Astral Junction Berlin

The iconic Rigaer Straße was the last stronghold in East Berlin, where "rebels without a cause" started occupying buildings in the 90s, that had been abandoned to live and promote an alternative lifestyle.

Gradually, the occupants were forced to regularise their situation by entering the system and paying normal rents. Today, only one housing project and a few community centres and bars remain, keeping the spirit of the time alive.

In the same vein, but without going as far as anarchism, Astral Junction, is an innovation hub that offers a unique experience combining sustainability, upcycling, slow fashion, underground music and contemporary art, where you could even enjoy homemade vegan snacks and bio smoothies, milkshakes and lemonades.

The shop is not only a commercial space but also a meeting place for the art alternative community.  They host weekly workshops, art and music events, promoting social interaction and philosophical discussions.  For instance, on Wednesdays at 20h they host a walk in cinema to unwind, meeting people and watch an epic movie, on donation-based basis.