Modern Dutch House | Villa 4.0 | Hilversum | Netherlands | Mecanoo

A bungalow in Naarden built in 1967 was extended and transformed by Dick van Gameren into a contemporary villa. The visionary design led to a timeless house that reflects the personalities and needs of its owners. Previous renovations closed off the original heart of the house from the living space and entrance hall.

The renovation restores the relationship between the landscape and the house that had disappeared over the years. Sustainability also played an important role. This renovation marks the fourth version of the house. Using the existing structure as a basis, the elevations and roofs were updated.

Insulating materials were added and windows and facade elements were replaced. Removing the walls in the centre of the villa created space for a new living hall that overlooks the landscape on four sides.......more

Tussen de Lanen | Doorwerth | Netherlands | Mecanoo

The Tussen de Lanen Neighbourhood is located close to the centre of Doorwerth, a village not far from Arnhem. On this site in the 1960s, apartment flats were built in strict grid patterns. Mecanoo's inspiration for the new urban plan took its cue from the beautiful 20-metre high trees and two historic grave mounds on the site. The old neighbourhood has been transformed into a sloping park landscape with meandering footpaths and children's playgrounds dotted throughout and 250 dwellings. In this neighbourhood one does not have to wait for ten years before living in green surroundings, it is already there!........more

Single Family House | Nvt | Netherlands | Mecanoo

This private villa is beautifully situated on a hill in the natural landscape region of the Veluwe. The residents enjoy magnificent views of the Rhine River from their living room. The design for the villa takes its inspiration from the beautiful views from the living room and main bedrooms and also from the spacious kitchen/lounge area toward the big garden. Large terraces elevate the house to just above grade, making the house appear as if it is floating. The villa’s transition from interior to exterior is gradual and a canopy surrounding the whole house provides beautifully framed views while allowing the outdoor spaces to be enjoyed in the summer and fall. The round forms of the villa express the wish of the family to stay close to nature while simultaneously realising an individual design..........more