Sloterdijk is rapidly transforming from a business district into a dynamic urban neighbourhood. MO*town Track 8 is a pioneering project in this development: a green and sustainable building with 94 homes, shops, and hospitality venues at ground level, designed by De Zwarte Hond for BPD. The neighbourhood is evolving into a high-density residential area with employment opportunities and abundant greenery. By adding housing and commercial spaces, a vibrant place emerges where residents can meet and feel at home.
The building exudes robustness and is carefully integrated into its surroundings. With a stepped façade and glossy dark tones, the design harmonizes with the height differences and colour palette of the nearby Sloterdijk station buildings. Sustainability, biodiversity, and ecology are central: the building features solar cells in glass balustrades, green façades, and a 260 m³ rainwater storage system. The parking garage accommodates bicycles and 30 shared cars, encouraging car sharing.
MO*town Track 8 is all about social connection, inspired by the ‘People attract People’ principle. The goal is to bring residents together, foster interaction, and build a close-knit community. The stepped structure, steel walkways, and shared gardens invite contact and offer attractive places to spend time. This playful layout, with varied housing sizes and a mix of target groups, strengthens the sense of community and promotes neighbourhood cohesion.