Housing Group in Almere
This waterside Dutch housing scheme was realized as part of the building exhibition Expo 2001. The architects developed a modular system that allows the design of dwellings with individual layouts and with a bold three-dimensional appearance. In addition to a row of detached houses, the scheme includes terraced houses in groups of 2 to 6 units. Surrounded by water, the projecting terraces resemble the decks of a ship. The broad areas of fenestration allow extensive views out, but are not screened against overlooking – a phenomenon that is generally accepted in the Netherlands. The sculptural volumes are an expression of the occupants’ individuality.
