Rough Trade Berlin
Neukölln
Cultural hub occupying a converted department store, combining a curated record shop with a 600-capacity venue, rooftop garden and food market. First continental European location of the influential UK music retailer founded in 1976.
Overview
Opened in April 2024, this 600m² space marks Rough Trade's first continental European expansion. Located in the revitalized Kalle Neukölln building, a former department store, it serves as both retail space and cultural venue.
Key Features
- Ground floor record store with extensive vinyl selection
- Fair trade café with seating area
- 600-capacity performance venue
- Multiple listening stations for music discovery
- Rooftop garden accessible to visitors
- Food market integrated in the complex
Architecture & Design
The converted department store building combines industrial heritage with contemporary interventions. The layout emphasizes music discovery through strategic placement of listening stations and detailed written descriptions for each item.
Cultural Programming
- Regular in-store performances
- Album listening parties
- Live concerts in dedicated venue space
- Integration with DICE ticketing platform
Technical Features
- EU-focused warehouse operations
- Enhanced payment systems for European market
- Optimized continental fulfillment infrastructure
- Professional sound system for live events