© Scagliola/Brakkee . Published on September 23, 2009.

Student housing tower Blok 1 serves as a landmark and a visual beacon of change and renewal for the Presikhaaf area. The buiding is part of a larger redevelopment scheme, which forsees in the partial demolition of post-war housing estates in the neighbouwhood making way for new, more upmarket, housing developements. Additionally, student housing is included in the scheme, as the presence of students will lead to differentiation and rejuvenation of the neighbourhood. Thus, the tower provides Presikhaaf with a much needed social impulse.

© Scagliola/Brakkee . Published on September 23, 2009.

The ten story building is situated on an isolated site, surrounded by nature. Its’ solitary character is enhanced by the buildings’ all-round orientation and facade, which is punctuated by a large number of windows, making the building look bigger than it actually is.This particular fenestration makes sure no two dorms are the same. The facade will be covered in paneling with a slightly differing finish, creating a subtle pattern. The dark brown colour gives the building a natural feel, and makes it fit into the surrounding ecological area.

© Scagliola/Brakkee . Published on September 23, 2009.

The ground floor comprises support facilities for the students, technical areas and commercial units. Each of the nine upper floors is laid out with ten dorms. The top floor will be used as a communal roof terrace. Within the restricted budget, GROUP A has been able to create a number of high quality solutions, like the large windows on the corners and the roofterrace with its nice views.

© Scagliola/Brakkee . Published on September 24, 2009.

© Scagliola/Brakkee . Published on September 24, 2009.

© Scagliola/Brakkee . Published on September 24, 2009.

© GROUP A . Published on September 24, 2009.

© GROUP A . Published on September 24, 2009.

© GROUP A . Published on September 24, 2009.

© GROUP A . Published on September 24, 2009.

© GROUP A . Published on September 24, 2009.