De Draaier
De Draaier and De Lasser, located in the Amsterdam's Oostenburg district, are residential designs by BETA office, created as part of the neighborhood's transformation in the city center. Rooted in the area's rich industrial history, the buildings blend a crisp and elegant aesthetic with elements that echo the site's rugged past, such as water towers and concrete layering and joinery.
model created during a tenure at BETA office for architecture and the city. Ownership and leadership credited to the firm.
concept model | 1:200
materials: wood (varied), PVC and XPS foam
client: BETA
architect: BETA office for architecture and the city
location: Amsterdam, 2020
At Oostenburg this transformation of housing plans has been deployed as a key design aspect; the pragmatism with which this is done is in itself a reference to industrial architecture.
BETA office for architecture and the city
The conceptual model highlights the main inspirations behind the design, emphasizing the play between simplicity and depth. There is a clear contrast between the vertical base and the square openings at the top, accentuated by simple yet deep cut-outs. The horizontal balcony elements, designed with maximum transparency to provide unobstructed views of the surroundings, are prominently showcased in the model as an integral part of the project's concept. Constructed primarily from PVC, the model uses minimal glue, relying on various joints to connect the pieces. This though out approach highlights the structural concepts and the integrity of the design.
It was essential for the small building to be perceived as a cohesive whole while still showcasing the finesse and sharp lines of its black metal facade. The choice of colors was deliberate, aimed at clearly distinguishing different design elements and existing situation. The careful selection of tones creates a harmonious balance of grays, staying true to the materials chosen by the architect.
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