Israel is an agricultural laboratory and a worldwide case study that exports knowledge, experience, and technology to the entire world. The cultivation of rocky land, the growth of vegetables in the desert, the invention of new methods of irrigation , the upgrading of seed quality are part of the inception of modern agriculture marked by creativity, dare and achievements.
Client: Israel ministry of foreign affairs, in cooperation with the ministry of finance, ministry of tourism, ministry of economy, ministry of agriculture & rural development and Keren Kayemet Leisrael
The new Park of Caspar Wittelplantsoen in Amersfoort connects the new building of the Soesterkwartier along Puntenburgerlaan with the existing buildings and acts as a green meeting place for both old and new residents. The ambition is, on a relatively small area, to create an abundance of green. This is achieved by placing a large amount of new trees and grassy plains as the basis for the establishment of the park.
Article source: Constantinos Kalisperas Architectural Studio
The proposal is situated in the rocky, hillside in the outer suburbs of Limassol, surrounded by the endless tranquility of the majestic area, with uninterrupted views towards the seaside.
Located in Malmö, Sweden, NORD Architects Copenhagen has won the competition for a new Marine Education Centre. With a subtle and iconic proposal, the new centre blurs the distinction between architecture and landscape.
MVRDV and more Platz were chosen winner of the international competition for two office buildings of in total 12.000 m² pioneering the transformation of Mainz’ former harbour Zollhafen. The ensemble consists of an elongated block of five storeys and an eleven-storey high-rise tower creating a landmark at the waterfront. “Hafenspitze” is being developed by CA Immo Deutschland. Construction start is envisioned for autumn 2015.
Design team: Winy Maas, Jacob van Rijs and Nathalie de Vries with Fokke Moerel, Roy Sieljes, Matteo Artico, Arian Lehner, Johannes Langer, David Jimenes, Mate Meszaros
Status: Won competition
Client: CA Immo Deutschland GmbH
Co-architet: MorePlatz, Rotterdam/ Munich, Johannes Schele, Caro Baumann, Konstantina Karampini
Structure: BuroHappold, Matthias Beck, Ron Manson, Thomas Kraubitz