Kimmel

The vision for Kimmel development project is to create a vibrant, green, urban block with plenty of space for life and movement, with a focus on improving life in the area. Kimmel is to be a central meeting space with an open flow between indoor and outdoor environments, where friends and family can discover local art and galleries, restaurants, delis, shops and events.

The Kimmel property comprises around 11,500 sq.m. land for development in central Riga. The property consists of nearly an entire city block along Krisjaņa Valdemara iela in Riga and offers an opportunity to develop a total of around 38,000 sq.m. There are currently buildings of around 4,000 sq.m. on the property which are heritage listed and must be preserved, but which may be developed.

Eastnine acquired the development site Kimmel, which originally hosted the Kimmel brewery, in 2019.

Short facts about Kimmel

• Address: Bruninieku iela 2, Stabu iela 1

• Development project including offices, restaurants and cultural events

• Construction is expected to begin in 2024 and be completed in 2026.

White and ARHIS winners of the architectural competition for the Kimmel quarter

Eastine's vision for the architectural sketch design competition was to transform the former Kimmel Riga brewery into a new central meeting point with, not only offices but also, cafés, restaurants, shops, culture and green spaces. The quarter will be a pedestrian- and bicycle-friendly meeting place, include green areas and involve minimal transport.

The proposal "Revitalizing Kimmel Quarter" by White Arkitekter (Sweden) and ARHIS arhitekti (Latvia) was named winner. The architects propose a holistic and circular transformation of the site of the former Kimmel brewery into a lively public destination with inspiring offices. By showing sustainable construction and property development in a visible and central place, the project also paves the way for a more sustainable future. Offices are located in the newly built parts, while the public program is located in the historic buildings. Old and new meet in a vertical conservatory in the heart of the neighborhood and Kimmel becomes a new living room for Riga.

After announcing the winners of the competition, Eastnine will invite winners to a negotiation with a view to concluding an agreement for the preparation of the design.