METROPOOL

 

Klant         

Functie      

Ontwerp

Afmeting    

Locatie       

Jaar          

EBM Middelburg    

Entree    

Renovatie

60 m2  

Spijkenisse

2017

Projectbeschrijving

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For the redevelopment of an existing building in

Spijkenisse studio RAAM was asked to redesign the entrance and to unfold a spatial exploration for possible program for the future. The entrance of De Metropool gets a significant metamorphosis to improve its’ attraction and accessibility. A lazy staircase underneath the canopy serves as a theatrical gesture for the people entering the building.

 

The transition from the exterior to the interior is gradually, conducted by a variation of closed and open façade elements. The dark casted composite panels establish a severe contrast with the existing yellow brick façade underlining the representative character of the new entrance. The existing levels of the building are perfectly suitable as flexible offices, a yoga-instruction space and physiotherapist practices. There is a wide spectrum of opportunities for functions in the medical sector. Because of the good accessibility and locus the building is suitable for health care functions with regional significance.