RELATIONSHIP WITH THE WIDER CITY

MUSEUM OF WATER

Rotterdam was subjected to heavy aerial bombardment by the Luftwaffe during the German invasion of the Netherlands during the Second World War - the targets were the shipyards and dock areas. This area was affected in 1940 leading to Rotterdam’s rebuilt of the urban structure.

The Maritime Quarter neighbourhood on the banks of the river Nieuwe Maas. It has a nautical vibe, historic structures, finest restaurants, and major attractions such as the Wereldmuseum, Het Park, and Euromast. Along with the renowned Cube Houses and the nearby district Oude Haven, Rotterdam’s original and oldest harbour.

The urban scale analysis reveals that there are quite a few landmarks close to the site, indicating that this is a location where people flow along the harbour side. The river and the torrents of water in Rotterdam draw a clear line between the city’s bustling commercial district and residential neighbourhoods, as well as the tourist district with its museums and restaurants.

NOISE FROM STREETS

NOISE FROM TRAMS VISTAS TOWARDS HARBOUR

SOUTH-WEST WINDS

With a riverfront skyline of modern high-rises, Feijenoord is home to a busy cruise terminal and attractions like the Nederlands Fotomuseum.

Swot Analysis

STRENGTHS

» It is simpler for people to get directly to the building because there are paved pedestrian walkways all around the building’s location.

» People use public transport and increase traffic around the area.

» There are excellent river views.

» The location is along the river, and when the season is right, birds and other small animals may also visit.

» Visitors won’t feel uncomfortable because the weather is moderate and allows for a decent balance of rainfall, wind and sunlight.

OPPERTUNITIES

» There is a chance to use the building to respond to vegetation and bring more greenery back into Rotterdam, giving it a better chance to integrate in with its natural landscape.

» The structure itself can be directly linked to the river, and there are chances to respond to the site’s vistas and forge linkages.

» Due to the building’s proximity to the river, we may be able to offer visitors boat journeys during their visit to the museum.

» By decreasing or eliminating the need for artificial air conditioning, the building can benefit from the cooler weather and lower energy consumption and labour costs.

WEAKNESS

» There is a lot of noise from the bridge and public transportation routes around the area.

» There isn’t much vegetation or foliage anywhere near the location, let alone in Rotterdam as a whole.

» If visitors do arrive by vehicles, there are not any parking spots near the site.

THREATS

» Due to the site’s proximity to a bridge and public transportation, as well as the fact that there are numerous museums around, it is a popular tourist destination. As a result, the surrounding area may become crowded.

» The building’s placement right next to the river’s bank might make it difficult for boats to use that area as they have been.

The spatial diagram is used to construct the most effective floor plan by showing the internal connections between the spaces. The building can be arranged precisely to suit the needs of its visitors as well as comply to building regulations by identifying which rooms need the greatest amount of interior lighting.