E18 sites - Amersfoort-Otto Scheltus (NL)

Amersfoort-OttoScheltus (NL)

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Location Otto-Scheltus Flat, Amersfoort
Scale L/S
Site Family Re-sourcing from social dynamic / Promoting open Neighbourhoods

Commission after competition The Municipality of Amersfoort, in partnership with the Housing corporation Alliantie, is committed to maximize the potential of the site. The building is outdated and difficult upgrade to meet the functional and sustainable requirements. The owner is keen to ad- vance the concepts and typologies developed through the compe- tition into a viable and profitable project, with the aim of realizing it. The owner also envisions the possibility of commissioning design studies for the Otto Scheltus site to explore opportunities for integral implementation.

Inhabited milieu's challenges The Otto Scheltusflat presents a key opportunity to reconnect and reshape its urban fabric recreating a new landmark and meeting place for the city. Situated at a vital intersection, the location can function as a connector between the central station and historic city centre improving and ensuring effortless flow of people to the city centre.