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HOUSING TIENDPLEIN
MECANOO, 1984-1990
Tiendplein, Rotterdam
ARCHITECT(URAL OFFICE): MecanooPROJECT ARCHITECT: Erick van EgeraatBUILDING TYPE: HousingUrban plansUrban renewalPUBLICATIONS:
de Architect 1989-9; Jaarboek 1989-1990; K. Somer - Mecanoo, architecten, 1995; Architectuur Rotterdam 1970-1995, 1995
RELATED BUILDINGS: Urban Renewal Oude Westen
Here, a number of old housing blocks have been replaced to create a new enclosed square combining a public zone and a slightly raised enclosure with locking gate above a parking facility. An underpass has been assimilated into the scheme as a reminder of the old street pattern. Altogether there are 97 housing units in various blocks which enjoy a unity despite the varied use of materials. The block along Kruiskade has shops on the ground floor.