XML completed the design for Rocycle, a boutique fitness studio located in the center of Amsterdam. Rocycle is the first fitness studio in the Netherlands that combines fitness with a high-end hospitality experience, offering full body workout spinning classes.
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The XML design for Rocycle’s flagship studio marks the introduction of ‘athleisure’ inspired fitness concepts – merging athletics with leisure – to the Netherlands. The project expands XML’s portfolio of projects that focus on health and sustainability.
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The design features a translucent wall with changeable LED texts in the main lobby.While a unisex lockerspace allows for an efficient change between classes, the lobby acts as the main social space offering views to the Amsterdam canals through large windows.
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Located on the ground floor of an existing apartment building, XML engineered a soundproofed cycling studio with 27 speakers, offering an immersive music experience.
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As part of the project, XML also designed the store-in-store of The Cold Pressed Juicery, Amsterdam’s first full organic Juicery. The fully equipped Juice bar offers fresh juices, smoothies and nutritious food.
Project Info
Architects: XML
Country: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Area: 400 m²
Year: 2016
Photographs: Courtesy of XML
Manufacturers HIMACS, Baars & Bloemhoff, Invito, LG Hausys, Lemokoepels, Pulastic Acoustifloor, Sixinch, Wewo Europe: HIMACS
Category: Fitness Club, Interior Design, Sports Interiors
Architect In Charge: XML
Furniture And Juicebar: Dylan & Van Laatum, Sixinch
Signage: Hats&Tales
Client: Rocycle, Rogier van Duyn
Anastasia Andreieva is an accomplished Architectural Projects Editor at Arch2O, bringing a unique blend of linguistic expertise and design enthusiasm to the team. Born and raised in Ukraine, she holds a Master’s degree in Languages from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. Her deep passion for architecture and visual storytelling led her to transition from translation and editorial roles into the world of design media. With a keen eye for conceptual clarity and narrative structure, Anastasia curates and presents global architectural projects with precision and flair. She is particularly drawn to parametric and digital design, cultural context, and emerging voices in architecture. When I’m not analyzing the latest architectural trends, you’ll probably find me searching for hidden gems in cityscapes or appreciating the beauty of well-crafted spaces. After all, great design—like great connections—can be found in the most unexpected places. Speaking of connections, because architecture isn’t the only thing that brings people together.