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| The column design is homogenous with the fluid form of the landscape and expressive of its functional role in the irrigation system. A deliberate contrast is formed between the hard, mechanical yet dynamic edge of the unit, and the fluid, soft yet fixed form of the landscape and column. A maximum span of three adjacent units, to minimise excessive lateral movement, establishes a pattern for the paving through the grid. Within this framework, the unit is placed – braced on its side either by the rigid framework of the path or an adjacent unit. | | The column design is homogenous with the fluid form of the landscape and expressive of its functional role in the irrigation system. A deliberate contrast is formed between the hard, mechanical yet dynamic edge of the unit, and the fluid, soft yet fixed form of the landscape and column. A maximum span of three adjacent units, to minimise excessive lateral movement, establishes a pattern for the paving through the grid. Within this framework, the unit is placed – braced on its side either by the rigid framework of the path or an adjacent unit. |
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The column design is homogenous with the fluid form of the landscape and expressive of its functional role in the irrigation system. A deliberate contrast is formed between the hard, mechanical yet dynamic edge of the unit, and the fluid, soft yet fixed form of the landscape and column. A maximum span of three adjacent units, to minimise excessive lateral movement, establishes a pattern for the paving through the grid. Within this framework, the unit is placed – braced on its side either by the rigid framework of the path or an adjacent unit.
The site and rental contracts will be managed by the De Markt Corporation, a subsidiary of Stichting Kinestsch Noord. The unique dynamic nature of the site will become a significant attractor for both retailers and NDSM. This is in addition to the provision of car parking, flexible retail hours and mixed site use. Furthermore, De Markt can guaranty the safety of a retailer’s storefront, fit-out and products as a consequence of the dynamic nature of the unit. When not in use, the unit is stored beneath the surface where it is safe from vandalism or theft. As a result of these factors, rental rates for De Markt will be higher than the industry standard. Furthermore, additional income can be sourced from the paid public car parking and communal urban farm. The individual nature of the unit allows for an evolution of the initial master plan over time. De Markt is not permanent and can respond, ensuring it always stays competitive and provids the most relevant rental options.
The vertical movement of the unit is controlled by a screw mechanism as detailed and prototyped in the Hyperbody project flexscape. The screw mechanism informs the design of the prefabricated unit – expressed and utilised as a framework for its structure. With the screw acting as column, bracing the floor plate and roof structure, the facades of the unit are left free from load bearing. This allows for a choice in entrance location and the freedom of an individual fit out. A range of façade options are available to retailers, with standard configurations including glazing or translucent panels. A light permeable material is preferable to reduce the visual bulk of the unit within the landscape, highlight the screw mechanism and allow a degree of transparency revealing the retail activity within. All units come equipped with basic amenities including electrical, water and lighting. To adhere to the contouring of the landscape each unit is capped with a unique prefabricated roof. The system is designed to sustain an intensive green garden, including drainage and watering systems.
Establishing connections with existing and new projects seamlessly integrates De Markt within its context. Connections strengthen the premise of De Markt with any additional users seen as a potential source of revenue for the site.
To the north of the site the landscape of De Markt merges seamlessly with the landscape of the NDSM Center. A proposed road running east west establishes a clear divide demarcating the two projects. De Markt’s pixilation of the grid and surface treatment is continued onto and across the road to the east and west of this connection. In the center the surface treatment of the NDSM Centre is brought onto the road and into De Markt. A clear, yet separate, language of surface and grid is shared between the two projects, with the mediation of the road highlighting their differences.