A new music studio complex is opening in The Hague, Netherlands in a former nuclear bunker dating back to the Cold War.

Comprising 17 separate studios ranging in size from 11 to 37 square metres, Subterra – located two floors underground – has been designed to offer a “distraction-free environment” idea for different styles of music production. They can say that again.

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The original bunker was built as an emergency command centre in the event of a national crisis, and its original elements, including steel doors and thick walls, have been preserved.

The facility’s rehearsal rooms are managed by the Noodzetel Foundation, which aims to support The Hague’s musicians and its cultural entrepreneurship.

“Subterra is a unique place in The Hague, and even in the Netherlands!” says The Hague councillor for Finance, Culture and Economic Development Saskia Bruines.

“Here underground, we preserve a special part of The Hague’s history, while at the same time giving local musicians the space to grow and inspire each other.

“The Hague is the cradle of Dutch pop culture, and we are determined to keep it that way. Having good rehearsal rooms and a safe place for equipment is absolutely vital. I am delighted that, together with the Noodzetel Foundation, we have been able to make this a reality.”

For 12 years, since 2013, the 2,000-square metre bunker had stood empty, but following 14 months of renovation, the new recording studios and rehearsal rooms are now fully in use. Subterra says there’s even already a waiting list.

Subterra is located near The Hague Central Station, at the Schedeldoekshaven under the former Ministry of Internal Affairs.

Learn more at storiesofpurpose.thehague.com.

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