The villa is situated in IJsselstein, the Netherlands, overlooking the river Hollandse IJssel. The riverside has been kept transparent to maximise the view, the dyke side has a more modest, closed character to guarantee privacy. A wooden core organises the internal spaces and comprises the staircases, storerooms and other facilities. Consequently, the rest of the plan can freely be utilized. On the upper floor, all bedrooms have windows overlooking the river, the support areas are arranged on the dyke side. To receive daylight on this side, roof lights are introduced on the upper floor. Therefore, the rest of the roof can remain austere and empty. As to syntax, the house is in keeping with the surrounding dyke houses, but it will get a contemporary character with austere details and rich colours.
Contractor: Bouwbedrijf Bejaco
Contractor installations: Terberg Totaal Installaties
Engineer installations: Total Building Technology
Structional engineer: Geelhoed
Interior architect: NEST