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URBAN REDEVELOPMENT BICKERSEILAND

P. DE LEY, J. VAN DEN BOUT, 1975-1977, Bickersgracht 204-218, Amsterdam

ARCHITECT(URAL OFFICE):
Paul De Ley
Jouke van den Bout

BUILDING TYPE:
Urban renewal
Housing


RELATED BUILDINGS:
Housing Westerdok

An archetypical urban redevelopment project: following an initial uphill struggle against demolition, this small-scale infill using such traditional building methods as mansard roofs was realized with local participation, with even a dedication stone for its architects. Very deep units project from within a dense block of back-to-back dwellings, with a light court in the centre. A number of alleyways dissect the block. Facades with bay windows and conservatories fit well with the surrounding warehouses.