Buildings by Women: book launch and opening exhibition

Saturday, June 7, 2:30 PM, Rotterdam Central Library

Gebouwen door Vrouwen and nai010 publishers are hosting a festive afternoon at the Central Library to celebrate the launch of Buildings by Women: Rotterdam, a city guide featuring 50 projects in Rotterdam designed by women. From icons like De Rotterdam, the Kop van Zuid, and the ‘hunkerbunker’ RVS building to surprising hidden gems — this guide celebrates the work of female designers and makes their contributions to the city visible in an accessible and inspiring way.

During the event, the creators will share the story behind this special publication. On June 7, the accompanying exhibition will also open, highlighting eight Rotterdam buildings, including the Kruisplein apartment building, Pakhuis Santos, and the Zonnetrap.

June 7, 2:30 PM
Rotterdam Central Library

Register for free (Mind that the program will be held in Dutch!)

About the book

Buildings by Women: Rotterdam takes you on a journey through 50 architectural projects designed by female architects. From iconic landmarks like De Rotterdam and the Kop van Zuid to the modest yet iconic RVS apartment block — and plenty of lesser-known gems along the way —this guide shines a light on the often overlooked contributions of women in architecture.This city guide invites you to rediscover Rotterdam from a different perspective — because once you know who built the city, you’ll never see it the same way again.