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De Frans
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
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2030
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1,000,000 +
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Municipal council Dijk en Waard approves dynamic urban development approach for ‘De Frans’
Last Tuesday, the municipal council of Dijk en Waard adopted the urban development plan for ‘De Frans’. This is an important step in the transformation of this 22-hectare area in the heart of the municipality. De Frans, currently mainly a work and learning environment, will transform into a varied living, learning and working environment in the coming years. This plan is based on ‘rules of thumb’ that were developed by MORE Architecture in close collaboration with SITE Urban Development and the area partners on behalf of the Municipality of Dijk en Waard.
A new future for De Frans
De Frans is an elongated area that currently houses a mix of functions, including businesses, schools, healthcare institutions and sports facilities. In the coming years, the area will undergo a major transformation, developing into a future-proof, sustainable and social living environment, with space for around 1,500 homes. This fits within the broader ambitions of the municipality of Dijk en Waard to densify the inner city.
Testing ground for urban renewal
The transformation of De Frans can be seen as a ‘testing ground’ for innovative urban development. The plan focuses on a mixed urban environment – an alternative to the mainly suburban residential environment in the municipality.
The area is divided into five complementary sub-areas. Each sub-area will have its own identity, but will be connected by the ‘Lifeline’, a central axis that connects the different zones. The plan focuses on stimulating a healthy lifestyle for multiple generations and includes a smart mobility principle, a car-free green living environment and sufficient space for local businesses and social institutions.
Collaboration and flexibility
The urban development plan for De Frans was developed by MORE Architecture, commissioned by the municipality and in close collaboration with SITE Urban Development and local stakeholders. The plan is based on a unique participatory approach, in which collaboration and flexibility are central. Instead of a static final image, the plan consists of urban development ‘rules of thumb’ that offer room for creativity and adjustments over time. These rules of thumb form a qualitative spatial framework within which the various sub-areas can transform.
A new way of urban development
This approach by MORE for De Frans is an example of a new way of urban development, in which bottom-up planning and stakeholder participation are central. “In ‘De Frans’ we have once again shown that our method of Rules of Thumb works,” says Daan Roggeveen, architect and partner at MORE Architecture. “The plan not only offers a clear direction, but also the flexibility to respond to changing circumstances and wishes.” MORE previously successfully applied this participatory approach with rules of thumb to the densification plan for the Buikslotermeerplein in Amsterdam Noord.
With the approval of the urban development plan ‘De Frans’, the further development of the area can begin. MORE has developed an image quality plan and a plan for the public space to further guarantee the urban development quality.
Last Tuesday, the municipal council of Dijk en Waard adopted the urban development plan for ‘De Frans’. This is an important step in the transformation of this 22-hectare area in the heart of the municipality. De Frans, currently mainly a work and learning environment, will transform into a varied living, learning and working environment in the coming years. This plan is based on ‘rules of thumb’ that were developed by MORE Architecture in close collaboration with SITE Urban Development and the area partners on behalf of the Municipality of Dijk en Waard.
A new future for De Frans
De Frans is an elongated area that currently houses a mix of functions, including businesses, schools, healthcare institutions and sports facilities. In the coming years, the area will undergo a major transformation, developing into a future-proof, sustainable and social living environment, with space for around 1,500 homes. This fits within the broader ambitions of the municipality of Dijk en Waard to densify the inner city.
Testing ground for urban renewal
The transformation of De Frans can be seen as a ‘testing ground’ for innovative urban development. The plan focuses on a mixed urban environment – an alternative to the mainly suburban residential environment in the municipality.
The area is divided into five complementary sub-areas. Each sub-area will have its own identity, but will be connected by the ‘Lifeline’, a central axis that connects the different zones. The plan focuses on stimulating a healthy lifestyle for multiple generations and includes a smart mobility principle, a car-free green living environment and sufficient space for local businesses and social institutions.
Collaboration and flexibility
The urban development plan for De Frans was developed by MORE Architecture, commissioned by the municipality and in close collaboration with SITE Urban Development and local stakeholders. The plan is based on a unique participatory approach, in which collaboration and flexibility are central. Instead of a static final image, the plan consists of urban development ‘rules of thumb’ that offer room for creativity and adjustments over time. These rules of thumb form a qualitative spatial framework within which the various sub-areas can transform.
A new way of urban development
This approach by MORE for De Frans is an example of a new way of urban development, in which bottom-up planning and stakeholder participation are central. “In ‘De Frans’ we have once again shown that our method of Rules of Thumb works,” says Daan Roggeveen, architect and partner at MORE Architecture. “The plan not only offers a clear direction, but also the flexibility to respond to changing circumstances and wishes.” MORE previously successfully applied this participatory approach with rules of thumb to the densification plan for the Buikslotermeerplein in Amsterdam Noord.
With the approval of the urban development plan ‘De Frans’, the further development of the area can begin. MORE has developed an image quality plan and a plan for the public space to further guarantee the urban development quality.
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