Katoenhuis Rotterdam is a hub for Immersive Experiences (IX) and technology in the heart of Rotterdam Makers District (M4H). Built in 1950 and once known as the “Van Bennekum’s Havenbedrijf Katoenloods”, Katoenhuis is a multifunctional space hosting artist and makers’ studios and working facilities, exhibition, and event spaces. As part of the South Holland Immersive Network & Ecosystem (SHINE), Katoenhuis acts as a unifying hub for the region’s community, fostering opportunities to present and experiment. Activities hosted at Katoenhuis include events such as the Conflux Festival, Rotterdam Gaming Connect, and more. The space is home to artists and companies like SenseGlove and Zalán Szakács.

 

Katoenhuis Rotterdam is an initiative by Concrete Culture. Concrete Culture uses the generative power of art, culture, and technology within (historic) real estate and area developments to make a social impact, drive economic growth, strengthen communities, and combat gentrification.

 

By bringing diverse artists, technologists, and makers under one roof, Concrete Culture initiatives create a space for research, experimentation, and presentation of immersive experiences and contribute to the growth of the immersive technology sector in the Netherlands.