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The Independent
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Woman reveals ‘extreme highs and lows' of swapping London rent for a narrowboat
A 33-year-old writer from Middlesbrough found "freedom" after trading London rent for life on a narrowboat, despite facing challenges like an exploding engine and a boat fire. Kyrie Morris purchased a £21,000 narrowboat in April 2022 using inheritance money, escaping the £1,600 monthly costs of London living. Initially, the boat lacked basic amenities like running water and electricity, resembling a "floating shed." However, Morris gradually transformed it, adding a kitchen cupboard, toilet, and a fold-down sofa bed. Accompanied by her Labrador, Snoop, she spent 15 months navigating London's canals while working as a bartender and completing her Master's degree. In July 2023, following the sudden death of a close friend and a failed attempt to get on Big Brother, she set off on a 357-mile journey to Leeds – but, upon arrival, her engine blew up, forcing her to stay put, and her boat later caught fire. Since moving onto the boat, Kyrie has spent around £12,000 on renovations and now spends around £800 a month, sharing her journey with 19,500 followers on TikTok under the handle @canalboatkiz. 'I would describe it as you get these extreme lows, but the highs are extreme as well and there's a feeling of freedom and adrenaline I've never personally found anywhere else, and I absolutely love it,' she said. While studying for a Master's degree in International Music Marketing in London, Kyrie was working at The Blues Kitchen in Camden to help make ends meet and make music industry connections. Her rent and bills for her one-bed flat in London came to £1,300 a month. She would often sit by the canals and think, 'Wow, what a life', and gradually began looking into the canal boat lifestyle. When it came time to renew her tenancy, Kyrie knew she wanted to stay in London, but without paying so much, living with others, or giving up a place that accepted dogs. At the end of her Master's, her granddad passed away, and her grandmother gave her some money. Kyrie used it to buy the cheapest boat she could find on Facebook Marketplace for £21,000 and moved in April 2022. Her family were very supportive of her decision, as she has always made 'mad decisions'. When she first bought the boat, it was like a 'floating shed', with no running water, toilet, or electricity. She had a gym membership to shower, charged her phone at work, and when she got home, had to wear a head torch and light a fire. Over time, she got solar panels connected to 12-volt batteries for electricity, a diesel heater for hot water and a cassette toilet she empties manually. Until recently, she didn't have a fridge and lived off a lot of tinned food, warmed on a gas camping stove. She said: 'I've got floors and nice painted walls and the rest of it, but I have one kitchen cupboard that I'm living out of. 'And bit by bit, I'm rebuilding the kitchen at the back. 'In the next month or two, the bathroom is going to get moved around. 'So the inside is, at the moment, very, very basic – I sleep on a sofa bed that I fold down.' Kyrie now spends about £800 a month on essentials, such as her canal licence, insurance and food, compared to the £1,600 she used to spend in London on bills, rent and food. She lived on the boat in London for 15 months, cruising canals like Regent's Canal and the Grand Union Canal, but then felt a sudden need to change things up. 'One of my best friends passed away really unexpectedly and I'd also applied for Big Brother at the time and got far through the audition process but did not get accepted onto the show,' Kyrie explained. 'I needed something different, so I decided to leave my job and wrap everything up.' So, in July 2023, she set off on a 357-mile journey from London to Leeds, which took seven weeks, travelling through Oxford, Coventry, Birmingham, Stoke-on-Trent and Lancashire. She planned to settle in Leeds for a few months and make progress with her music and freelance writing. But when she arrived, in September 2023, her engine blew up, and she had to stay moored in a marina while searching for a 'reliable engineer'. After finally finding an engineer, her boat was towed to a boatyard in Goole in October 2024. Both she and her boat have remained in Goole since while repairs are carried out, including the installation of a new engine, a new propeller, and work on the bottom of the boat. In January 2025, the boat even caught fire after she accidentally knocked over a candle, which made her curtain go up in flames. 'Within 30 seconds, the whole side of my boat was on fire,' Kyrie added. 'I got the dog off and… I used the first extinguisher, the whole wall was engulfed at this stage. 'I thought, 'This is it'. 'I got the second fire extinguisher, then that ran out, and…I just thought, 'I can't give up'. 'I got one last extinguisher, and then I started throwing buckets of canal water over it, and I managed to get it out.' A passerby called 999, but by the time the fire service arrived, the blaze was already out. A third of the boat was damaged – the ceiling needed replacing, and all the woodwork and paint had to be redone. Fortunately, the fire did not hit the electricity, and she did not lose anything valuable. She said: 'I came out thanking my lucky stars… it messed me up for a little while – when I saw the flames on my stove, my heart started to go. 'I think it must be some kind of PTSD but over time, that's worn away, and I'm alright again now, but I've just got a new mentality about candles. 'I just don't bother with them and if I go to someone's house and they have candles, I'll secretly blow them all out.' Since owning the boat, she has spent about £12,000 on renovations. She has been documenting her progress on TikTok, under the handle @canalboatkiz, since March 2024. 'I was in a bad place at the time – it was around the time my engine broke and I was grieving and I was just stagnant,' Kyrie explained. 'So I started posting to get me to reach my goals with storytelling and using my skills and give me an audience.' She now has 19,500 followers, with a video about her journey to Leeds receiving more than one million views. Looking ahead, Kyrie plans to continue living on the boat and exploring the UK for the foreseeable future.
The Guardian
18-05-2025
- General
- The Guardian
Cuts to England's canal network could put lives at risk, experts say
Lives may be at risk if ministers proceed with cuts to England's languishing canal network, experts have said. The climate crisis and a lack of funding means ageing assets could flood entire towns and villages, an investigation for the parliamentary magazine the House has found. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), which provides a quarter of funding for the Canal and River Trust (CRT), is understood to be facing cuts at the June spending review. Government funding cuts of hundreds of millions of pounds to the CRT, which manages most of the UK's inland waterways, are already in the pipeline. This puts the future of the waterways, already underfunded, at risk. When they are properly looked after and restored, they can provide immense benefits for people and nature, supporting otters, kingfishers and dragonflies as well as barge users and walkers. A 2019 report, Waterways in Progress, published by the Inland Waterways Association (IWA), memorably describes Britain's canals as 'a linear national park'. The charity's 2023-24 annual report emphasised the 'continued effect of climate change taking its toll on our ageing canal infrastructure,' reflecting on how 'following prolonged hot dry weather the summer before, a succession of winter storms caused significant damage, with an aggregated impact of £9m in emergency works'. CRT is facing serious financial pressure. The report shows a shortfall in funding, with an income of £237,300,000, but a total expenditure of £252,400,000. The CRT does not only look after canals themselves, but weirs and reservoirs. There have already been problems with its ageing infrastructure; in Derbyshire in 2019 a dam at the Toddbrook reservoir nearly burst, leading to the town of Whaley Bridge being evacuated. About 1,500 people were instructed to leave their homes immediately after heavy rain caused a large section of a nearby dam spillway at the reservoir to fall away. Emergency crews pumped water away from the reservoir and sandbags were dropped from RAF helicopters. A worst-case scenario predicted that the whole structure could collapse, wiping out the town. Charlie Norman, the director of campaigns and public affairs at the Inland Waterways Association, told the House: 'It is quite terrifying how that incident could have ended: the sheer volumes of water contained in the reservoir presented an immediate danger to life. Our internal research suggests the volume of water was comparable to 551 Olympic pools, or equivalent to the daily water consumption of 8.6 million people. That volume of water is unimaginably powerful.' For the first time, the IWA has warned about the risk to life that can come from a lack of maintenance of canals: 'It is not an overstatement to marvel that so far there has been no loss of life – ageing infrastructure is expensive to maintain without anything going wrong, and that's the point: investment now will save money in the near and distant future … When adding up the costs, we should be thankful that those costs for the moment don't include loss of life'. Richard Parry, the chief executive of the Canal and River Trust, said without a funding solution, the canals could eventually dry up due to the climate crisis, and this poses safety issues too. He added: 'Who knows what the impact of that would be? I mean, our fear is not just the ecology would be irrevocably harmed, but you probably also get canal walls drying up and collapsing, there's the safety aspect too.' A Defra spokesperson said: 'Our canals provide a wide range of benefits, such as connecting people to nature. That is why we are providing more than £500m of grant funding to the Canal and River Trust between now and 2037.'
The Sun
17-05-2025
- The Sun
Lesser-known Dutch city nicknamed 'Little Amsterdam' that's cheaper and less crowded but just as cool
CYCLES with baskets on the front trundle over bridges as gabled buildings are reflected in the calm canal waters. If I didn't know any better, I'd think this was Amsterdam — but I'm a 20-minute train journey away from the Dutch capital, in a lesser-known city called Weesp. 6 6 Nicknamed Little Amsterdam, Weesp is a dead-ringer for its famous neighbour but its streets are less crowded, and the prices are cheaper. A coffee at the canal-view Cafe Toeters En Bellen, for example, sets me back €3 (compared with the average €4 in The Dam). It's not just the canals, bridges, bikers and 17th-century buildings that Weesp has in common with Amsterdam, either. The city sees the capital's Heineken Experience brewery — and raises it with the Wispe Brouwerij. Set inside a restored 19th-century church, with a sky-skewering clock tower and steeple, this independent brewery is packed with locals day and night. As with the Heineken attraction, visitors can take guided tours — which also take in the area where they distil jenever, The Netherlands' answer to gin. The cost of a combined tour and tasting is €15 in Weesp, compared to €24.95 in Amsterdam. Yet I find it just as rewarding to station myself at a table in their Grand Cafe and let Weesper life unfold around me. Almond pastries Surrounded by tables of friends sharing beer flights, and families with kids scribbling in colouring books, I savour a glass of spicy mango beer and munch on a plate of bitterballen — a pillowy mix of roux and slow-cooked stew that's served in a crunchy coating, like Holland's answer to the French croquette. And there's one thing the Wispe Brewery offers that you won't find at Heineken — accommodation. Top 5 Boat Destinations from the UK Dozens of metres above the taproom, in a part of the church tower that used to be occupied by three giant clocks and church bells, there's a luxury suite. All exposed-stone walls, arched windows, chandeliers, crucifixes and linen whiter than a nun's habit, it features a free-standing bath and delivers 360-degree views of the city. It comes at a price, though — a night's stay costs from £440, so it's quite a splurge. For more affordable places to lay your head, the Hotel Het Hart van Weesp is in the centre of town, overlooking the canals and just a seven-minute walk from the station. Just like Amsterdam, Weesp has an impressive foodie scene. It is sprinkled with independent bakeries, pizzerias and restaurants as well as coffee shops. Bobby's Blue has a menu that changes weekly — inspired by the world's Blue Zones, areas of the world where people live measurably happier and longer lives. I find a spot next to a sash window one lunchtime and, over a plate of homemade lasagne and a tumbler of zingy white wine, spend a contented hour watching the city's cyclists. I'm amazed at what they carry in bike baskets, from potted plants to their toddlers. Over at Bocconcino de Rimin, visitors pay a set price (€33.50 Wednesday to Thursday and €35.50 Friday to Sunday) for an unlimited number of Italian and Mediterranean tapas dishes, with the only proviso that you can order just two at a time. If you taste only one thing in Weesp, though, it should be the city's signature Weespermoppen. 6 6 These bite-sized pastries, made from almond paste, egg yolk and sugar, are on sale at Patisserie en Chocolaterie Hendriks in the town centre — alongside multicoloured macaroons and whipped cream truffles. For Weespermoppen with a kick, though, visitors should head back to Wispe Brouwerij where they make Weespermoppen liqueur and mix it with the likes of lemon juice and Angostura bitters to create craft cocktails. On the topic of cocktails, Weesp can party like its more celebrated counterpart, too. On weekends, in bars like De Heksenketal (aka The Witches Cauldron) and Toeters En Bellen, the dancefloors start to fill up by 9.30pm, with locals boogying their proverbial clogs off to a soundtrack of Europop, dance and throwbacks, until late. Of course, visitors comparing Weesp to Amsterdam may notice a lack of street art and the absence of a flower market. Yet the city is home to one of the greatest icons of the Netherlands — a windmill. Open to the public on Saturdays, its sails can be seen spinning just by the WSV Vecht marina, a ten-minute walk from the city centre. You don't have to go far to spot a wheel of Dutch cheese in Weesp, either. At Alexanderhoeve, in the city centre, shelves bow beneath satellite dish-sized orbs of gouda, edam and borenkaas — a semi-hard, tangy variety that's known as 'farmers' cheese'. Amsterdam has recently been accused of being the most anti-tourist city in Europe. In Weesp, however, the locals are warmly welcoming and chatty. During my visit, a few are surprised to hear an English voice. Once the cat is out of the bag about this Dutch secret, however, I suspect British accents won't be uncommon for much longer. 6
The Sun
16-05-2025
- The Sun
‘The European city with huge rooftop swing that I return to every year' – and it's reachable without having to fly
STROLL just five-minutes in any direction, away from the compact city centre and down one of the cobblestone alleyways, and that's where you'll find the real Amsterdam. This week's destination we're shining a light on is Amsterdam, capital of The Netherlands. The Sun's Assistant Travel Editor Sophie Swietochowski often visited the Dutch city, being an easy train from the UK. She says: It's the cafe culture that brings me back here year after year – the whole city is littered with tiny artisan bakeries and shops where you'll find locals sat on a rickety old table, sipping on coffee and tucking into homemade goodies. Some of the tired buildings are not much to look at from the outside, but that's part of its charm. Take the 'brown bars', for example, so named because of their dark, wooden interiors that have a somewhat cosy feel to them. That's where you'll find me within an hour of touching down in the city, with a local beer in hand and gobbling up some bitterballen. These deep-fried, stewed-meat balls are, in my humble opinion, the best bar snack in the world, often served with a healthy dollop of mustard on the side - you can pick a tray of them up for only a few euros. MUST-SEE / DO Amsterdam is famed for its beautiful canals so a boat tour is undoubtedly the best way to see the city. One-hour cruises with I Amsterdam cost from €16 (£13.47) per adult and €8 (£6.74) per child. There are 14 departure points to pick from. If you're brave enough, drive your own boat - you can pick one up for €16.50pp (£13.90pp) for three hours on a six-seater vessel from Zaandam: The Lego-Like Wonderland of The Netherlands They are really easy to steer and, with more time on board, you can hop on and off as you please to take advantage of the many canalside pubs. HIDDEN GEM The artsy, bohemian neighbourhood of De Pijp is much loved by locals and not very well known among tourists, but it is heaving with quirky cafes, artisan shops and tall buildings where colourful flower pots light up the brick balconies. BEST VIEW The 100-metre-tall A'DAM Lookout may offer the best views of the city from above, with a 360-degree sky deck and giant rooftop swing, but do expect queues because it's a popular tourist spot. For something a little quieter that will make for an excellent photo background, head to one of the smaller canal bridges, a little farther out of the city centre. 3 There are a few pretty bridges behind the Tulip Museum - such as Hilletjesbrug, where you can pose for pictures in front of flower-covered railings with a tree-lined canal and bobbing boats as your backdrop. RATED RESTAURANT Cafe de Parel was once a traditional Dutch "brown bar" but now it's an in-demand restaurant with affordable tasting menus (three courses for €52 (£43.79)). These change regularly but you can expect to tuck in to sophisticated sharing dishes such as calamari with egg yolk and dashi, or pointed cabbage with brown butter and chamomile jus. BEST BAR Vesper, a teeny bar close to Centraal Station, serves mean cocktails, created by award-winning mixologists. For a proper pint, Bar Brother, close to the Chassebuurt district, has a welcoming atmosphere and serves its ales alongside typically British bar snacks such as Scotch eggs and arancini. HOTEL PICK CitizenM Amstel Amsterdam Hotel is well located, around a 30-minute walk from the main train station and with modern, affordable rooms from €100 (£84.22) per night. For something a little fancier, The Pulitzer hotel is set within 25 restored 17th and 18th-century houses along the canal in the Jordaan district, close to the Anne Frank museum. It's also home to a top-notch restaurant and bar. Rooms cost from €295 (£248.44) per night. 3
Hospitality Net
06-05-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Rosewood Amsterdam Opens in the Former Palace of Justice, Celebrating Dutch Excellence
Situated within the historic former Palace of Justice, Rosewood Amsterdam marks the brand's debut into the Netherlands. This iconic property is the last new hotel development permitted within a monumental building in Amsterdam, reinforcing Rosewood's position as a leader in luxury lifestyle. Offering a unique cultural experience, Rosewood Amsterdam seamlessly blends its rich history with ongoing transformation, creating an exceptional destination. Following a decade of thoughtful restoration, the city's former Palace of Justice welcomes a new era, as Rosewood gives this important landmark back to the city of Amsterdam. Built in 1665 and situated on the UNESCO World Heritage listed canals, the property sets a new precedent for purpose-led luxury by embracing circular hospitality and collaborating with local partners. Rosewood Amsterdam features 134 refined guestrooms, including five signature Houses that offer a residential-inspired stay, each uniquely embodying elements of Amsterdam's architectural and artistic legacy. Guests can indulge in immersive experiences such as guided garden walks through Piet Oudolf's De Tuin, culinary workshops highlighting seasonal Dutch ingredients, and bespoke mixology sessions at Advocatuur, the hotel's sophisticated bar that pays homage to the building's legal heritage. Rosewood Amsterdam's Asaya Spa provides a holistic wellness retreat, combining Eastern healing traditions with modern therapies in a serene urban oasis. Every aspect of the property's design honors its storied past while embracing modern refinement and creativity. Interiors by renowned design firm Studio Piet Boon celebrate Dutch craftsmanship, seamlessly blending historic grandeur with contemporary elegance. Curated artifacts, bespoke furnishings, and artistic elements reflect the city's rich cultural tapestry, resonating with Rosewood's signatureA Sense of Place ® philosophy. Rooms & Houses Embracing a palette of rich greys and deep blues, each guest room is designed to spark moments of unexpected delight and evoke the comfort and intimacy of a well-curated home. Among them, five exceptional Houses stand as the largest and most distinctive suites, offering an elevated experience of space, character, and tribute to the city. The five signature Houses at Rosewood Amsterdam offer an immersive stay, each capturing a unique facet of the city's rich heritage and creative spirit, embodying freedom, individuality, and playful design. Named after the city's area code, Huis 020, set along one of the capital's most picturesque waterways, draws inspiration from the typical Dutch tradition where large windows invite the outside in, offering glimpses of life, artistry, and personal expression. The Art of Nature by Piet Oudolf Designed by celebrated Dutch landscape architect Piet Oudolf, De Tuin brings a vision of biodiversity and native flora to life, seamlessly merging nature with the vibrancy of urban Amsterdam. This living canvas holds deep personal significance for Oudolf, embodying his philosophy of embracing the present moment. A transformative space that redefines the concept of gardens, De Tuin invites visitors to experience nature as a dynamic art form. Each season within this sanctuary unfolds as a source of inspiration, offering moments to reconnect with both nature and oneself. Timeless Flavours and a Toast to Justice At Rosewood Amsterdam, the food and beverage offerings are guided by a deep commitment to impact, sustainability, and an authentic sense of place. From refined dining to rebellious mixology, the hotel's venues seamlessly blend Amsterdam's dynamic energy with a dedication to seasonal ingredients, creativity, and culinary excellence. The collection of dining experiences - including a distinguished restaurant, an avant-garde cocktail bar, and a vibrant lobby lounge - serves as a gathering space where locals and international guests come together in celebration. Eeuwen The hotel's signature restaurant, Eeuwen, offers an immersive dining experience that embraces nature's rhythms and the art of savouring. Under the direction of Chef de Cuisine David Ordóñez, whose background spans Michelin-starred establishments, Eeuwen presents a seasonal, ingredient-driven menu that highlights slow dining at its finest. From the perfect time to harvest to the precise cooking techniques and, ultimately, the leisurely enjoyment of each dish, every aspect of Eeuwen, Dutch for "centuries", is orchestrated around the art of timing. Designed by interior design firm Sagrada as a timeless brasserie with a botanical aesthetic, inspired by Amsterdam's historical greenhouses, Eeuwen's interiors reflect a harmonious balance between nature and urban elegance. Dishes are thoughtfully composed to highlight the essence of each element, often elevated by Ordóñez's signature sauces. From refined dinner plates featuring Oesterij oysters from the Dutch village of Yerseke, seafood from Zeeland and the North Sea, every dish tells a story of its origin and season. At Eeuwen, time is not simply linear, but unfolds through each dish, reflecting its unique season, place, and purpose. Advocatuur At the heart of Rosewood Amsterdam's cocktail culture lies Advocatuur, a bar that reimagines mixology through the lens of history and bold innovation. Named after the Dutch word for 'legal practice', the bar pays tribute to the location's storied past as part of the Palace of Justice. The legal profession continues to be an integral part of the Palace's history and will play a significant role in the future of Advocatuur, reflecting both heritage and the bar's continuous evolution. Tucked within Advocatuur is an intimate, speakeasy-style Distillery where 'Provo' is crafted in tribute to the Netherlands' centuries-old Jenever tradition. Provo's name pays tribute to the subculture that existed from the 1950s and 1960s, known for its rebellious spirit and creativity, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and innovative spirit of Dutch distilling. Rosewood Amsterdam tasked Master Distiller, Alex Davies, to create the perfect Jenever recipe. The Court A true gathering place at any hour, The Court serves as the heart of Rosewood Amsterdam's social scene. From morning light to late-night revelry, this lobby lounge offers an exquisite selection of local and international comfort food, indulgent patisseries, and a refined afternoon tea experience. As evening falls, The Court becomes a haven for intimate conversations over expertly crafted nightcaps, embodying the vibrant spirit of Amsterdam in every moment. Breakfast delights include Dutch favorites like 'poffertjes', alongside options such as truffle omelette and Balik Tsar Nikolaj salmon. Throughout the day, guests can enjoy refined all-day dining selections like North Sea lobster rolls, imperial caviar, and vegan 'galbi' sliders, celebrating both local flavors with local inspiration. Asaya Spa Asaya Spa at Rosewood Amsterdam is a transformative urban wellness retreat, blending ancient Eastern healing practices with innovative Western therapies to restore balance and rejuvenation. Spanning 560 square meters, the spa features a pool, sauna, steam room, and five treatment rooms, including a couples' suite. A 24-hour Fitness Center and boutique Pilates studio support holistic wellbeing, alongside luxury skincare brands including Dr. Barbara Sturm and Subtle Energies. Rooted in the five pillars of emotional balance, physical therapies, fitness, skin health, and community, Asaya fosters self-discovery and lasting wellness in the heart of Amsterdam. An ExclusiveGesamtkunstwerk At Rosewood Amsterdam, art is not decoration. It's a dialogue. It's an invitation. It's a discovery and it plays an integral role in the atmosphere of the hotel. With over a thousand works thoughtfully placed throughout the property, the collection invites guests to pause, look closer, and slowly discover. It doesn't follow a single style or period, but instead moves between the traditional and the contemporary—honoring the legacy of the Dutch Masters while giving space to a new generation of artists. From the monumental Statica by Studio Molen at the entrance to Frank Stella's vibrant Polish Village reliefs and Maarten Baas' whimsical Grandfather Clock, each artwork offers a layered narrative rooted in Amsterdam's culture. The art collection highlights creative talents around four core themes. Innovative Media features a collaboration with Amsterdam's Nxt Museum, bringing digital art to life on a large screen in the lobby, with a focus on emerging digital artists. Urban Artcelebrates the vibrant city culture with works by artists like Frankey and Rutger de Vries, capturing the essence of Amsterdam's urban landscape. Re-Masters highlights established Dutch artists who re-interpret the Dutch masters, including the powerful visual expressions of Viviane Sassen, Maaike Schoorel, Levi van Veluw and Berndnaut Smilde. Next Generation Talent champions unconventional artists who reflect Amsterdam's pioneering spirit, offering a glimpse into the city's future through innovative and bold works. A place for Connection, Culture and Conversation Beyond its luxurious accommodations and exceptional dining, Rosewood Amsterdam is a destination for cultural exchange and artistic expression. The Gallery, a dynamic space at the heart of the hotel, serves as a living canvas for contemporary art, design, and creative collaborations offering a rare opportunity to align with a setting that values storytelling, exploration, and connection. Meanwhile, The Grand Library, once a historic courtroom, has evolved into a hub for book readings, intimate gatherings, and cultural events. Complementing this, Ex Libris invites guests to immerse themselves in a thoughtfully curated collection of literature—enriched by contributions of the neighbors, each of whom offered a book of their own. Together, this creates a space for reflection, storytelling, and meaningful connection. In celebration of Dutch Excellence, Rosewood Amsterdam appointed Amsterdam-based jewelry designer, Bibi van der Velden, as its House Jeweler. The collaboration embodies a perfect union of luxurious design and meticulous craftsmanship, highlighting a shared commitment to elegance, authenticity, and bespoke experiences. Guests staying in House 020 can wear designs of their choice throughout the duration of their stay. Guests are invited to glide through Amsterdam's storied canals aboard a private Salon Boat—elegantly decorated and styled by Studio Piet Boon and crowned with a modern-day figurehead: a lion sculpted by the playful hand of Frankey, reimagining tradition with a wink to the present. This spirit of reinvention is echoed throughout Rosewood Amsterdam, where time-honored heritage meets contemporary imagination. A sanctuary where history, culture, and innovation flow effortlessly together, it offers an intimate passage into the very soul of the Dutch capital. Hotel website
