On 20 and 21 June, children will work together to build a temporary village using reclaimed materials during the Circular Construction Village.

The programme is organised by Stichting Mano, Buurman Rotterdam, Archiklas and Rotterdam Architecture Month at Test Site Materialenwerf in the Keilekwartier. Each day, around 30 children from the Silja  will participate alongside children from the surrounding neighbourhoods and festival visitors.

What will we do?

During the Building Village, children will discover how architecture and cities are created through play. Using reclaimed timber and other reused materials, they will design and build a village of huts, streets and gathering spaces together. At the end of each day, the village will be carefully dismantled and the materials sorted for reuse. In this way, participants experience how design, collaboration and circular building go hand in hand.

Practical Information

Who is it for?
Children aged 6–15 years. Participation is free of charge.

When?
20 and 21 June, from 11:00 to 17:00.

What should you bring?

• Closed-toe shoes (required)
• A hammer (optional)
• Enthusiasm for building!

Lunch, lemonade and tools will be provided.

Good to know
Children will be working with wood, nails and tools during the Construction Village. Safety is our priority: supervision will be provided at all times and clear safety rules will be in place. However, building activities always involve some minor risks. Participation is therefore at your own risk and requires permission from a parent or guardian.