On a parcel almost a kilometer in length, Personal Architecture (PA) realized a new-built home with a sweeping view of the surrounding meadows and the nearby church tower. It is a traditional dike house, at rst glance. But on closer investigation, it is a contemporary residence with a hint of mystery.

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Architects: Personal Architecture

Location: Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Contractor: Middelwateringbouw B.V.

Project Year: 2015

Photographs: Ossip van Duivenbode

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From the architect. On a parcel almost a kilometer in length, Personal Architecture (PA) realized a new-built home with a sweeping view of the surrounding meadows and the nearby church tower. It is a traditional dike house, at rst glance. But on closer investigation, it is a contemporary residence with a hint of mystery.
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?The house should not be a ?stark box in an empty eld? but also not a ?quaint ol? farm house?. Not too striking, but certainly titillating: warm and friendly with a oorplan that is both spacious and practical.?

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PA created a unique design that is both charming and bold. From outside, the home resembles a traditional, two-story house clad in bricks and slate. Yet it is evident that the pallet of materials has been applied in a contempor...