Block 8 Merwede Utrecht Building, Synchroon and AM Dutch Development, Design Images
Block 8 for Merwede Utrecht
18 Mar 2021
Block 8 Merwede Utrecht Building
Design: KCAP
Location: Merwedekanaalzone, southwest Utrecht, The Netherlands
KCAP designs Block 8 for Merwede Utrecht, The Netherlands
Rotterdam, March 18th, 2021 – KCAP designs in commission of developers Synchroon and AM a multifunctional building ensemble within the Merwedekanaalzone development in Utrecht, The Netherlands. Within the urban plan for the development?s core Merwede by BURA urbanism that transforms the former industrial area into a lively, healthy, and sustainable city quarter, KCAP designs Block 8.
It is the largest and most urban block of subarea 5, a mixed building ensemble with appartments, facilities, and extensive greenery. Last week, the plans for Merwede, one of the largest inner-city, car-free city districts in the Netherlands, have been presented by the municipal executive to the Utrecht city council for decision-making.
image © KCAP
The well-being of residents and visitors was a guiding principle in the development of the urban plan and led to defining the following themes: ‘Coulisse City’, ?Lively City District’, ‘Green Domain’, ‘Mobile Merwede’ and ‘Healthy and Sustainable’. Block 8, designed by KCAP, translates these qualities into an attractive residential and working environment. Besides KCAP as coordinating architect, the f...