Think of Spaghetti with lobster, Burrata and the classic Tiramisu.
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Pianeta Terra
Fabio from Pianeta Terra is known as the undisputed champion of slow food in the city. In his kitchen, he masterfully combines the finest local ingredients to create authentic Italian dishes. Hostess Laura Martini completes the experience by serving matching exquisite wines, guaranteeing a perfectly curated evening.
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Café The Laurel Tree
Café De Laurierboom has been an authentic neighborhood café in the heart of the Jordaan district for 150 years. It has a cozy atmosphere and a wonderful mix of visitors. Local residents, young creative types, and tourists, but also chess enthusiasts, for whom the café is well known.
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De BorzoGallery
De BorzoGallery, located on the Keizersgracht, is a leader in the field of NUL/Zero, minimalism and conceptual art. Linking the recent past to contemporary art is one of its most important priorities. As they say themselves: “Artists of today ‘stand on the shoulders’ of their predecessors, and we do not shy away from stark contrasts.”
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Stevenson
The gallery was founded in 2003 and is run by a collective of 13 directors, including Federica Angelucci, Marc Barben, Lerato Bereng, Joost Bosland, David Brodie, Sinazo Chiya, Andrew da Conceicao, Jessica Honeyman, Lanese Jaftha, Sisipho Ngodwana, Sophie Perryer, Alexander Richards and Michael Stevenson, Stevenson presents an international exhibition program with a specific focus on the regions in which its galleries are located, namely Cape Town, Johannesburg and Amsterdam.
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Galerie Ron Mandos
In 20 years, Galerie Ron Mandos has gained a prominent place within the Dutch art scene. The gallery opened its doors in Rotterdam in 1999 and has since moved to its current gallery in Amsterdam's gallery district in 2010. Galerie Ron Mandos is a gallery for contemporary art and presents exhibitions by internationally recognized artists, among others, but the focus is on emerging artists.
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The Merchant House
The Merchant House was founded by Marsha Plotnitsky and is located in a seventeenth-century canal house. It is an art space and gallery that presents contemporary art to discover, explore, and collect. The gallery embodies a contemporary approach to the traditions that connect the city and art. Since launching the program in 2013, Plotnitsky has curated more than thirty thematic projects, collaborating with artists to create site-specific Services and installations, commissioned work, and new work that complements the distinctive canal house and other spaces.
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GRIMM
GRIMM was founded in Amsterdam in 2005. Since its inception, the contemporary art gallery has focused on promoting and supporting emerging and mid-career artists working in a diverse range of media. They represent more than thirty international artists and have a gallery in New York in addition to their gallery in Amsterdam.
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Ellen de Bruijne Projects
Ellen de Bruijne Projects is a gallery that, since its first exhibition in 1999, has focused on new trends in contemporary art by comparing the new with the recent past and experimenting to develop new standards, with an emphasis on performing art, socially related art, installations and works in progress.
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Bart Gallery
Galerie Bart is a contemporary art gallery in Amsterdam that focuses on both established and young artists who graduated in the Netherlands and excel in their innovative craftsmanship. At Bart, you will find artists who create work that is either playful and fresh, robust and sharp, serene and light-hearted, or serious with a touch of humor. They explore the boundaries of their medium and question them, with the aim of pushing those boundaries.
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Gallery of Caroline O'Breen
Caroline O'Breen's gallery is a household name in Amsterdam's contemporary art market. In addition to exhibiting at Amsterdam art fairs, the gallery can also be visited at its location on Hazenstraat. Here, Caroline O'Breen presents leading visual art with a strong focus on photography. The art on display reflects a strong interest in female artists, and artists who reflect on natural environmental themes are of particular importance to this gallery.
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Wouter van Leeuwen Gallery
Wouter van Leeuwen's gallery is tucked away on Hazenstraat in the Jordaan neighborhood. If you're not paying attention, you could easily walk right past it. But that would be a shame, because this photo gallery is definitely worth a visit! Van Leeuwen's gallery represents major international and national photographers, with a wide range of artworks. From photos of the west coast of America in the 1970s to colorful nature scenes of the Dutch Wadden Islands: you'll find it all at this gallery!
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Torch Gallery
Torch was founded in 1984 by Adriaan van der Have as a platform for Dutch and international contemporary art. Adriaan was one of the first to recognize the potential of photography as an art form. Since 2009, Adriaan's son, Mo, has been continuing his legacy, exhibiting both established artists who are leaders in various disciplines and younger artists who continue to push the boundaries of their respective mediums.
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Founder of Doesburg
Stigter van Doesburg, located in the Jordaan district, presents a varied program of contemporary art, ranging from painting to performance. Since its founding in 2001, the gallery has focused on young artists and has a strong representation of female artists.
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Anouk Beerents
Since 1987, Anouk Beerents has become a household name in the import and export of antique mirrors. The studio on Prinsengracht houses their collection of over 300 mirrors from the 18th and 19th centuries, most of which originate from France and Italy and are gilded in gold or silver leaf.
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360 volts
Located on Prinsengracht, you will find 360volt, founded by Hilde de Lange and Emile de Cock. 360volt now has one of the largest collections of vintage original industrial lamps and unusual objects. The lamps at 360volt are unique because all lamps are restored while retaining their authentic look—industrial, with clean lines, simple shapes, and durable materials.
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Hay House
Hay House is a centrally located, impressive designer home furnishings store. It is the place to go for unique furniture, lighting, and various home accessories. The collection is based on Danish design from the 1950s and 1960s and can be admired on two floors in a cool building. The atmosphere is open and calm, and you will receive excellent service from the friendly staff. You can also get advice and enjoy delicious coffee from De Koffiesalon in-store.
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FEST
FEST is a Dutch interior design brand that was started in 2013 by Femke Furnée. The core idea behind FEST: making beautiful surroundings accessible to everyone. FEST offers high-end furniture and home accessories—without the high-end price tag. The cheerful, timeless, and sustainable collections are developed in collaboration with international designers. At FEST, you will find everything you need to give your interior a (colorful) boost.
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Two Story
Two Story was born out of the belief that art is for everyone and that contemporary art does not have to be distant or intimidating. The founders transformed a historic canal-side building into a two-story combination of gallery, design store, and café that feels like a real home. Their vision revolves around creating that Sunday Morning Feeling, with the smell of fresh coffee, soft music, and art that blends into the daily rhythm. For the design, they collaborated with Copenhagen-based Atelier Axo, known for their spatial storytelling and sense of balance between old and new. The atmosphere is warm and accessible, a place where nostalgia and innovation come together in an environment that makes art feel natural.
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Miscellaneous store
Good news for anyone who loves stationery and other beautiful items. On Elandsgracht in the city center, you can find Misc (short for Miscellaneous), which offers a carefully selected range of office supplies, everyday items, design objects, and furniture to help you find the right balance between work and private life.