The Netherlands Architecture Institute, also known as NAi or Het Nieuwe Instituut, is a museum in Rotterdam dedicated to architecture, design and digital culture. It stands in Museumpark at Museumpark 25, 3015 CB, a green park area close to the city's other cultural institutions, so it makes a natural stop for anyone already exploring that part of the city.
What to expect
The institute's home is a striking modern building, and the building itself is part of the visit. Inside, the museum presents exhibitions on contemporary design, urban planning and architectural innovation. Because its subjects span the built environment and the digital tools that now shape it, the displays suit both people who follow architecture closely and visitors who simply want to see how cities are planned and designed.
Planning your visit
- Location: Museumpark 25, Rotterdam, in the Netherlands.
- Focus: architecture, design and digital culture, with a changing programme of exhibitions.
- Contact: +31 10 440 1200, if you want to check what is on before you go.
Rotterdam itself is a city where modern architecture is part of everyday life, so a visit to the institute pairs well with a walk through the city centre and its newer districts. Before setting out, it is worth calling ahead or checking current details, since exhibitions and practical arrangements can change.
