An impuls for the renewal of The Hague’s southwestern area
Construction has begun on the De Beer residential building that will replace the old apartments on the Beresteinlaan in De Venen! Connection, meeting and affordability are central to this housing project with 132 social housing units.
With its three clear volumes, De Beer blends harmoniously into the fabric of the neighbourhood. The project forms a well-considered ensemble with subtle nuances that give each house its own identity. There is also an emphasis on qualities such as light, air and greenery. For example, each home has a good outdoor space with views of the surrounding area. The open, spacious plinths of the buildings are enhanced by the placement of green front gardens along the streets, in keeping with the green character of the neighbourhood. The houses are oriented towards the special green qualities of De Venen, with views of the canal and trees.
De Beer has a solidly built appearance and is future-proof thanks to the use of solid materials such as brickwork and concrete. These materials have been carefully selected with a view to longevity. Low maintenance costs have been considered in the choice of materials and details for the façades, the houses and the communal areas equally.
For this project, we are working with Wijkontwikkelingsmaatschappij Den Haag Zuidwest (WOM DHZW), a collaboration between Hof Wonen and the Municipality of The Hague, and Dura Vermeer Bouw Zuid West B.V.