studio modijefsky has translated the journey of a caravan into a bar and restaurant concept in kwakersplein, a square in amsterdam west, creating an all-day hangout characterized by different color and material landscapes. titled karavaan (dutch for caravan), the venue is subtly divided into a series of zones: meadow, swamp, forest, mountain and desert; with each area characterized by its own color scheme, materials and design specifics, all unified by a trail that crosses the entire space.all images by maarten willemstein
 
 
?kwakersplein ? the square where the venue is located ? has been transformed throughout history,? explains studio modijefsky. ?initially a polder area outside amsterdam?s old city limits, it became a part of the bellamy neighbourhood after being dammed in the 19th century. ever since, people have been migrating towards this spot, just like a caravan, but this time to settle for good.? for karavaan, the dutch studio has drawn from the landscapes one might encounter during such a journey, including a meadow, swamp, forest, mountain and desert, subtly translating these into the different areas of the interior.  
 
as one enters the main vestibule of the all-day bar & restaurant, they encounter a circular ceiling light that defines the lounge area underneath. from here the space unfolds into different directions indicated by changes in colors, interior finishes and light objects. looking to the right a small bar with a toned-down fresh pastel pal...