Article source: Concrete Architectural Associates

DESIGN STORY / NARRATIVE

Mercat, the ninth member of the IQ family, is the Spanish sister of the Italian orientated Mazzo and French brasserie Witteveen. Similar to Mazzo and Witteveen, Mercat is a place where guests are welcome to eat drink and enjoy the whole day long. Besides the diverse cuisines, the location of the venue is one of the most significant differences between the three restaurants. Witteveen is situated in the vibrant Pijp area, Mazzo in the world famous Jordaan quarter, Mercat is located in the upcoming eastern harbor area, in a former harbor authority building.

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• Architects: Concrete Architectural Associates
• Project: Mercat Amsterdam
• Location: Oostelijke, Handelskade, The Netherlands
• Photography: Ewout Huibers
• Client: IQ creative
• Project Team: Rob wagemans, Ulrike lehner, Charlotte key, Femke zumbrink (graphic design), Erik van dillen, Bart de beer
• Total area: 320 m2 + 230 m2 (terrace)
• Duration construction: 2 weeks
• Opening: 9 september 2012
• Special features: Neon letters   by seletti
• Lighting: Oldwood, midwoud, nl
• Metal constructions: Smederij van rijn, Hazerswoude rijndijk, nl