Waterside living in Weespersluis

03-05-2024

In the waterside Weespersluis between historic Weesp and the IJsselmeer, there will be a total (phased) of some 1,200 residences. The Weespersluis development is divided into three neighbourhoods, each with its own character, namely: Vechtrijk, Lanenrijk and Waterrijk. Kokon was asked by Adriaan van Erk and BPD to design three subareas within Waterrijk.

The first area designed by Kokon was inspired by the work of Egbert Reitsma (1892-1976). The 43 ground-level homes in this subarea are characterised by a 'sturdy' appearance, with large, mostly gabled roofs, robust protruding masonry masses, substantial dormers with integrated benches, and striking bay windows.

Two specials, detached houses positioned diagonally on the water, feature a deviating zinc roof with serrated detailing based on the church designed by Reitsma in Weesp. Find out more here.

Meanwhile, 90% of the houses in phase 5B1.a have been sold and the remaining houses are under option.