Keukenhof Lisse The Netherlands: A Grand Gatehouse by Mecanoo
Geschreven op 22-5-2018 - Erik van Erne. Geplaatst in Duurzaam
Zie ook: Keukenhof Geopend van 24 Maart Tot En Met 15 Mei 2022
A grand gatehouse welcomes the large flows of, mainly international, visitors to the world-famous Keukenhof park.
The stepped timber roof structure of interwoven isosceles triangles leans on two volumes, forming an impressive gateway to the park.
The gatehouse houses public functions such as cash registers, an information desk and retail. Skylights in the roof create a spacious and light atmosphere in the restaurant. Mecanoo’s integral design for the entrance area includes two plazas.
A forecourt with wedge-shaped planters leads visitors from the main car park to the entrance. The gatehouse is the transition between the outside world and the world of Keukenhof and all its flowers. It provides shelter whilst creating an ever-changing play of light and shadow.
The use of natural materials – wood, copper and brick, lends character to the building without being a distraction from its environment. On a beautiful spring day, the glazed facade can be opened almost entirely, blending the interior with the exterior.
Looking up, you will see Dutch skies above framed by timber triangles. Look down and you will see patterns of triangular shadows on the ground. A fence with a tulip motif marks the beginning of a journey of discovery.
Ponds with fountains provide a suitable ambiance for a pleasant day out and sitting on the spacious terraces, visitors are treated to views over the largest tulip field inside the park.
See also: Het Bloemencorso van de Bollenstreek – Schitterende Drone Beelden van Velden in de Bollenstreek – Duin- en Bollenstreek van Boven by Provincie Zuid-Holland
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