ROTATING DOORS

The design respects the existing landscape, through nature-inclusive design, revealing Nature as both functional and aesthetic. Five ambassador species have been selected, each giving specific guidelines and conditions for the public space, allowing differentiation of zoning in atmospheres. 

The main concept of the masterplan is based on a fictional line, a zoning between accessible and inaccessible for the residents to allow nature to develop. To improve the current conditions, the northern part of the site is given back to the water, keeping the existing trees on small islands and creating a wetland area for birds to nest. The various heights within the masterplan are connected by an undulating landscape of hills and meandering paths, bringing the visitor to the central part: a four season garden on top of the parking garage. An ephemeral water square, fed by rainwater guided from the roofs of the higher buildings towards the square, invites kids to play. The panorama platform, a place to meet, looks over the peat landscape of Hoorn. The tidal nature becomes part of the surrounding water system, while newly planted willows in between the existing trees form a new framework around the site.

The south side includes a play hill, including slides and various elements for kids. A multifunctional area serves both as parking, but can be reserved for various events, such as neighborhood sport days, markets on Kingsday, barbecues and various sports, like badminton and jeu de boules.