The newly redeveloped Louis Davidscarré is centrally located in the seaside town of Zandvoort. Forty houses surround a raised interior courtyard, above a parking garage and a supermarket. The design accommodates future developments in the housing market through the use of flexible floorplans.
The newly built complex befits the surrounding fabric, marking the edges of the plot with its all-sides volume. The lively street level facades provide a direct connection to the city. By enclosing the parking within the volume, residents and visitors are able to enjoy a more attractive streetscape.
The housing in Zandvoort defines itself through its coastal architecture, consisting of varying roofscapes, extrusions and extensions, loggias and the combination of different materials. Style features have been abstracted in the design to give the building a modern take.
The courtyard garden of the provides an ‘oasis of peace’ during the hectic summer season in Zandvoort. Children can play safety while neighbours meet on a bench in the sun or at the yearly block party. The design of the garden connects to the dune landscape and suits the local climate. Rolling dunes form a friendly topography, providing places of intimacy and privacy for the surrounding private terraces.