Vinyl Room - Ziggo Dome, Netherlands

The Vinyl Room is an immersive listening bar experience housed within Amsterdam’s iconic Ziggo Dome, the large multi-use arena renowned for hosting major international concerts and events. As Europe’s first incarnation of this concept, the Vinyl Room operates as an exclusive pre- and post-concert destination that aims to enhance the live music experience by offering a quieter, more reflective counterpoint to the energy of the main arena.

The Vinyl Room brings together nostalgia, hospitality, and experience, creating a space where music is not only heard but felt. Visitors are greeted by warm, inviting interiors and carefully curated décor that reflects the rich history and tactile charm of analog music, from vinyl records to textured finishes and bespoke furnishings. The overarching aim was to blend the intimate, contemplative spirit of Japanese listening-bar culture with the vibrant, eclectic character of Amsterdam, resulting in an environment that feels both refined, relaxed and social.

Lighting plays a pivotal role in shaping the Vinyl Room’s atmosphere and reinforcing its listening-focused concept. A layered lighting strategy is employed throughout the space, combining soft ambient illumination with subtle accent lighting to create depth and intimacy. Warm, low-level light washes across textured walls and shelving, gently highlighting vinyl collections and architectural details without overpowering. Carefully positioned spotlights and concealed LED draw attention to key elements—such as the back bar shelving, poster walls, and booths while maintaining an overall warm glow. This interplay of light and shadow allows surfaces and materials to reveal their richness gradually, encouraging guests to slow down and settle into the space. By avoiding harsh contrasts or dynamic effects, the lighting supports a relax atmosphere, creating pockets of light that make each seating area feel personal and cocooned. In doing so, lighting becomes an integral part of the Vinyl Room’s sensory design, shaping mood, guiding movement, and enhancing the emotional connection between space, sound, and listener.