Haverleij
by SOETERS VAN ELDONK in Den Bosch, The Netherlands
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Author SOETERS VAN ELDONK
City Den Bosch
Country The Netherlands
Year 2023
Program Residential development
Technical Info
Site area 1600000 sqm
Gfa 0 sqm
Density 0 far
Population density 2140 inh/ha
Home Units: 1000
Jobs 0
Streetsroad: 0 %
Buildup: 0 %
NonBuild-up: 0 %
Residential 0 %
Business 0 %
Commercial 0 %
Civic 0 %
Description

    Overview and Design Concept

     

  • Haverleij is a unique suburban development located northwest of Den Bosch, Netherlands. Designed by Sjoerd Soeters in collaboration with H+N+S Landscape Architects, the masterplan was inspired by the concept of fortified castles scattered across a green landscape.
  • The development includes nine bastion-like housing concentrations (referred to as castles) and one central castle. These are designed as individual residential clusters with 50 to 100 units per castle, providing a sense of community and seclusion while allowing for green space in between.
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    Urban Layout and Organization

     

  • The castles are positioned to ensure that each is separated by at least 200 meters, with the spaces in between serving as green open areas, including a golf course and a nature reserve.
  • The central castle contains additional facilities such as a school, a crèche, and other central amenities.
  • The overall layout prioritizes communal living, with each castle featuring a shared communal garden rather than individual private gardens. 
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    Architectural and Landscape Integration

     

  • The development embraces a postmodern architectural style while drawing inspiration from medieval fortifications. Each castle has its own distinct architectural character, yet they are all connected by a unified urban design.
  • The landscape designed by H+N+S Landscape Architects, preserves the green setting of the area.
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    Accessibility

     

  • The entire development is accessed via a single primary route, which leads to each castle. 
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