Biesbosch Station – Dordrecht

2010 - 2012

VenhoevenCS architecture and urbanism and DS landscape architects made a study on the infrastructure node at the eastside of Dordrecht for the CBK.

Easily accessible nodes are the bearers of Europe’s future urban system. For the future of the Drecht towns we have examined what place they occupy in the scale of an interregional urban conglomerate extending to the Ruhr and to the Antwerp-Brussels axis. At the moment the focus is on economically programmed inner-city hubs. We foresee that in the future well connected hubs on the border between dense urbanized areas and the big landscapes will play a bigger role in our mobile lives. These landscape hubs will be recreational destinations that can provide access to the green areas in a concentrated way in order to spare the last natural habitats from mass tourism. Within the inter-regional conglomerate, Biesbosch Central Station of all the nodes in the Drecht towns gives access to one of the most important natural areas in this network: the Biesbosch National Park.

The Drecht towns link the quality of the rural and urban Netherlands and accommodate both rural peace and urban bustle. The spatial quality at Biesbosch Central Station is defined largely by the direct relationship between compact building development and landscape, between nature and town. It is an urban transfer point for nature and recreation and is accessible by public transport, car and cycle. From here the boats, cycle and footpaths set off into nature.

The green area around Biesbosch Station will be transformed from a buffer zone with playing fields into genuine concentrated landscape. The south side will become a varied landscape with woodland and meadows and will take on the appearance of the adjacent Dortwijk estate. On the north side the land reclaimed from the river will be gradually re-submerged. The primary dike will be shifted in several stages and water will again be given free play. The characteristic Biesbosch landscape will then extend to the walls of the buildings. Walls, roofs and leftover corners will also provide a wealth of nesting places for animals. Biesbosch Central Station explores how nature can be combined with dense urban living. A new quality of life is being explored through the introduction of unexpected and spectacular experiences of nature for people and animals. It explores how urban buildings and their surroundings can complement the flora and fauna of the surrounding landscape and how at the same time these elements can provide a conceptual and programmatic framework for the new development.

In Biesbosch the worlds of nature and humans are fully integrated. Thus a special new biotope will arise on this spot in 2050, in which Dordrecht will gain its own place in the inter-regional urban conglomerate

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Verbindend duinlandschap

The Hague World Forum

World Forum is a public space designed by DS where all the puzzle pieces come together: the theme, the tranquillity, and the dune-like atmosphere.

Verbindend duinlandschap

The Hague World Forum

World Forum is a public space designed by DS where all the puzzle pieces come together: the theme, the tranquillity, and the dune-like atmosphere.

Het Weilandwonen en de nesteljas

Nesteljas (‘nesting coat’) are house facades with an integrated capacity to accommodate birds.

Het Weilandwonen en de nesteljas

Nesteljas (‘nesting coat’) are house facades with an integrated capacity to accommodate birds.

Landscape and ecological connection

William Alexander Park

A tunnel with an empty roof on top, practically in the middle of a residential area, how do you set that up as a municipality? The answer was quickly found: a park. And not just any park, but one that connects city and country.

Landscape and ecological connection

William Alexander Park

A tunnel with an empty roof on top, practically in the middle of a residential area, how do you set that up as a municipality? The answer was quickly found: a park. And not just any park, but one that connects city and country.

A new expantion of the village of Twello is a cultural historic motive to transform two seperated estates into one

Achter ‘t Holthuis

The new borough named Achter ’t Holthuis stands on the sport fields east of the village of Twello. The new intervention knits together two existing estates into one big ensemble of forests, fields and lanes.

A new expantion of the village of Twello is a cultural historic motive to transform two seperated estates into one

Achter ‘t Holthuis

The new borough named Achter ’t Holthuis stands on the sport fields east of the village of Twello. The new intervention knits together two existing estates into one big ensemble of forests, fields and lanes.

Starting with landscape

Park Brederode – Bloemendaal

First landscape then architecture is the motto of the process. Park Brederode is a clear example of this design attitude.

Starting with landscape

Park Brederode – Bloemendaal

First landscape then architecture is the motto of the process. Park Brederode is a clear example of this design attitude.

Nature inclusive

Sharing the shelter

Biodiversity: nature is our living environment, a long period of separation between nature and mankind finally comes to an end!

Nature inclusive

Sharing the shelter

Biodiversity: nature is our living environment, a long period of separation between nature and mankind finally comes to an end!

Spaarndammerhart – Amsterdam

The apartment complex in the heart of Spaarndammerbuurt, with its nesting stones and promising gardens, is an ideal place for people, plants, and animals alike.

Spaarndammerhart – Amsterdam

The apartment complex in the heart of Spaarndammerbuurt, with its nesting stones and promising gardens, is an ideal place for people, plants, and animals alike.

Polder Rijnenburg – Designing with heritage

In two workshops in the spring of 2024, experts and stakeholders, led by studio master Maike van Stiphout, sketched on the past as inspiration for the future of polder Rijnenburg. Based on the outcomes of the two workshops, we have defined four smart building blocks for creating development scenarios in which archaeology and cultural history are guiding.

Polder Rijnenburg – Designing with heritage

In two workshops in the spring of 2024, experts and stakeholders, led by studio master Maike van Stiphout, sketched on the past as inspiration for the future of polder Rijnenburg. Based on the outcomes of the two workshops, we have defined four smart building blocks for creating development scenarios in which archaeology and cultural history are guiding.

Living Together

nextcity.com publisher

nextcity.com celebrated its 10th anniversary in the IABR 2024 with a beautiful gathering. As of now, she continues as a publisher, of guides and more.

Living Together

nextcity.com publisher

nextcity.com celebrated its 10th anniversary in the IABR 2024 with a beautiful gathering. As of now, she continues as a publisher, of guides and more.

Nature inclusive building complex Vertical Amsterdam

Amsterdam Vertical (Sloterdijk plots N1+N3) is the first nature-inclusive building complex in Sloterdijk. By coordinating measures in building morphology, architecture and planting choices and management, the building complex is a biotope for lots of urban flora and fauna.

Nature inclusive building complex Vertical Amsterdam

Amsterdam Vertical (Sloterdijk plots N1+N3) is the first nature-inclusive building complex in Sloterdijk. By coordinating measures in building morphology, architecture and planting choices and management, the building complex is a biotope for lots of urban flora and fauna.

Redesign Tilla Durieux Park

Tilla Durieux Park

The Tilla Durieux Park at Potsdamer Platz in Berlin opened in 2003. It is a heavily used and beloved urban meadow. And that is equally the problem. The grass slopes […]

Redesign Tilla Durieux Park

Tilla Durieux Park

The Tilla Durieux Park at Potsdamer Platz in Berlin opened in 2003. It is a heavily used and beloved urban meadow. And that is equally the problem. The grass slopes […]

Cultural history analysis

Landscape Analysis Voorsterklei

That the Dutch landscape is sometimes full of surprises is demonstrated by DS’ analysis of territory De Voorsterklei.

Cultural history analysis

Landscape Analysis Voorsterklei

That the Dutch landscape is sometimes full of surprises is demonstrated by DS’ analysis of territory De Voorsterklei.

Zaan corridor station Castricum

Castricum “the village by the dunes”. Castricum Station can become the link between Metropolitan Amsterdam and the dunes.

Zaan corridor station Castricum

Castricum “the village by the dunes”. Castricum Station can become the link between Metropolitan Amsterdam and the dunes.

Integral design landscape and architecture

Eurojust The Hague

The environment Eurojust is designed so that the landscape and architecture blend completely. This is the only way heavy security cannot dominate.

Integral design landscape and architecture

Eurojust The Hague

The environment Eurojust is designed so that the landscape and architecture blend completely. This is the only way heavy security cannot dominate.

The Goorloop valley – Helmond

The valley of the Goorloop is a robust ecological, hydrological and recreational connector of landscape and city. The admosphere in the valley is largely defined by the scenic quality of its edges.

The Goorloop valley – Helmond

The valley of the Goorloop is a robust ecological, hydrological and recreational connector of landscape and city. The admosphere in the valley is largely defined by the scenic quality of its edges.

Prelimary landscape design landscape Eemklooster in Amersfoort

The landscape of the Eemklooster will be rewilded, to increase the biodiversity and the nature experience for the micro-city citizens. DS is responsible for the landscape design. The plan for the urban and landscape redevelopment  is made by Urban frameworks, in collaboration with DS landscape architects.

Prelimary landscape design landscape Eemklooster in Amersfoort

The landscape of the Eemklooster will be rewilded, to increase the biodiversity and the nature experience for the micro-city citizens. DS is responsible for the landscape design. The plan for the urban and landscape redevelopment  is made by Urban frameworks, in collaboration with DS landscape architects.

“De Buitenpoort”

Off the Platform, onto the Paths! Stations in the Metropolitan Region of Amsterdam are becoming the starting points for a day out in nature. Objective “De Buitenpoort” is the name […]

“De Buitenpoort”

Off the Platform, onto the Paths! Stations in the Metropolitan Region of Amsterdam are becoming the starting points for a day out in nature. Objective “De Buitenpoort” is the name […]

‘The Butterfly Effect’ – an ultralicht web above the highway

As part of the Design Challenge ‘Our Energy Our Landscape’, the multidisciplinary team of VenhoevenCS, DS landscape architects and Studio Solarix developed a surprising proposal in which generating clean energy is ingeniously and beautifully combined with restoring connections in nature and reducing noise pollution.

‘The Butterfly Effect’ – an ultralicht web above the highway

As part of the Design Challenge ‘Our Energy Our Landscape’, the multidisciplinary team of VenhoevenCS, DS landscape architects and Studio Solarix developed a surprising proposal in which generating clean energy is ingeniously and beautifully combined with restoring connections in nature and reducing noise pollution.

Integrated Strategic Landscape Analysis

ISLA

To intertwine new construction and landscape and thereby create nature-inclusive environments, DS uses ISLA. What does that mean?

Integrated Strategic Landscape Analysis

ISLA

To intertwine new construction and landscape and thereby create nature-inclusive environments, DS uses ISLA. What does that mean?

Time mechanism

Views of nature have a positive effect on a patient’s recovery.

Time mechanism

Views of nature have a positive effect on a patient’s recovery.

Cultural history analysis

Polder Rijnenburg

A turf under which lies a long history. Lift the turf and see who lived here and how agriculture was practiced. How the battle with the water and the struggle between noble families left their mark on the landscape.

Cultural history analysis

Polder Rijnenburg

A turf under which lies a long history. Lift the turf and see who lived here and how agriculture was practiced. How the battle with the water and the struggle between noble families left their mark on the landscape.

Interplay of landscape and architecture

Meander Medical Center

A hospital in the middle of nature, this has a positive effect on healing and is relaxing for staff and visitors.

Interplay of landscape and architecture

Meander Medical Center

A hospital in the middle of nature, this has a positive effect on healing and is relaxing for staff and visitors.

From intensive meadow landscape to stream valley landscape

Flier Valley

The goal is to transform a flat meadow landscape into an enchanting stream valley landscape. What is needed to achieve this?

From intensive meadow landscape to stream valley landscape

Flier Valley

The goal is to transform a flat meadow landscape into an enchanting stream valley landscape. What is needed to achieve this?

Ecologische verbindingszone

Waelpark

Instead of viewing the natural area as separate from the residential area, you can consider the residential area as an extension of the natural area.

Ecologische verbindingszone

Waelpark

Instead of viewing the natural area as separate from the residential area, you can consider the residential area as an extension of the natural area.

Biesbosch Station – Dordrecht

Biesbosch Central Station explores how nature can be combined with dense urban living. A new quality of life is being explored through the introduction of unexpected and spectacular experiences of nature for people and animals.

Biesbosch Station – Dordrecht

Biesbosch Central Station explores how nature can be combined with dense urban living. A new quality of life is being explored through the introduction of unexpected and spectacular experiences of nature for people and animals.

HABITAT

Green Architecture

HABITAT is the result of a joint effort by DS, VenhoevenCS architecture+urbanism, IVAM (University of Amsterdam) and Wim Timmermans (lecturer Larenstein) as part of The Green Architecture Competition. HABITAT is […]

HABITAT

Green Architecture

HABITAT is the result of a joint effort by DS, VenhoevenCS architecture+urbanism, IVAM (University of Amsterdam) and Wim Timmermans (lecturer Larenstein) as part of The Green Architecture Competition. HABITAT is […]

Structured Guerrilla Gardening

The Sleeping Beauty

One of Rotterdam’s modernist buildings is dressed with a coat of climbing plants. The pool, which will be demolished, is temporary urban nature.

Structured Guerrilla Gardening

The Sleeping Beauty

One of Rotterdam’s modernist buildings is dressed with a coat of climbing plants. The pool, which will be demolished, is temporary urban nature.