RCD People

TAKING

THE STAGE

Rotterdam Central District is a district in development. And that means that it’s still undiscovered territory for many. The team at RCD Magazine hit the streets and local offices to ask what should be added, changed or organized – if it were up to you! On a sultry summer’s day, you shared some very varied and personal perspectives.

STEPHAN SALAZAR (30)

“Based on a recent recurring occurrence, additional security would be a key point. I’ve had two bikes stolen just in the past months, despite having parked them in the underground bike garage. With more visible on-duty security or police, that wouldn’t happen as often. Otherwise, this is a nice place to come and the location is ideal. But, if it were up to me, that’s what I would tackle.”

IVANNA VINNICSUK (26)

“I think it would be awesome if there were more of a community feeling among residents. Some neighbourhoods do make the effort to connect. Organizing a market with stalls every few weeks would make things more lively and let people meet in a low-key way. It’s a diverse location with a wide variety of residents. So how great would it be to connect them all?”

MENZO DE MUINCK KEIZER

“RCD is the area surrounding our incredible Central Station. Corporate clients feel this location to be very pleasant and I can relate to that, as there’s a high level of convenience and comfort. It also has the high-speed train to London and Paris, which is great, but I think there’s still untapped potential. A similar rail service to Berlin would be a fantastic addition for eco-friendly personal and business travel.”

HENRIËTTE VAN DER MEER (31)

“Rotterdam Central District is made up of lots of tall buildings and more towers will be added in time. Some of those buildings have a bar or restaurant or even an urban garden on the roof. Though they really enhance the area and are something special, these rooftops are not being used all that intensively or taken advantage of. Personally, I think it would be fun if more things were organized here, like silent discos, picnics or outdoor cinema for the people who live and work here.”

IZABELA GAINA (35)

“In our work at CIC it’s been brilliant to offer people from all different fields spaces to network and meet others. Still, I think it would be interesting to make more of an effort to connect the people who are here already. Think couch surfing, but then for local businesses. You could have events at one company one time and at another the next. That way, you’d not only get acquainted but also see different workplaces.”

MAARTJE ROGGEVEEN (23)

“If it were up to me to add some colour to this district, I’d map out different routes from Central Station to cool spots in Rotterdam. Places like the yellow Luchtsingel bridge, which people may not be familiar with yet, but are well worth a visit. Using artistic markings on the ground, you could point people towards the city’s highlights.”

JOFFRÉ ZIJDERHAND (25)

“This district has some different artistic and cultural things going on, but it’s not ongoing. I think RCD would be a lot more vibrant if you could kindle more creative freedom and create a regular space for that. Exhibiting a photo report or new statue would be an additional draw for the area.”

RAMI MABROUK (24)

“Off the top of my head, as a visitor to this area, I would inject more colour and artwork. A nice big sculpture on the station plaza maybe, or over towards Kruisplein. When you leave Central Station it all looks amazing, but there’s something missing. It still feels empty and I would add something to enhance it.”

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