Strandeiland
With Common Grounds, we lay the foundation for a diverse neighborhood with a shared identity and an inclusive community.
The urban plan developed by the municipality of Amsterdam for this newest part of IJburg has been enhanced with a variety of walkable landscapes; the different gradients give rise to a wide range of architectural styles. The built environment seamlessly integrates living spaces, outdoor areas, and gathering spots. Thanks to the parametrically designed layout, spatial quality, program diversity, building typologies, energy requirements, material use, and green/natural elements are all harmoniously aligned.
The selection committee awarded the plan the highest score for spatial quality, describing it as “perfectly in tune with the Muidenbuurt atmosphere.” There was also strong appreciation for our team’s innovative ideas on cooperative ownership, the neighborhood hub’s adaptive mobility, and the high level of community involvement. Unfortunately, this was just shy of being enough to secure the win.
“What a fulfilling task, building a new community where plants, animals, and people thrive, rooted in good soil.”
