Year
2022
Status
Completed
Design
Bloot Architecture in collaboration with Nederhout
Client
Gemeente Den Haag
Photographs
Bloot Architecture
Contractor
Van Kessel Sport en Cultuurtechniek bv
Execution
Mulklé Metaal
A multifunctional public Stage
The municipality of The Hague presented us the task of creating a podium. A central place for neighborhood events. We wanted the stage to be covered, so that it could be used in all weather conditions. Just like with a classical music kiosk. In addition, we wanted to make the stage a place that can be used in different ways and where you can explore for yourself. As a rule, not many events will take place, so to make the podium more than a folly or shelter from the rain, the stage has become climbable. This allows the stage to function as a viewing platform at the same time. The large stair steps shape the design and provide seating with an ever-changing view of the park.
Tussen de beeldbepalende bomen van het park
The design is a fusion of a classical music kiosk, which can be found on many village squares and in city parks, and a climbable viewing platform
Materialisation
The design is made up of a fully demountable steel construction. The floor is finished with a rubber granulate against slipping. The rubber granulate is also found in other parts of the park. The balustrade is made of untreated oak parts. The floor of the stage consists of a number of large stepping stones made of polished concrete. The stainless steel handrails, one for the children and one for the adults, create a direct relationship with the stainless steel football cage. The palette of steel, concrete and wood works well with the materials used and the greenery in the park.
