Barcam Architects Cafe #14
Designing at the Fringe
03.10.24
Barcam is the monthly gathering for architects and construction professionals across the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area (MRA), held every first Thursday of the month.
Make sure to mark every first Thursday of the month in your calendar!
Theme 3 October
Designing at the Fringe
The Havenstraat area, located behind the Haarlemmermeer station, is set to be transformed over the next few years into a vibrant mixed-use district. The development will include 500 residential units alongside spaces for creators, entrepreneurs, hospitality, and events.
But how can architects reimagine such transitional zones while preserving their distinct identities? This question will be explored in-depth through the example of VrijHaven, a case study in adaptive redevelopment. The discussion will feature prominent voices, including architect Thomas Ponds (Powerhouse Company), landscape architect Tom van Boekel (DELVA Landscape and Urbanism), Marijn van der Eyden (artist and member of ‘het Baaibuurt Collectief‘) and Leonie Wegertseder (Embodied researcher, former member of ‘het Baaibuurt Collectief’). The panel, led by the Barcam committee, will delve into the challenges and opportunities of maintaining the unique character of urban fringes while integrating new functions and design.
Visitors information
Date: Thursday 3 October 2024
Time: doors open from 6pm
Short panel discussion: 7pm – 7.30 pm
RSVP: No registration required
Location: Arcam, Prins Hendrikkade 600
Language Panel Discussion: English
Barcam is organised by Katja de Winter (Ponec De Winter), Surya Steijlen (LEVS architecten), Sanne Oehlers and Leonoor Hogerheijde (Sweco), Wilco van Oosten and Robin Beers (INBO), Jaap van den Hoogen and Juliëtte Zegers (de Architekten Cie.), Ammar Alhoushi (Ammodo), Mimi Oldenhave (spatial and communication professional), Justin Agyin (Space Encounters), and Sjaan van der Tol (Arcam).