A Green and Social Housing Revolution

Moos' mission is to solve the Dutch housing crisis in a social and sustainable way by creating and building high-quality homes for everyone. Concrete has been a partner in Moos since its inception in 2020, contributing greatly to its development of the concept, architecture, and branding. Several projects are currently underway, with approximately 500 homes to be built in the near future.

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Moos Euterpe
Photo credit: Moos by Concrete

Modular housing solutions

The modular design allows for a wide variety of housing types and sizes. As a result, both individuals and families can find a home in Moos. Modules range from studios to four-bedroom houses. As residents' living needs differ and are constantly evolving, Moos strives to offer personalization options without compromising on high quality standards.

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Moos Euterpe court
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Moos mockup Unit 1
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Moos mockup Unit 1
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Moos mockup Unit 2
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Moos mockup Unit 2
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Creating a lively community

Moos’ vision is not only about creating high-quality and affordable housing, but it also places a spotlight on its community. Communal areas are thoughtfully integrated into the overall design. The galleries and green spaces are activated into spaces for interaction. Thoughtfully designed and programmed, these spaces aim to encourage residents to connect and engage with one another.

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Moos Euterpe court
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Moos Euterpe
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Modular construction: Fast, cost-efficient, and demountable

The construction of homes takes place in a factory setting, guaranteeing ideal conditions for optimal quality. The homes are then prefabricated and transported to the construction site, including window frames, kitchens, bathrooms, finishes, and installations. On site, the units are constructively linked and stacked, and the installations are connected using a plug and play principle. This enables the rapid and cost-efficient construction of a Moos project while maintaining a high standard of quality. Additionally, it contributes to waste reduction and facilitates recycling, aligning with Moos' dedication to sustainable development.

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Moos Euterpe production
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Moos Euterpe construction
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Circular materialization

The hybrid and circular materialization sets Moos projects apart from traditional construction methods. Traditional materials are replaced by sustainable, recycled, and upcycled materials harvested from demolition partners. In cases where recycled materials are not feasible, Concrete opts for bio-based alternatives. For instance, floors are crafted from recycled concrete, while Cross Laminated Timber walls serve as the primary load-bearing structure. Additionally, Moos utilizes wood window frames, filled with triple glazing, ensuring energy friendly design.

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Moos Euterpe S type
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Moos mockup Unit 1
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Flexible yet permanent

Moos homes are permanent, but nevertheless fully demountable, making them also suitable for temporary housing projects, without compromising the quality of permanent habitation. These temporary homes also have a building permit in accordance with permanent construction, allowing them to be reused in a new location in the future. Moos offers a take-back guarantee for temporary homes, committing to buy back homes after a period of temporary use. This guarantees circularity and reduces environmental impact.

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Moos Euterpe Photo credit: Moos by Concrete

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Moos Euterpe
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About concrete

Concrete is a multidisciplinary interior and architecture studio based in a canal house in the middle of the red light district in Amsterdam. Since 1997, Concrete has been developing innovative concepts that transcend traditional boundaries. Whether it's in architecture, interior design, urban design, branding, or conceptual programming, their diverse talents converge to create unique and impactful solutions.

About Moos

Moos is working towards a world where everyone has a nice home. If it were up to Moos, both the housing shortage and the climate challenge would be solved all at once. The solution is already there and, with their systemic way of building and their focus on value, they create sustainable homes that challenge the status quo. Moos consists of an independent partner ecosystem of innovative experts. Together, they represent different disciplines with a single goal: to build better for a better life. And the firm belief that it can be done.